An absolute gem of an apartment located just 5-10 minutes’ easy walk from the Vatican City and just steps away from Cola di Rienzo, the fashionable shopping street, and only 10 minutes’ walk from both Castel Sant’Angelo and the famous Mercato Trionfale. The apartment has three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with a small living room and a very well appointed kitchen, on the first floor (second floor to North Americans) with a good lift. The air conditioning (mini-splits in the bedrooms) worked extremely well, which made it a relief to come home after a day in the Roman summer. The restaurant downstairs can be loud but if you have the windows shut it is not too bad.
Restaurants are a dime a dozen nearby but the restaurant directly underneath the apartment is excellent. Make sure to reserve a day or two in advance because it is extremely popular. There are grocery stores within two blocks and a tram stop nearby. The other main sights in Rome are on the other side of the river; a long walk or an easy cab ride. What’s nice is that after the insane crowds at the Fontana di Trevi or the Colosseum, you can retreat to a much less crazy neighborhood.
Sabrina is a truly excellent host and not only arranged for restaurant recommendations, she also arranged transport from Fiumicino Airport and then to Termini train station in a large comfortable bus.
Heartily recommend this apartment to families who need extra space and who want to do some self catering.