Paula's apartment is wonderfully located just 10 minutes from the Prado AND the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. The latter is much less well-known than the Prado, but I encourage visitors to check it out. It is an exquisite gem of a collection, covering all periods from Renaissance to Modern, and with stunning paintings from every period. I think it's only because this museum is just a few blocks from the Prado that it isn't on everyone's "must visit" list. PLUS, it is so mellow and peaceful compared to the Prado! I often had full rooms of masterpieces entirely to myself to relish, complete with benches in every room to relax on. AND, a wonderful museum shop. Meanwhile, Paula's apt was great -- perfectly clean, with nice little amenities like rolled up towels in the bathroom, a brand-new laundry machine, and a dish-washer. The view is GREAT! Yes, it's slightly a pain to walk up 3 flights of stairs to get there, but it was well worth it for the view! (And I lost a few pounds in doing so!) Paula is a very attentive and caring hostess, and check-in arrangements were perfect.