I had a pretty good stay at Alina’s place. Everything that I could see from the house was very clean and Alina seemed to clean constantly. The room was very big and had everything you need: extra pillows, extra blanket, a set of two towels per person, three plug points by the bed. There was a small balcony which was nice, you can hang things to dry there.
The location is amazing, a 12 minute walk to the Pane e pomodoro beach, and a 20 minute walk along the seaside to Bari Vecchia, and the area felt safe for a solo traveller, even at night.
Alina was very helpful, she suggested places to go, and where to print a boarding pas.
She adapted to changes in travel plans which affected the reservation and was understanding. She also replied very fast.
-Even though I love cats and have had cats myself, the three cats hissed at me since I arrived, it wasn’t a problem, just mildly uncomfortable when leaving the room. But on the last night one of them would not let me leave my room as it would not stop hissing and seemed as if it would jump at me. Alina’s response was apologetic but also got defensive and said that since it didn’t jump at me, it’s okay. And the cat’s sandbox is in the bathroom, but it is kept clean 24/7.
-The street can be noisy in the morning, it didn’t bother me personally, but if you’re a light sleeper it’s something to keep in mind.
-The hot water can run out, it doesn’t get cold but it is chilly after a windy day of walking around.