Marta was super welcoming and very friendly. She had a snack prepared for us when we arrived; so thoughtful!

My sister and I stayed here while she was doing a two week ballet intensive. We picked the apartment for the window, which actually has a tiny balcony. I loved staying there, it felt both traditional and modern. Nothing super fancy, but totally adequate and the sort of place I could see myself living if I were a madrileño. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen had everything we needed.

You're right on the border of all of the main attractions (the palace, the cathedrals, the Teatro Real, the Plaza Mayor) and tourist amenities, and also the quieter more authentic La Latina neighborhood. We hardly ever took the metro, because everything was so walkable.

Make sure that when you arrive you confirm the apartment number and how to be let in. We sorted it out quickly, but I wish I would have asked those questions beforehand.