Laurel&Raul's place was beautiful. Better than a hotel. Picture doesn't do justice. It's much prettier in person. It was cozy and lovely place to stay in the central part of Madrid. 3 min from the metro station. Right in midst of the famous Puerta de Sol. Shopping and restaurants was walking distance and there is big market 3 minutes away at El Corte Ingles basement. Behind was Plaza Mayor. I highly recommend this place if your looking for a place to stay in Madrid. Everything is near by.