Our flight was more than an hour late, but we texted with Natalia and five minutes after arriving at the building we were met by Esperanza, her mother-in-law. She spoke very little English and we speak very little Spanish, but through French, we were able to communicate. She was warm and charming and spent a long time with us, making us very comfortable in the apartment. Also making us comfortable was the lovely platter of fresh fruit Natalia had left for us.

The apartment is in a wonderful neighborhood, just down the street from the cafe-full Alameda de Hercules and an interesting 15 minute or so walk from the cathedral. It's a very nice building and though the street is lively, the apartment is very quiet.

It's nicely furnished and very comfortable, with an enclosed little patio where you can dry clothes or take breakfast. We liked it very much.