Wonderful location--adjacent to a popular local hangout spot, lots of good food within short walking distance, and relatively few tourists. The city's major attractions are all 10-30 min away by foot. The room itself is small, but comfortable and has everything you need to stay for several days. The wifi was spotty, but there were also thunderstorms and a blackout so that's to be expected.

I didn't meet Valeria, but her mother, Lucrezia, was a great host. She offered many suggestions of cafes, restaurants and museums that are commonly overlooked by tourists and guidebooks, and knows a lot about the history and geography of the city.