The apartment was beautifully appointed and updated. The host met us on time and explained everything in the apartment. The descriptions and photos matched the apartment perfectly. Our only issue was the noise as there is very active night life in the area. I recommend making sure you close all the wooden shutter-doors and bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper/early-to-bedder! Location is fabulous though in the sense that it is so centrally located. I walked everywhere. Palacio Real, museums, Retiro, Plaza Santa Ana, Plaza Mayor, Plaza Sol and great shopping streets are all within 15 minute walk. Great restaurants and grocery stores close by--our favorite was Cafe de la Luz.