A beautiful little oasis just a few blocks off bustling Grand Via. Walking distance to Puerta del Sol, the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, and Plaza de España. (And lots of other places depending on how much walking you want to do - though it is also close to public transit.) Very helpful and responsive host who lives just across the hall. The apartment stays cool even on very hot days and is full of books, stocked with music, and has all kinds of interesting details. Very artistic. Supermarket around the corner. I stayed two nights and had a lovely time.