We had a lovely stay in Madrid, and despite a few minor issues, a very comfortable time in Gertjan & Johan's apartment.
Pros:
- Location is fantastic, in a walkable neighbourhood and close to the Metro, with lots of cozy and inexpensive restaurants close by
- The apartment itself is beautiful and nicely decorated. Gorgeous balconies, very bright with shutters to keep it cool and for sleeping.
- The Madrid contact Victor was very kind and responsive.
- Air conditioning was very efficient at keeping both the main living area and bedroom cool
- The kitchen is very well equipped - the pod coffee maker helped us recover from jet lag
- The apartment was spotlessly clean and very well maintained (yes, the design of the shower door means water will drip a bit on the floor, but this is easily dealt with)
- The washing machine was very good, and appreciated being able to hang our clothes to dry privately outside the front door
- Wifi signal was very strong and consistent.
Room for improvement:
- We found the bed quite uncomfortable. The mattress dips in the middle and the pillows were quite flat.
- There wasn't enough TP for a couple staying 5 nights, so we bought some and left the extras behind.
Thank you Gertjan, Johan and Victor!