This was our first Airbnb experience, and Magdalena totally set the bar. She really was an incredible hostess. Our flight was delayed, but she was waiting when we arrived. She gave us instructions on all things relevant in the apartment, and shared her wonderful book on things to do and places to go in Madrid. Her book, and all the maps and brochures, were incredibly helpful.
Upon arrival, Magdalena provided a much appreciated "Welcome" basket, with coffee, bread, milk, and oranges. The kitchen was well stocked with all the necessary condiments (sugar, salt, spices, olive oil, etc.) and equipped with dishes, pots and pans, and cooking utensils (we didn't realize that wasn't always the norm until we got to our next Airbnb!).
The apartment is perfectly located and so convenient. We walked EVERYWHERE. We loved having the metro, shopping, grocery stores and banks within blocks of the apartment.
After a long day of walking and sight seeing, we always looked forward to coming back to the apartment; it felt just like home. The halls are wide and the rooms spacious. The beds are super comfortable and the living room is warm and cozy.
The apartment and neighborhood can get loud on occasion, especially if you like to sleep with the windows open, so if you're a light sleeper you might want to bring some ear plugs!
The night before we had to leave, Magdalena called a cab for us, and it was there at 6:00 AM the next day to take us to the train station. Wish we could have stayed longer. Hope to be back one day!