Leticia was an excellent host! Her cozy flat was comfortable and peaceful, yet steps away from the best Madrid has to offer. Not a single detail was spared and we felt right at home with all of the amenities that our gracious host provided. The fully-equipped kitchen was stocked with everything one might need to take advantage of the fresh produce, fish, meat, cheeses, etc. at Mercado San Miguel, a luxury gourmet market, which was just a couple of blocks away. The home was full of books and classic movies in English and Spanish that provided a great way to relax after a day exploring the city. Despite being so close to everything, her home is tucked away in a quiet pedestrian-only area in one of the most historic neighborhoods in Madrid. Turn the corner; however, and you were in the heart of everything--the plaza mayor, the royal palace, the opera house, etc. Traveling with a young child, we felt very safe and at home in Leticia's flat. The neighborhood was full of great amenities for a traveling family including several grocery stores, a children's book store, a large playground in front of the royal palace, and even a day care (Kikiriki) that had drop-in appointments to watch kids in case the parents wanted to escape for an afternoon. There are also lots of classic tapas bars, hipster bars to get a craft cocktail, touristy dives, and even a handful of higher-end gourmet restaurants to enjoy a night out.

Hemos disfrutado muchísimo nuestra estancia. Leticia es una anfitriona fantástica y ha pensado en todos los detalles, desde adaptadores internacionales para los enchufes, cargadores de teléfono, paraguas, protectores de enchufes para los niños... Cualquier cosa que puedas imaginar. :) En todo momento ha estado pendiente de si necesitábamos algo e incluso nos ha enviado una lista detallada de todo lo que se puede hacer por la zona. La ubicación no podría ser mejor, justo al lado de la calle Mayor pero en una plaza casi peatonal, por lo que prácticamente no hay ruidos. En el barrio hay muchísimos comercios interesantes y con mucha personalidad. Nos encantaría volver en cuanto podamos. ¡Muchas gracias, Leticia!