This is one of my all time favorite Airbnb’s.
Firstly the space. Nicely layed out, clean, bright, very comfortable with all the amenities. (I was able to do laundry and the internet was fast and reliable...)
The living room was a great space to hang out and retreat from the heat of the Madrid summer.
Regarding the neighborhood— Malasaña is a wonderful area to stay and one of the hippest most energetic areas in Madrid. There are ton of lovely restaurants, bars and shops within a stones throw of the apartment. (There are also some excellent, authentic Chinese restaurants in the immediate area too when we needed a little break from all the wonderful Spanish food.)
The apartment is an easy and pleasant walk to all the central areas too—Puerta del Sol (10 minutes), Chueca (10 minute), the Prado (25 minutes) etc.
(Note: The fourth floor apartment was quiet at night so we were able to retreat from the bustle.)
Maria and her partner Jesus were some of the kindest and most helpful hosts I’ve encountered. Were we met in our apartment with a case of ice cold beers and Jesus met me and showed us around the area with all kinds of excellent recommendations for places in the neighborhood to eat and drink. Jesus also was a great consultant/guide quickly answering all my little questions over WhatsApp through course of our stay.
Do not miss this one!