The “Sleek Apartment in Testaccio” is all that and more. The light-filled flat is a meticulously furnished, immaculately clean and fully equipped retreat in the hip neighborhood of Testaccio. The décor is warm and inviting, the bathroom is modern, the bed extremely comfortable with good linens and the kitchen is well arrayed.
The rooms are well proportioned with a spacious living/ dining area and a large bedroom with a large desk and more than ample storage space. There is also a furnished terrace off the bedroom. The modern tiled bathroom is a good size with a larger-than-average tile shower and limitless scalding hot water. The WiFi network is very robust.
The flat is located on the third floor above ground level of a secure, gated, upscale, modern building with an elevator. But perhaps the most enticing aspect of this apartment is its strategic location in the center of Testaccio, within walking distance of all the neighborhood has to offer as well as easy access to Trastevere and the historic center of Rome, either by foot, subway, tram or bus.
Via Galvani is a busy two-way street during the day but the double glazed windows effectively block the clamor. At night there is infrequent traffic and we were able to sleep with the windows open without being disturbed by outside noise.
The property is managed by Hostmakers, a professional hospitality company, so you really get the best of both possible worlds: a private apartment that has all the comforts of home along with hotel-level amenities. The Hostmakers’ representative, Junio, was communicative, punctual and readily available to resolve any problem either by phone, text or in person.
We will certainly return to the “Sleek Apartment in Testaccio” on our next visit and we would recommend it to anyone interested in visiting this hip and charming quarter of Rome.