We knew from Alfonso's posting that the apartment's location would be convenient for access to shopping, restaurants and public transportation. We also found that it was well-located for walking to the north-side trendy neighborhoods. In fact, if you're willing to walk, it's only about a twenty-minute walk to the main art museums across town, and it's a fun walk. If you're visiting in warm weather, be sure to allow enough time before sunset to sit on the balcony and enjoy the spectacular views of the royal palace to the southwest and the sunset.
Alfonso was extremely friendly, answering our questions before we arrived and communicating with us as soon as we told him we had arrived at the airport. He met us downstairs at the entrance of the building and showed us the apartment, patiently explaining how everything worked, answering our additional questions about where to grocery shop and leaving clear instructions on what to do on our day of departure.