We very much enjoyed our week long stay at Ale’s Place. The apartment is much larger than it appears in pictures. It is huge by EU apartment standards. It is located on a busy street, which we found fun because we could observe and hear the hustle and bustle on the street out front, but it was completely quiet in the bedrooms. The furnishings were comfortable and plentiful, with a fully equipped kitchen, a great bathroom, massive living room and dining room and very large TV that had Netflix. It is very clean and secure. We loved being on the edge of La Latina where all the conveniences and great eating were right nearby yet it feels genuinely local, not touristy. We could walk to just about everywhere we wanted, including the major museums, shopping areas, traditional markets, restaurants, entertainment and parks within 20 minutes. Cab stand is right nearby as is the La Latina metro station. Really an outstanding location.
Because the apartment is normally occupied by the owners, all of their personal effects are evident, like clothes, food etc. The experience was like staying over at a friend’s house while they are out of town. This made us feel relaxed and comfortable but it may not be for everybody. If you are looking for a more sanitized, impersonal and anonymous kind of experience, like many “investment style” Airbnb’s can be, this one is not for you. If you like feeling like you are living with and like a local, then it may be perfect for you. We would definitely consider returning to Ale’s place when we return to Madrid.