Pros:
-Lovely host that greets you at check in and responds immediately to all questions
-Comfortable mattresses in all bedrooms.
-We were a family of 5 and the apartment is extremely spacious, we all had our private spaces.
-large and clean bathrooms.
-wonderful shower, great water pressure.
-very very clean apartment.
-the apartment is at street level, only 3 stairs to go in.
-Lots of natural light in the living area. Large window that is covered with a mirror film that covers the window. You can see from the inside to the street but people passing by can’t look inside. Also there’s a curtain shade.
-Centrally located. About 5-15 min walking distance to all of Madrid’s historical landmarks. We walked a lot and didn’t have the need to use Uber or taxi. We only took the subway to go to the Bernabeu Stadium, the Anton Martin metro station is very close. Also, the €5 bus from Barajas Airport stops a block from the apartment. Atocha train station is about 10 minutes walking or €5 Uber.
-Lots of restaurants and bars literally next to the apartment, yet the bedroom’s are very quiet.
-Lots of supermarkets nearby. There’s a delicious bakery, Estela, literally 10 steps from the apartment, we loved it. We made all of the grocery shopping at Dia supermarket a block away from the apartment.
-There’s a playground a block away from the apartment in front of the supermarket. A local restaurant also has tables next to the playground.
Cons:
-In Bedroom #2 we could hear the neighbors chatting until late at night. This only happened twice during our week stay. This bedroom is not suitable for light sleepers. However, the other 3 bedrooms are extremely quiet.
-automatic lights in the hallway are kind of bothersome especially at night, but I assume there’re people that must leave them on all the time so this system helps reduce electric costs.
-pans and pots were not in the best conditions, but you have affordable dining options next to the apartment and you can also make simple but filling meals in the apartment. This is an easy fix.
-Not lots of natural light in the bedroom areas, but you’re in such a beautiful neighborhood that you want to be outside all day. Also, the bedrooms are great to sleep and relax after spending all day touring the city.
We were a family of 5 and spent a beautiful week walking around Madrid and we were very comfortable relaxing at the apartment. We are recommending Sara’s place to all of our friends. Thank you Sara for hosting us!