Mariano's apartment is in a great location, amongst the back streets of the edgy and hip area of Malasaña - full of cool restaurants and vintage shops and also walking distance from all the tourist attractions. Mariano's apartment was clean and matched description. It is quite small for two people and not very much storage/ work space. The only other thing I didn't like about the apartment is that it is on the ground floor and the front door leads straight onto the street - so you feel a little exposed. It also doesn't catch much day light. However, everything else about the apartment was good... cool underground bathroom and modern furniture. Mariano was also very helpful and easy to contact!