This is my second time in Madrid and I couldn’t think in another place to stay but at Isabel’s. This should tell you as much about how wonderful host she is and what a nice place hers is. In brief, I think she embodies the whole idea behind the AirBnB concept—namely, a homeowner welcoming a visitor in her own place. Unlike these other homeowners whose face you never happen to see and never interact with in person, Isabel is very relatable and makes every effort to make you feel at home. Whether having an intelligent conversation with you, or offering you coffee or any other snack, or giving you advice about how to navigate the city, she is always ready to answer any questions you have. As for the place itself, I will just say three things to show why I liked it very much. First, it is more than comfortable for an individual traveler or a couple. A huge bed in a nice bedroom with an independent living room. Second, the place is in a perfect location. It’s very close to two metro stations so you can move around the city without any trouble. It is also at a walking distance from the Atocha train station from which you can travel anywhere in Spain by train. Third, the neighborhood is just great. Close to the Parque el Retiro and major museums such as the Museo del Prado and Museo Reina Sofia, you will find plenty of bars, cafes, mercados, etc. where you will enjoy not only Spanish but cosmopolitan food. And if you love art cinema, you have Cine Dore half a block away. In short, a great place and a fantastic host. I will definitely book Isabel’s place the next time I go to Madrid.