Elena's apartment is centrally located in a beautiful old apartment building. It is a 3 minute walk to the ghetto and a 10-15 minute walk to the major sites. The apartment, though small, is bright and airy with beautiful views. We felt very safe and secure, the piazza and surrounding streets are well traveled and well lit. As noted in other reviews, it is a real hike up a relatively narrow circular staircase. Elena and her husband made check-in easy and brought us up through the elevator and their apartment, helping us with our suitcases. She had stocked the fridge and kitchen with goodies and was very welcoming. Although she was out of town when we checked out, her doorman brought our bags down to our waiting car.