We had a wonderful and fabulous time in Madrid! A big part of our positive and memorable experiences rested on where we stayed. We really enjoyed the central location at the SE corner of Malasaña, SW corner of Chueca, and just north of the lively and bustling vibe of La Gran Via...though just off this boulevard enough to not know it's there if you walk north to the fun neighborhoods mentioned...which offer fun, laid-back wine bars, cafes, eateries, tapas joints, charming cocktail lounges, dance clubs, art galleries, open plazas filled with hip, vivacious locals, and even a shoe cobbler for when your ankle boots need a new heel support added. 😀 😉
The noise at 2:30am every early morning from the recycle trucks just under the bedroom window was something to reckon with...at least on the nights we wanted to sleep at that time. 😄🙃🌛⚡️ We live in the middle of San Francisco and understand city services have to operate in a city. Still, potential guests should be aware of this fact and reality up-front. Odds are, if you are not out gallivanting in the warm night air with a bottle of Rioja or dancing in a club...you will hear the trucks and recycling getting picked up at 2:30am. Buenos tiempos! 🎉🎶🌷🦄
Though we slept great in the bed, the bathroom and shower were ample, air conditioning worked well, check-in and checkbout were seamless, and the apartment is was essentially as pictured.
If you want to really experience Madrid and its culture, people, food, wine, art, bars, cafes, and mix more with young and interesting Madrileños/Madrileñas...stay here or in this area and you will discover much right outside the door. Just don't plan to go to sleep until after 2:30am. Few do anyway. 🍷🥂🎶