This is a large apartment in gated community, with guards on duty. Well suited for extended stays and is not in the noisy center of Madrid. The nearest Metro station is 5-10 minutes walk, and there are several restaurants and grocery stores very close by. Yes, the elevators make a lot of noise, but only during specific hours and I quickly learned to tune it out. The terrace is rather private, has amazing views, but it was too hot while I was there (July) for me to enjoy it.