Location:
-numerous food/drink options, seemingly amongst local Spaniards with a few foreigners mixed in for good measure
-snug between retiro park and plaza mayor
-convenient metro (3 min) and train stations (10 min) on foot
-45 min (2 transfers) from airport for 5€
Apartment:
-studio estimated 500-600 sq ft, 2 story with elevator
-hot water good stream shower went cool at 5 min
-heater available
-bread, fruit, coffee maker, map, blow dryer... Most essentials
-tap water tasted good to us
-bed comfortable
-fairly quiet hood
Logistics:
-Alejo responded to questions by email not instantly but in adequate time
-soiled paper to be deposited in trash can
-specific instructions for getting in not provided... Was greeted by a 3rd party who provided basic info
Take home: positive experience