I stayed with Carmelo for 5 days. It was a great place if you’re traveling on a budget and want a more local experience.
I would recommend being flexible about your check in time, because Carmelo’s car broke down when I was planning to check in so I had to wait an hour in the park near his apartment.
But he cooked me pasta and served me wine and espresso once I checked in, so that was incredible! He is very hospitable and asked me if I wanted dinner whenever I returned to his place for the evening.
If you’re planning on heading somewhere in the morning, you may have to get ready in the dark because you’ll be sharing a room with him.