Mariella's place is about 15 min walk to Milano Centrale (main train station). The building has an elevator. The apartment is small, but clean and cozy. The host lives in the apartment and interacts with guests, shares tips about places to see, directions etc. Mariella is very personable, warm, and thoughtful, she was preparing breakfast for me every morning and snacks to take with me, and even gave me her after-sun cream when my face got burnt in the sun. She was very accommodating, was waiting for me when my train got delayed the first day and allowed to pick up my bags late on the last day. She has a very quiet and friendly cat.