We had a wonderful stay at Ana's gorgeous apartment. My partner and I stayed over Easter to celebrate her surprise birthday trip to Madrid. The place did not disappoint - it's a wonderful city (and surprisingly so inexpensive and cheap) and Ana went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. Prior to our arrival, Ana sent through a comprehensive set of instructions which was great. She even suggested places where I could buy a birthday cake etc. Ana was also kind enough to allow us to drop our luggage off early so that we could grab some lunch after a very early start. We were greeted by her husband and the cleaner - they were both very warm, friendly and inviting.
As for the apartment itself - it's stunning! The outside space is magical and sets the perfect ambience for you and your special someone. Inside was very clean, and as someone of Jamaican heritage it was a beautiful sight to see all the herbs and seasoning on display! As for the location, it was superb. Mercado de San Miguel is right next to the apartment. It's also a great point to access other parts of the city with incredible ease. In particular, Madrid's most iconic bars and restaurants (historically and local favourites). We were a tad lazy and took Ubers everywhere because it was so cheap!
In terms of special touches, Ana even paid for my girlfriend and I to have a glass of blue wine across the road from the apartment. Plus, Ana and her husband also left bottles of wine for us. These little touches certainly highlight why Ana is a superhost.
I'm sure we'll be back to Madrid. Whether it's for business or pleasure, we'll certainly stay at Ana's again if her and her husband will have us. From one superhost to another - thank you for a wonderful stay!