ELLY'S LOFT, Rome

Elly's Loft sits on a quiet street in the city centre, steps from the metro (Ottaviano and Lepanto stations), making it easy to reach Termini and Fiumicino airport via train and metro. St Peter's Basilica is under 1 km away, and Piazza Navona is within 2 km. The area is walkable to major sights, with buses and metro lines around the corner. For airport transfers, the cheapest method is train to Termini then metro to Ottaviano; a taxi from Fiumicino costs a fixed €50.

The apartment sleeps up to 5 across 3 beds - one in a separate bedroom and two in the living area - and includes a private bathroom with shower and bidet. The kitchen is fully equipped with stovetop, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee machine and basic supplies such as coffee pods, spices and cookware. The living area enjoys high ceilings, art on the walls, a dining table, a seating area and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The patio provides a pleasant spot for outdoor meals or coffee. Though the apartment is on a ground floor accessed by a few steps, the interior is naturally cool and quiet, with effective dehumidifiers ensuring comfort. The washer and dryer are useful for extended stays.

The kitchen is stocked with pots, pans, spices, coffee and dishwasher, making self-catering easy. For eating out, there are more than 10 restaurants within 0.5 km, including Cantina '86, Dai Bravi, Napul'e Ristorante and Wine Bar Del Frate. The area also has a minimarket on site and several shops and cafes nearby for groceries and takeaway.