This apartment is in the absoluty perfect location for tourists in Madrid. Within minutes walking to Plaza Mayor, Puerta de Sol, Palacio Real, Plaza de España, and everything in between. You can see the Tio Pepe sign from the bunk bed room balcony (fantastic views & photos)! Everything was clean and comfortable for our 5 person family. There are windows or sky lights in each room which make the apartment feel airy and more spacious. Raquel even provided coffee and tea, although there are several great cafés right around the corner.
There is only 1 air conditioner in the living room, which works well. It is on a 5 hour timer to save electricity, which I appreciate. However, it was 35° when we stayed and a bit of a challenge to cool the 3 bedrooms for sleeping. We kept the bedroom doors open and there were fans in each room.
The elevator was definitely sketchy, but a life saver for getting luggage to the 5th floor. We made one trip with 2 people (adult & child) and two suitcases and the elevator was very strained and didn't come up level with the floor. Afterwards we followed the recommendation on the paper outside (2 people or 1 person & 1 bag) and used the stairs more.
Raquel was thorough and timely with her instructions and communication during our stay. Easy check-in and check-out. Great hospitality even though it was all through Airbnb messaging. We only wish we had more time to spend at this great apartment.