Shifting Gears
6 guests
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2 bedrooms, 3 beds
1 bathroom
543 sq/ft
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Shifting Gears has clearly been designed by someone with an eye for interiors. Even though the footprint is pretty small, the space has been manipulated cleverly to make it feel much bigger. Some of the design is more what you’d expect to find in Copenhagen than in Madrid (the wall-mounted bike feels like a particular candidate for an Instagram post). There’s even a balcony, which although too small for socialising, has a lovely view out over La Latina.
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What to expect
Highlights
Glass doors and wooden frames
The bike on the wall
Sets of Edison bulbs
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Home truths
You'll have to go up sixty-five steps to reach the front door
The living room doesn't have any windows of it's own – it gets light through the glass walls of the bedroom
If the glass walls leave you feeling a bit exposed, there are curtains to provide some privacy
Two people can sleep on a sofa bed in the living room
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Balcony
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 3 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
Arranged by your host • Subject to availability
VIP services
Daily cleaning
Local guide
About Lavapiés
Like many neighbourhoods on the rise, Lavapiés proudly displays its rough edges. The Times Magazine has recently included it in the 50 best neighbourhoods to live in the world, and it’s not hard to understand its appeal. It’s a melting pot of cultures, bravely experimenting with international influences. Lavapiés is full of contrast — some streets have already embraced a more luxurious vibe with chic boutiques and fusion restaurants popping up every month, while others are still filled with artistic squats and street vendors. It’s the ultimate antidote to boredom.
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Walk under Puerta de Toledo
A flamboyant granite structure erected during Napoleon's tule in 1812. Each of ornate the statues represents a different military victory.
Hang out with cool cats at La Gatoteca
The first cat café to open in Madrid, La Gatoteca is one for cat lovers. Spend an entire afternoon enjoying a coffee while meeting other like-minded cat lovers from around the world.
Mingle with like-minded foodies at San Miguel market
Originally built in 1916, this market encapsulates the contemporary essence of all the types of Spanish cuisine–and with over 10 million visitors a year, it's a real gastronomic hub.
Dine at the iconic Casa Lucio
This nineteenth-century Spanish tavern-style restaurant has a lively atmosphere, which makes it popular with tourists. Make sure you book a table and try the famous Huevos Rotos!
Visit San Francsico el Grande church
A gorgeous basilica that features canvases from artists such as Goya and Zúbaran, as well as one of the largest domes in the world.
Dine and drink with great views at El Viajero
One of Madrid's most popular summer hangouts with a shabby chic vibe, El Viajero offer fantastic tapas and great space for a beer in the sun.
Enjoy the sunset at Las Vistillas Gardens
The people of Madrid use this charming green space in the summer to relax and picnic on its terraces.
Buy fresh produce at San Fernando market
Since it's opening in 1944, San Fernando market has become a very unique urban space. It's one of the five biggest markets in Madrid's Centro district, so make sure you check it out.
Experience the amazing vibe at La Musa Latina
La Musa Latina's lounge bar on the ground floor is a good place to sip a cocktail and chat with friends in a chilled out atmosphere.
Grab an early table at Juana La Loca
A charming tapas bar in La Latina, well known in the area for their famous and unmistakable pincho of tortilla de patata with onion confit. Come early to avoid the queue.
Sample authentic tapas at Los Huevos de Lucio
Small but always packed, Los Huevos de Lucio is a great choice for traditional Spanish tapas–a true gem of Madrid's gastronomic scene.
Get around
Airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas
1 hr 4 min
Valencia
3 hr 43 min
Bilbao
4 hr 23 min
Subway station
Puerta de Toledo
5 min
Train station
Pirámides
12 min
Bus stop
Toledo - Humilladero
1 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
1 min
Cafe
2 min
Pharmacy
2 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Pets welcome
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 11:00
On floor 3, steps only
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
5
days
Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.
Host
This home is managed by David
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. David spends half of his time in Madrid and half of it in Tel Aviv, so when he’s not in Spain he rents out his flat. Of course, this means you might not get to meet him personally, but he has a couple of people who will organise everything for you.
Registration or licence number: Exempt.
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