This apartment worked well for our family of 5 and is centrally located close to the Atocha metro, Retiro Park, and several museums. Neighborhood felt safe and there is a small carrefour supermarket and several cafes and tapas shops close by. Unit itself is on a quieter street, located at street level, and a short walk to a main road. We really enjoyed the botanical gardens and the naval museum which are close by and have short lines relative to the major tourist draws. The bathrooms were clean and nicely renovated and the kitchen was well equipped. Host was quick to respond, warm and kind by phone, and checked us in remotely. Host also helped us at the last minute with an airport transfer (it’s hard to find taxis for more than 4 in Madrid). While not the most luxurious apartment it met all our needs and represented a good value for our family in the heart of Madrid.