Definitely enjoyed my stay at Paolo's place. He was very efficient responding to all my questions, and was gracious to adjust to my schedule for check in. The place is equipped with everything you need - basic cookery (coffee, tea, oil and salt too!), a clothes iron, hairdryer. The washing machine was a plus, and there were some laundry pods stocked in the kitchen cabinets for this. The place was well-maintained and very clean - linens and towels included. The place also has an A/C for the summer. Had some trouble with the A/C switch, but I reckon it's just the remote control needing new batteries. The place is very close to all the good eating and shopping spots! Just a 3 minute walk and you're right were the action is. But I also enjoyed taking my breakfast next door, at this small place called Cafe Baena for coffee and sandwiches in the morning. Apart from the great tapas places, the apartment is also close to restaurants serving international cuisine (I tried a small sushi place along Calle de Madre de Dios and a Mexican tacos place along Calle Carcer). Teatro Cervantes is a mere 2 minute walk. The Cathedral and the Picasso Museum are just a leisurely stroll away (about 5 minutes only). But even with all the great things happening outside, it was nice to just stay in the apartment and admire the city view from one of the beautiful big windows. It was certainly a relaxing atmosphere. If you are taking the airport bus, the place is just about 7 minutes walk from the bus stop. Would come back to this place if I ever return to Malaga!