The apartment is near everything you gonna visit. We did not use the metro or taxi. The area is a mix of alternative and cool bars and restaurants and also very close to Gran Via and Fuencarral street. There you will find the best shops. The building is old like everything else in the area, but the apartment is bright, new, clean and has a good size. The bed, sheets , pillows and towels are great quality. Nuria was really helpfull and respond all ours questions by whatsup or email. We were very happy with the experience.