I am from Boston, USA. I am a digital Nomad, and I have been traveling since June 2020 in North and South America. Spain is a first for me, though I have studied the culture, language, and people since High School. Sonia's place, in a word, was perfect for me.
Before I rented out Sonia's place, I stayed 5 mins walk away at the Hyatt Centric Hotel on Grand Via - the hotel, though supple and lux, was too noisy for me. For long-term stays, I want a full kitchen and the value.
Sonia's place is magic when it comes to location and having a good quite night's sleep. Here are the finer finer points why her place was perfect for me:
* 5-10 mins walk from all all the cafes, restaurants, grocery, shopping, and Metro.
* City Locker is just 5 mins walk away if you need to store your luggage before check in and after check out.
* The Studio is on the top floor - Elevator is in the building. Perfect if you have heavy luggage. Not many buildings have elevators, especially if they are older and renovated.
* secure and easy check in and check out process. NO WAITING! Everything is streamlined and autonomous.
* Sonia speaks and writes perfect English and is the kindest host I have met online. She is very accommodating.
* Washer in Unit!!! I saved $110 USD just renting out the place and not having to send laundry out for service.
* Great Internet. I am a digital nomad, so video streaming for conferences is a must.
I will definitely look for Sonia's listing on AirBnB when I am in Madrid next!