Raul's place is a perfect place for a couple to stay in Madrid! This was my first experience booking a place through Airbnb, and it couldn't have been more positive. My boyfriend and I stayed at Raul's place for four nights, and we loved his place. I lived in Madrid for two years about 9 years ago, but Conor had never been to Spain. I chose Raul's place based on the location, which is ideal for exploring the city.

La Latina is in the only city, and is within walking distance to the major tourist sites - Sol, Plaza Mayor, Plaza de Santa Ana, Huertas, el Palacio Real, the Prado, the Reina Sofia Museum, the Thyssen Museum, and Retiro Park.

Ideally, while the apartment is close to lots of sights, it is also located away from throngs of tourists. La Latina has some of the best food in Madrid (such as along Calle Cava Baja). On Sundays, when you step out of the apartment, you'll step into the middle of the Rastro; after the Rastro, you're close to one of the best experiences in Madrid - daytime drinking vermouth and cerveza around La Plaza del Humilladero and Plaza de la Paja.

La Latina is right next to Lavapies, and we were lucky to stay here during the Tapapies event, where over 80 bars and two large markets (including Mercado de San Fernando and Mercado de Anton Martin) were offering a signature tapa and a beer for 2.50 euros. The apartment is near the La Latina Metro stop (on the 5 line) and the Tirso de Molina stop (on the 1). Tirso de Molina was closed when we stayed, but this did not create any issues for us in terms of getting around! And Chueca and Malasana are only a mile walk, or a short trip on the 5 line via the metro.

The apartment was extremely clean and welcoming. It's small, but we're from New York, and for us it was the perfect size for a couple. Although La Latina has a lot going on at times (especially on Sundays with the Rastro), the apartment is located in a quiet interior courtyard. I'm a light sleeper and slept like a log. The bed was extremely comfortable, as were the pillows. Raul provides plenty of towels and linens, as well as dishes and flatware. We didn't need the AC or heat, but the apartment has both.

Finally, Raul is an incredibly accommodating host. He waited for us by the subway stop (although we decided last minute to take a taxi - sorry for the confusion Raul!), and he even graciously gave us a lift to Barajas airport for our departure flight, even though that meant picking us up at 6:30 in the morning. Raul gave us some great recommendations - thanks again for recommending Tapapies!

I would highly recommend staying here. Thanks again Raul!