Tis apartment is spotless - well equipped and in a really interesting part of town - a tiny stroll away from the metro station of Nuevo Numancia which then takes you into the heart of Madrid within a few minutes. Apartments in town can be quite noisy so this was a great option for me - to be able to dip in and out effortlessly of the sights but then retreat for a good night's quiet sleep. The area is not touristy but rather offers a view of how folk actually live in Madrid - there are many supermarkets and little shops all about the area and plenty of small cafes and diverse restaurants to choose from. If you need to go 'up market' (with up market prices) it's easy to trip into town and be in the heart of things. This apartment offers the best of both worlds and the hosts and very responsive and communicative.