Staying in Paula's apartment was without doubt the best experience we have had with Airbnb.
A few days before we arrived Paula forwarded an information pack outlining all the relevant details about the apartment, its location and a lot of useful insider tips about the neighbourhood and Madrid. This immediately created a good vibe and allowed us to plan ahead while making our arrival a lot smoother.
Paula could not be there to meet us so Ruben was on hand as our host. He's a friendly guy, who was on hand if we needed him and again he shared lot of local tips.
The apartment is spacious, bright ,clean and very comfortable. It's got a relaxed arty feel with a personal touch and a well stocked bookshelf. Everything works as it should, a fine kitchen and shower and the bed was excellent. Two of the bedrooms have small balconies which are great for people watching or sun worshipping.
Paula's apartment was more than just a base to drop our bags while in Madrid. We really did feel at home and looked forward to returning there each night after touring Madrid. The metro is just around the corner too.
If you go to Madrid and want the real deal, stay here in La Latina. Thank You Paula and Thank You Ruben. We hope to come back