The location is SPECTACULAR!
Mdina is truly an ancient gem of Malta and I felt privileged to be able to stay here for three weeks!
Andrea was a wonderful host - thorough and prompt with his responses, and I was at ease knowing that when I landed a coordinated shuttle that he arranged was waiting for me at the airport to take me to the house, particularly helpful since it was my first time in Malta. The listing and pictures were accurate, and Mdina and the home were just as beautiful as portrayed.
It was lovely have Joanna, Andrea’s mom, right next door to answer any questions - she was extremely helpful!
However, I want to point out as an Airbnb host myself, that “Karen’s” need not book (a term in the United States- Google). I stayed from mid-June to July and Malta got very hot while I was there. The house is equipped with fans but NOT A/C - so it did get pretty warm there my last week. Also, as others have mentioned, it’s directly across, and in the same square as, the cathedral which meant lots of ringing bells (which I personally LOVED). And finally the spiral staircase - if you’re prone to waking in the middle of the night to use that bathroom this may not be a good fit. So again, if you are of a delicate nature this house may not be for you. However, for the most unique and genuine medieval experience I can’t think of a better spot! Thank you Andrea & Joanna!