The apartment is pleasant and compared to the busy Plaza de Espana which is no more than two minutes away is actually rather tranquil. The kitchen includes a percolator and kettle, so as long as you have coffee grounds or tea bags, this is the place to make good hot drinks--the mugs are considerably large as well. Make sure you check the address; it isn't hard to miss but be aware that there is an interior and exterior apartment section to the building with Javier's apartment. Javier is a fantastic host and is very effective at communicating with his guests. I recommend this place especially for its proximity to such places as the Royal Palace, the Royal Theater and the Chocolateria San Gines, all of which are roughly ten to fifteen minutes away. It's also three metro stops away from Moncloa bus station, which has busses that serve Segovia. Overall, Javier and his apartment made our stay in Madrid streamlined and comfortable.