The flat was less than 50 meters from the northeast gate to Plaza Mayor. A short walk from the Sol metro stop; what a great location! You can walk everywhere from Palacio Real to the Prado and Parque Retiro. The public transportation system is great; we bought the 10 trip Metrobus ticket. The flat was beautiful, a wonderful view, a great bed, and bathroom. Soraya is a great hostess and we give her, Madrid, and the apartment our highest recommendation. We would love to visit again!