Host Alfonso Perez was thoughtful and responsive. The apartment is compact and nicely decorated, ideal for one person or a couple. The neighborhood is interesting and multi-ethnic, one of those cool places to live that some visitors may find scruffy and wonder about safety (we had no problems at all). There's a Metro stop and and a taxi stand just steps away, and more touristy spots like Plaza Santa Ana are not far up the hill. Head toward Museo Reina Sofia and Atocha train station (walkable) for some hip restaurants.This is a great place to feel like a local.