Esther’s place is a little far away from the hustle and bustle of central Madrid but if you’re looking to experience staying in a quiet neighborhood where you’ll find more locals than tourists than this is the place for you. You can also get your steps in for the day since the nearest metro stop is a 10-minute walk (Line 3: Hospital 12 de Octubre) and then it’s just a 15-minute ride to Plaza del Sol. Another plus is that there is a supermarket (Mercadona) just up the street that has everything you need. Overall, the apartment itself is brand new, clean, and cozy. I would definitely stay here again.