I was worried about finding a place large enough to host a big group but Emilio's apartment made my concerns disappear. Emilio's place not only gave our group the opportunity to stay together but also provided us the privacy and space we wanted on our long European trip. Each bedroom was a great size and equipped with a large, comfortable bed, free standing closet, bed side tables and full length mirrors, making the debate about who would take what room easier than normal. Similarly, all 4 bathrooms had amazing showers, hair dryers, soaps and towels. Having a washer/dryer was greatly welcomed as we had been traveling for awhile before stopping in Madrid, and even more importantly, having a well functioning AC was a lifesaver given the heat wave we found ourselves in. On top of everything, the apartment was in an authentic, safe and interesting neighborhood. We could easily swing by the grocery store, pop in a restaurant or walk to other parts of the city.
Apartment aside, Emilio was a responsive and helpful host. From the moment of booking, he was there to answer any questions and made checking in and out a breeze. He also provided recommendations for everything from breakfast to tapas to clubbing. Little touches like this as well as leaving wine and coffee in the kitchen did not go unnoticed and were much appreciated by our group. I would highly recommend Emilio's place to anyone traveling to Madrid!