This place is great for the person who’s looking to be close to everything in Madrid. I’m a solo traveler and prioritize safety and communication above all else. Ian and Paul did an excellent job at communicating the details for check in and the house rules. It made me feel comfortable with the boundaries from the beginning.
The room is bright and comfortable with enough space for me to spread out a little. I was also able to work for a few days without disturbances from anyone. The WiFi and heat worked great.
The location of the flat is right down the street from Retiro Park, the epicenter of all things Madrid. I passed through this park to get to all of the major sights, mass transit corridors, and to enjoy the programming in the park itself. Also, the better and more authentic restaurants were in this neighborhood. I found the touristy areas tapas and drinks to be less desirable.
While the hosts are busy people, they did an excellent job at doing little things to make me feel welcome and included. One night I was invited to dinner with them. I ran out to grab a bottle of wine! I also got to spend New Year’s Eve with them, making 2019’s first lesson one to remember the power of human connection and kindness is a stronger currency than money. I am grateful that they extended such generosity to me, and I consider them great examples of AirBnb culture.
I highly recommend this location and the hosts, Ian and Paul. I can’t wait to visit them again soon. Thanks for everything, Ian and Paul!