We were met by Vicky, who showed us to the apartment. The location is great if you want to be away from the crowds -- you can get to San Marco very quickly on the Hilton Molino Stucky launch, and there are some wonderful small restaurants and bars near Palanca (as well as some handy shops and a Co-op supermarket). We recommend Bar Palanca for the cheapest Spritz in town. All the locals drink there. Also, the Hilton Skyline bar is a must (but more expensive!)

As for the apartment itself, it was terrific to have the air conditioning in the July heat, and the rooms are spacious and comfortable, with lots of room for storage. Some negative points: we had to ask for more towels (only one bath towel for two of us) and we were told only one toilet roll would be supplied (for a five-night stay for two people!). The kitchen is pretty well-equipped, but no chopping knifes. Some of the lamps were broken. If these things were fixed / improved, I would have no hesitation in recommending the apartment.