Marla was extremely warm and pleasant to deal with. My questions about Rome (from restaurant picks to directions) were all answered in promptly. Check in was a breeze; the keys were left in a local cafe for me.

The location of the studio cannot be beat. It's close enough to Piazza Nuova with less of the hustle and bustle of tourists. On Friday/Saturday evenings the area around transforms into a hip area, where many local 20/30's mingle. If want to enjoy food, this location cannot be beat. There are many many options (from tourist traps, to more local establishments).

The studio itself was extremely charming. The futon bed was surprisingly comfortable. The kitchen was fully stocked with many of the essential utensils. A nice touch was the array of Italy travel books. I would not hesitate book this studio again the next time I'm in Rome.

As others have mentioned because this studio is located on the first floor, it can get noisy on weekend nights for a brief moment. This didn't bug me at all.