Ale is a friendly host hellbent on making your trip in Madrid great. Prior to arrival, he’s prepared a list of things you have to be careful about and a map for you to explore Madrid. The apartment may not be centrally located but is very close to several metro stations. Decor, tasteful with access to kitchen and the balcony - awesome! The biggest plus to me is the neighbourhood which is where the locals live. There are a selection of local eateries that I frequented during my sojourn there - they are atmospheric and flocked by locals. Honestly, I love the vibe so much and I’m sure you will. BUT, one thing to be mindful of would be the fact that this household has a cat. If you are not a cat lover/person or someone who is not good at interacting with animals, I will definitely invite you to think twice about staying with Ale. Also, there isn’t an opaque curtain in the room, which may poses challenges to someone who needs complete darkness while sleeping.