Charo and family are very welcoming and accommodating. They will help you out with maps and tips where to go and what to do. The flat is very central so you should think about saving the metro-ticket because walking to all the famous sites is indeed possible! The neighbourhood is quite lively and in the evening buzzing of activity. But dont worry, your room is going out to the back to a small courtyard, so the street noise wont disturb you. The room is quite big and the bed very comfortable. I enjoyed my stay and would gladly come again, speaking very little spanish was no problem either. If you go there, make sure to check out the small italian take-away at the corner to the left... awesome pizza and pasta for very reasonable prices!

Oh, one small downside: There is no internet available at the flat. But there are many small cafes around the place with free wifi, so not a big problem really.