Casa Gioia a Testaccio

Vivien and her sister made the stay especially easy. They were attentive and walked us through the apartment and the neighborhood. The window view matched the pictures and was stunning. The place was clean and had the basics covered, from bath amenities and a hair dryer to air conditioning, a coffee machine, kettle, and fridge for chilling wine from the nearby supermarket. The location worked really well too: most sights are close, the Colosseum is about a 15-20 minute walk, and Trastevere's bars and restaurants are just over the river. Buses and a metro station are about a 10-minute walk away, and the WiFi was good. We had a lovely vacation here and would happily come back.

Getting around is easy, with a convenient metro location. The place itself is a big apartment split into two rooms, in a very old, cramped building. The elevator is tiny and dingy, fitting only about three people side by side, and the stairs are just as narrow. The rooms don't have much of a view, the air conditioning barely reaches the second floor, and the internet is almost unusable. You also can't use much water in the bathroom. This isn't a hotel.

Clean, practical room in a good spot. We could get everywhere on foot or by public transport. Thanks!

We were welcomed so kindly, and the hosts took time to explain everything. The place was clean and right in the center, with an unforgettable view of the Aventine Hill. See you soon.