Almagro is about 5 k from downtown city centre. For me it was a chance to experience a local suburb. Transportation to the other parts of city very easy as Evelyn gives you the basic travel card that you just use on bus/ metro. Metro took about 15 minutes into city centre. Evelyn is very helpful and kind. There are loads of good shops and restaurants and cafes nearby. Only minor down side building works noisy next door. Check with Evelyn as things should be getting quieter! I came to dance tango so it was brilliant!