This is possibly the largest apartment you'll ever find in Italy. It is huge, with two living rooms, two kitchens, and a large dining area---not to mention a bedroom and bathroom and three large-screen TVs. The entire apartment was lovingly renovated and extended and everything is new and functions perfectly. This apartment was beautifully decorated and you really feel like you are in someone's modern home---not a sterile place that was decorated with whatever Ikea had to offer. In addition, there are two terraces, so if the weather is nice, you can enjoy the sunshine and view high up on the 6th floor (5th Italian) of this building. If you like having extra space and a new, clean environment, this is an excellent choice. The host was also very welcoming and accommodating, checking in to be sure that everything was working and that we were having a good time. The only negative to be aware of is the location: if you want to explore the historic center of Taranto, you're about a 20-minute walk away If you like walking (as we do), you'll be happy. But you're not going to roll out of bed and be looking at the MARTA museum 10 minutes later. However, for us, the new renovation and luxurious space made up for a little walking (which we needed for our waistlines anyway). Protip: although you think you're in the middle of the city, there are a number of good restaurants only steps away, including Moma and La Pignata. An excellent cafe/pastry shop is next to Moma if you want to go out for breakfast.