Location is the main advantage of this listing. Its location in Malasana is within a 5 minute walk to the metro. The area itself is within walking distance to many restaurants and shop. It is also 2 or 3 Metro stops away from the main roads, Puerto del Sol and Gran Via. Charo is very helpful and friendly. In fact, she is a warm lady. She. welcomed me when I arrived. This is a private room within her home which she shares with a male companion. He has a loud voice and quite an imposing personality. So long as you are able to accept the situation, then it should not be a serious concern. We managed our stay tho since we were at the apartment only in the evenings.