WOW – We truly enjoyed our three night stay in this exceptional luxury 3 bedroom – two bath rental in the middle of everything in Rome = and around the corner from the Spanish Steps. Trevi Fountain etc…
I have a lot to say about how well appointed the apartment was,,, Large bedrooms, huge master bath – foyer, kitchen with a breezy window and living room- But what really stands out for this apartment rental was Edoardo Gallo – the youthful owner who made this so easy/ breezy and helpful.
From the minute I contacted Edoardo, months before our rental, he responded right away. I was able to email him from my work email (a lot) in the states and get quick and specific information and help …
For example = we took him up on his offer to use a van service that he knew of for a transfer from the airport to his apartment. And I was so glad (as we were traveling with our 87Yr old aunt)... so right as soon as we got through the baggage area – there was our transfer person waiting - Easy!
(The apartment is in an area just around the corner from a taxi “stand” and there is a way to drive to it –but again – we needed the easy way – and we got it)
We needed more coffee pods for the wonderful Nepresso machine – voila – email to Edorado and there they were!
Also, I told Edoardo that I needed to have the three of us to see Vatican museum/ St Paul’s and it was getting difficult to get the reservations etc. He offer to help with a private guide ~ which was wonderful – ( he was a great guide and we zipped in and saw and got out three hours later ~just what we wanted )
But the BIGGEST help that afternoon – (at the Vatican tour) was Edoardo’s extraordinary help. Here is what happened…(by no fault) my husband’s work/life/ personal iphone fell out of his pouch into the cab as we exited the cab at the Vatican – … This was realized just as the cabbie pulled off-- (everyone ran after the cab but missed her ) – W e all tried and tried calling etc… but nothing – we didn’t know that cabbie or name or anything ,,, So-- In this chaos - I emailed Edoardo = HELP! and while we were touring the Vatican– he repeatedly called my husband’s cell – and then got the lady cabbie – connected with her and got my husbands’ phone back right as we ended the three hour tour – AMAZING! What service ? Not even the Ritz Carlton or other high end hotels would have invested that kind of time and energy to help us….
I would stay with Edorado in Rome again even if I only “NEEDED” a two bedroom apartment – look at it and compare – you cannot go wrong
We met his father and everyone was so helpful – the apartment is beautiful – (I will post some pics) we loved the adorable elevator – great so climbing the stairs not needed…
This is a great rental at VIA DELL 039 OCA, Rome, Lazio 00186 and the owner makes it even better ~~

Our stay in this apartment was wonderful! We wish we had had more time there.The location was superb and Eduardo couldn't have been more obliging and helpful.
The weather caused a brief power outage but Eduardo was there as fast as humanly possible.
His information leading up to our booking date was terrific.

Oca apartment is an excellent place to stay for a visit to Rome. It is central, right by the Piazza del Popolo, and a few minutes from the Spanish Steps. There are plenty of good places to eat within easy walking distance, and 2 small supermarkets, Carrefours and the Co-op, within 5 minutes walk.
The apartment is beautifully decorated, and set up so that you can have plenty of privacy if you go as 2 couples for example. Everything is very clean, in good order and well looked after. The air conditioning was a bonus in temperatures of over 30 degrees.

Well looked after is how the 4 of us felt too. Eduardo Gallo meets you on arrival, shows you how everything works, and is available by email for any questions. So when 2 of our group wanted to go to a Roma football match, Eduardo was on hand with advice on how to do it.
Eduardo's planning before the trip meant that we had airport transfers booked, as well as private tours of the Colosseum and the Vatican, plus all tickets bought in advance. So we were able to make the most of a short stay in a city with so much to see.
We all had a fantastic time, and would recommend the apartment, and Eduardo, without reservation.

We enjoyed our stay very much. From the first time I emailed Eduardo to the time we checked out, he was very responsive and attentive. Edoardo and his father met us at the apartment after a very long flight. Edoardo showed us around the apartment and was available during our stay if we needed anything. The apartment is very beautiful, clean and comfortable. If we are ever in Rome again, we will definitely stay at Edoardo's apartment.

Beautiful and immaculately presented apartment
Colour shower was amazing!
The location was perfect, walking distance of,everywhere for a great weekend sightseeing. Supermarket was close by and loads of restaurants within walking too. Edwardo was so helpful, met us when we arrived, even though it was late at night and gave us lots of local ideas and advice. We had such a wonderful stay. Could not recommend it more highly.

If you are looking for a beautiful place to call home in Rome, look no further. Edoardo is very responsive to any and all requests/questions. We thoroughly enjoyed our four nights in Rome, and a large part of that is due to Edoardo and his luxurious Piazza del Popolo apartment. Thanks again for all your help.

Eric C.