Javier’s apartment is clean and in an ideal location. Javier himself was a great host and responded quickly to our communications. The beds and couch-bed were comfortable and the courtyard let beautiful natural light in. The neighborhood is filled with great restaurants and shops. It wasn’t touristy, and felt like the place to be for food and drinks for real Madrid residents. We loved the proximity to El Retiro, too. I hope to stay here the next time we’re in Madrid!