Flats4Rent Casa Sailù

Hotel Description

You know, I stumbled upon Flats4Rent Casa Sailù kind of by accident last spring when I was in Verona chasing that romantic Shakespeare vibe – well, more like dodging the tourist crowds around Juliet’s House, if I’m being honest. It’s tucked away on Via Fratta, this narrow little street in the historical center that’s got that classic Veronese charm with its uneven cobblestones and those tall, shuttered buildings that make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. I remember arriving on foot from the train station – it’s about a 20-minute walk if you cut through Piazza Bra, past the Arena where they do those epic opera shows in summer. Parking? Forget it if you’re driving; the whole area’s a ZTL zone (that’s Zona a Traffico Limitato for the uninitiated), so you’ll want to stash your car at one of those lots outside the center and hoof it. Check-in was a breeze, actually – no fancy lobby, just a quick code for the door and a welcome note from the host, which felt personal, like staying at a friend’s place rather than some sterile hotel chain.

What really won me over was how the place blends old-world Verona with modern comforts, you know? The apartment I had – they call them flats, but it’s more like a stylish studio with exposed brick walls and these high ceilings that echo a bit when you laugh too loud. There’s a little kitchenette stocked with basics (espresso machine included, thank goodness, because Italian mornings demand it), and the bed was one of those memory foam deals that actually lets you sleep through the faint hum of scooters zipping by outside – though honestly, it gets pretty quiet after 10 PM, even in peak season. I loved stepping out onto the tiny balcony in the evenings, catching whiffs of garlic and tomato sauce from the trattorias nearby on Via Cappello, just a five-minute stroll away. It’s super close to the Adige River too – cross the Ponte Pietra for those sunset views that make you forget the day’s blisters. One minor gripe: the Wi-Fi can be spotty during busy times, like when everyone’s streaming after a day at the opera, but hey, that’s Italy for you – forces you to unplug and wander instead. The bathroom’s got that sleek rain shower, and everything’s spotless, which matters when you’re dusty from exploring the Duomo or the hidden gardens around Castelvecchio.

All in all, if you’re after an authentic slice of Verona without the inflated prices of those big-name spots on Corso Porta Borsari, Casa Sailù’s a gem – rated 9.2 for good reason. It’s perfect for couples or solo travelers who want to feel immersed, not isolated; I mean, you can hear church bells chiming from Santa Anastasia nearby, adding that poetic touch. Just book ahead in July or August when the festivals crank up the energy (and the crowds), and pack light – those stairs to the upper floors are no joke. I’d go back in a heartbeat; it made my trip feel less like tourism and more like living the dolce vita.

Reviews

• Daniel from United Kingdom – 24 September 2024 (10/10)

  lovely very large apartment, really comfy beds.
  very central to the centre and Arena etc

• Tony from United Kingdom – 20 October 2024 (10/10)

  Fantastic location, clean and well equipped.

• Max from Switzerland – 5 August 2024 (10/10)

  Spacious rooms and fridge, well equipped kitchen, great location 5 min walk to Arena
  
  What could be improved: I could recall some small deficiencies here and there, but overall nothing major to get upset about

• Grzegorz from Germany – 29 July 2024 (10/10)

  Very comfortable, well equipped appartment near of the Arena di Verona.

• Kristopher from Australia – 4 October 2023 (10/10)

  Self catered for 7 days
  
  What could be improved: Toilet seat needed to be fixed and was small for the pan it was fitted to, shoul be replaced with one more suitable.

• Cristina from United Kingdom – 16 February 2025 (8/10)

  The hosts were amazing, supe helpful in all aspects and couldn’t do enough for us.
  The apartment was amazing, large and extremely well equipped with all that you would need.
  Any question or help they were there for you. Perfect location to visit Verona 10/10
  
  What could be improved: It was easy to collect the keys due to the fact that we had reserved a taxi to pick us up from the airport who had been given the keys.
  Otherwise, having paid for the reservation I was advised that I would have to pick up the keys at another location further away. Had I known this to be the case, I perhaps would have thought twice about booking and may have opted for something else.

• Nadezhda from France – 12 August 2023 (7/10)

  Good location, clean apartment
  
  What could be improved: The apartment needs to be renovated, a strong unpleasant smell, no dish washer(((
  The sofa in the living room makes a lot of noice

• Dimitrinka from Bulgaria – 7 August 2023 (7/10)

  Perfect location just 2 min from the Arena!
  
  What could be improved: We had to collect the keys from a lock box situated about 1 km away from the property.

• Zsuzsanna from Hungary – 19 July 2022 (6/10)

  location
  
  What could be improved: Apartment need a general update. Strong smell of an old building. Bathroom don’t have a proper curtain or shutter. Staff wasn’t friendly or cooperative in the prior communication.

• Andy from Switzerland – 13 May 2024 (9/10)

  Ein schönes schmuckes Apartement an Traumlage, ganz in der Nähe der Arena. Alle Sehenswürdigkeiten leicht zu erreichen.
  Apartment war sauber und schön und praktisch eingerichtet. Die Abwicklung war sehr einfach und freundlich.
  Komme sehr gerne wieder.
  Was man berücksichtigen muss ist, wer mit dem Auto geht, parkiert ausserhalb der Altstadt. Genug Zeit einberechnen.

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