My stay in Messina was very good. It lived up to the expectations of an affordable room and is great for a short stay in the city. :-) I didn't meet Giovanna herself, but her co-host and brother Giuseppe. He was very kind and informative. He recommended me some great places to go in Messina, and explained a bit of the history of the city as well :-)
The only thing that surprised me were the two dogs that weren't listed in the description. Personally it didn't bother me, since the two dogs where very nice and quiet - but maybe it's important informations for some :-)
thank you, Mette.