We had the best experience getting to know Madrid from the great neighborhood of Lavapies; Olga's appartament had everything that we needed to feel like locals. The close distance to everything made us avoid using the subway or bus, since we were walking all the time, and it was really close to Plaza Sol and Gran Via. Needless to say that for "Bares & Tapas" Madrid has everything to offer, nevertheless the room was really quiet, so much that you barely hear the neighbors with the windows open. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely recomend this place!