Eduardo promptly met me at the door and greeted me with a smile. He showed me the basics of the apartment and showed me a few places I can stock up on essentials if need be. It’s great to have a host take that time and ensure you’re not walking blind. I truly appreciated it.
About 3 blocks away there is nice new supermarket (slight incline) called La Plaza/Día. This place is great for stocking up on snacks and beverages (non-alcoholic and alcoholic alike). If you’re planning on making meals with any meats, there’s a bigger supermarket about a 18 min walk, going toward La Plaza Mayor, you will find greater options.
The apartment is walking distance to La Plaza Mayor, many options for meals, great pictures and souvenir shopping.
This apartment is greatly placed. The surrounding neighborhood is very quiet, especially compared to NYC. There’s a nice small bar just up the block - fairly priced drinks and good service- called Jappy (I believe), the metro is another 3 blocks up. There’s a great Indian restaurant less than 3 blocks down in the other direction and next to that a Burger King if you’re craving fast food.
A variety of small eateries are minutes away, no shortage of options, if I’d stayed longer I’m sure I would’ve added to my list.
Do not miss the Mercado de San Miguel, if you’re a foodie and want to treat your palate, this place is for you. It does get pretty packed but there’s still room to walk around, hope you’re ok with standing and snacking :)
The apartment itself easily allowed me to feel at home. I opened all the large windows and escaped in the natural light and breeze. I couldn’t stop looking out each window and taking in the scenery. It’s beautiful and calming. The shower is a zen experience, always enough hot water I may add.
I felt safe my entire stay, the neighborhood as I stated is quiet, everyone seemed to keep to themselves and pleasant. It’s a very clean place, there tend to be panhandling in the more touristy areas of Madrid, this great find is close enough to feel in the loop but far enough to not feel overwhelmed.
There was more than enough space for my large piece of luggage. Plenty of surface space to spread all my belongings I came with any other random purchases I acquired on my trip.
I couldn’t stop exclaiming to family and friends how great the apartment was and I will definitely stay here again, no doubt at all.