We very much enjoyed our stay at the apartment and more generally in Bari. Communications with Vittoria before and during our stay were very good and helpful - she even managed to source a cot and highchair for our baby.
The apartment is down a secluded alleyway and so we met Vittoria in the nearby piazza, which was straightforward. Upon arrival we were shown around and were presented with a little gift for our baby, which was a lovely touch. The entire apartment was spotlessly clean and was well equipped: TV, washing machine, stove (no oven), crockery, fridge with ice box, air conditioning, good wifi, towels, bedding, etc. There is also a roof terrace with nice views and chairs.
The location is very central in old town Bari, near the Piazza Mercantile. There are lots of local shops and restaurants nearby, which should cater for most of your needs. To be honest, we loved walking around the old town, finding little vendors for our daily food. Do take a map though as the narrow streets can be a little confusing at first. Top items to look out for include: fresh pasta, panzerotti, gelato, seafood, pizza, burrata, olive oil, negroamaro wine, scamorza, fried polenta, fresh seasonal fruit and veg, focaccia. The list goes on... I have reviewed a few of my favourite vendors on TripAdvisor if you are interested.
There are a few slight negatives that you might want to consider, although they weren't a massive issue for us.
- The alleyway leading to the apartment is less than salubrious, but don't let this put you off as the apartment itself is lovely.
- There is a little bit of noise from the piazza and neighbours.
- The aircon is a bit noisy, but it is effective.
- As with most old Italian cities, parking in the centre is often prohibited. We found the Saba parking near the port inexpensive. It's a bit of a walk, but it is secure and you can book in advance.
- There are a number of steps leading up to the building - no problem if you are able.
In summary, I have no problem in recommending the apartment. Thank you Vittoria for a lovely stay.