Bibiana's flat is gorgeous, artistic, and inspiring! A really fun place to spend the weekend in Madrid. She was incredibly responsive and welcoming, and had great recommendations. The flat couldn't be better located -- I walked everywhere and didn't take the metro once in the city.

Around the area, I especially enjoyed Mallorquina (pastries and coffee for a lively breakfast), El Senor Martin (great seafood & decor), La Croquette (cosy blues bar), and the free Sandemans walking tours of Madrid.