Alain was extremely friendly and informative about restaurants (see his blog). The location was excellent - close to major transport links, but just off the main tourist trail. It is a wonderfully atmospheric palazzo, astonishingly spacious and extremely comfortable, with its mixture of eighteenth and early nineteenth century furniture and stucco decoration. The beds are very comfortable. Our children - 11, 12 and 13 - loved it and played lots of chess. It has good wifi. We will certainly try to stay here again on our next visit.