Sylvia's place is an excellent place from where you can experience and enjoy Madrid. It is conveniently located, just a few steps from the El Retiro park, walking distance from most key sites of the city, short and easy access to public transportation, etc. Most enjoyable is that it in the heart of a residential neighborhood with an intense social life and with all basic conveniences within 500 yards of the buildings door: markets, stores, coffee shops, restaurants, pharmacies, etc. You are to be sure immersed in a lively Madrid community with friendly neighbors and in a safe locations. I will surely return on my next trip to Madrid.