I've stayed in many Airbnb's around the world, and this one is my favorite so far! The studio apartment is the perfect size for one person, and cozy for 2 people if you are good friends or partners (and the bed is big and SUPER comfortable). Location-wise, it could not be better—you are in the middle of the hippest neighborhood in Madrid, steps from all the cool cafes, bars and shops, and within very close walking distance to tourist-friendly plazas, markets, parks and museums.
Having the fridge and cupboard stocked with bread, fruit, coffee and tea before I arrived was a fantastic amenity to have in the morning—though the apartment is around the corner from La Bicicleta, a popular all-day cafe with good coffee, wifi and decent food if you feel like going out for breakfast. The apartment is on the 4th floor (5th floor for Americans), so if a basic level stairmaster workout scares you then this might not be the right place for you. The bathroom is a "wet room," which means everything in the bathroom gets when when you take a shower. If you've never experienced it before, it's a pretty typical setup for small flats in Europe, and ends up being less of a big deal than you might think.
Al was a friendly gracious host who really went above and beyond with suggesting fun things to do, see and eat in Madrid. He was easy to contact, very responsive, and even called to make a reservation for us at a super charming restaurant a short walk from the apartment.
I would definitely stay here again! Al is an awesome host.