I recently move to Madrid for business school, and stayed with Macarena and Fernando for a little more than three weeks while I found a permanent apartment. I can say without reservation that I absolutely loved my stay, and that Macarena and Fernando were wonderful hosts.

The location was phenomenal, within short walking distance of a variety of public transportation options and situated just across the street from Estadio Santiago Bernabéu (home of Real Madrid). Notably, the location is just off Paseo de la Castellana, providing single-shot bus access to Museo Del Prado, Retiro Park, and many other attractions.

The room itself was clean and well-maintained and appeared exactly as advertised in the photos (I actually think the photos may undersell the size a bit, as I was quite comfortable in the room with two large suitcases and a guitar). The same can be said for the reserved bathroom, which Macarena kept very clean throughout my stay. Internet speeds were very fast and there was ample hot water.

However, the highlight of my stay was definitely the hospitality of Macarena and Fernando. They were both very friendly and incredibly helpful, showing me where to have a suit pressed, how to use public transit, where to go out, etc. etc. etc. While they both speak English (Macarena proficiently and Fernando fluently), they agreed to speak to me in Spanish to help me practice. Macarena also helped me with my laundry, as I would otherwise have needed to pay for a service.

Overall, five stars on all fronts.