I moved to Madrid in September and stayed in Alicia's apartment for my first month in the city. The apartment was perfect for me; comfortable, clean, bright. In addition, the building is safe and located on a quiet street, so you can dive in and out of the liveliness. I felt at home very quickly and was sad to leave!

Malasaña is a great neighbourhood; a favourite for many here. You'll never be short of bars, restaurants, cafes. I enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere during the days and then the place comes to life at night time.

As for Alicia, you couldn't wish for a better host. A very, very generous and friendly lady who did everything to make my stay comfortable and fun. She's organised and fast to get in touch if you have any questions or want any advice. Alicia has helped me to settle in to Madrid and has made a big difference to my first month or so here.

Gran Vía and Puerta del Sol are only a ten minute walk away from the accommodation. As for metro stations, Tribunal is just four minutes on foot and Noviciado and Bilbao are very close too, so it's easy to explore the city further.

I had a very positive experience and continue to enjoy my time in Madrid. I definitely recommend the apartment and Malasaña as a place to stay.