The area is amazing! It is about a ten minute walk to the duomo, and on your way you pass all the shops. I always felt quite safe. The place is surrounded by excellent restaurants and cafés. The apartment itself is roomy enough for two to three people. The amenities were fantastic--cookies and jams and nutella for breakfast, along with yogurt, fruit juice, tea, and coffee. Really could not have asked for more. However if you are a light sleeper, consider that the apartment is close to the tram tracks. It wasn't a problem at all for me, but it's something to consider.