Marina is an extremely friendly and welcoming host and her place is an artistic showpiece--lots of fine art on the walls, including works of her own. Her kitchen is very well stocked, and she provides a tray of cookies and a carafe of water when you arrive. Everything is very clean, neat, modern, and attractive. The apartment is well located--about a 20 minute walk to El Retire Park, and a little further to the Prado. There are excellent bars and restaurants nearby. Marina is a smoker, so guests with a high sensitivity to cigarette smoke should take that under consideration.