Benito is a wonderful host. He had toast ready for me when I got to his place after traveling early from Barcelona! My first night in Madrid, I got a bit sick and he made me a sandwich and coffee as I decided to stay in to feel better. Very welcoming and giving of his home. Wonderful home, host and right in the middle of center of Madrid. You really don't need the metro to get around Madrid. If you are up for walking, it's a very walkable city! I loved my walk through the Buen Retiro Park on Saturday morning. If you want amazing tapas of all kinds- go to San Miguel Mercardo and to Taste Gallery had amazing tapas ( to the right of the entrance to San Miguel). I would love to come back again!