This was my second visit to Carmen's apartment and I was once again welcomed genuinely and warmly. It took me just 15 minutes from the front door of the airport by bus to Atocha station and 5 minutes to walk from there. I was provided with breakfast each day and drinks and snacks. The location is perfect if you want to go to the beautiful El Retiro Park and the Reina Sofia or get a train or metro across or outside Madrid. The apartment was warm and Carmen supplies you with lovely toiletries and two towels to use in the bathroom if you need them. All this makes staying at this apartment a very sociable experience in a real Spanish home in a safe, comfortable and convenient location for travellers. The price therefore makes this excellent value for money but more importantly you will make a new friend.