Chemas appartment is in the Malasaña area. This area is better than SoHo, as it have alot of restaurants and shops, that are genuinly good. Chema is a wonderful host and you feel immediatly welcome. Even though Chema is not a native speaker in English he is doing Everything he can to make him understood and steps well out of what you can expect. You are also feeling welcome by Chemas 2 dogs, that greets you every time you come home