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With the Royal Palace and Teatro Real right around the corner, there's no denying that this apartment is smack-dab in the heart of Madrid. Stroll down Calle de Bailén and admire the historic architecture and landmarks (three minutes away), people-watch in bustling Plaza Mayor (a five-minute walk), sample Spanish cuisine at Mercado de San Miguel (also five minutes on foot) or enjoy an afternoon picnic in Casa de Campo (walkable in twenty). The city is yours to discover from this central spot, so you'll never be shy of an adventure or two. This bright apartment has a lot to offer besides its excellent location. The fully-stocked kitchen makes whipping up homecooked meals easy, while the cushy blue sofas are ideal for resting weary feet. Pick up a bottle of Rioja from the market and share it around the table alongside a delicious dinner and good conversation. There's also a desk if you need to catch up on those work emails, plus sleek bathrooms and cosy bedrooms so everyone will have their own space to retreat to after a busy day.
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What to expect
Highlights
Stay in the historic heart of Madrid, just a few minutes' walk from the Royal Palace
Explore the city with ease from this central spot – Plaza Mayor is a five-minute stroll away
Lounge on the soft blue sofas after a long day on your feet
Rustle up tapas in the sleek kitchen and dine around the table
Get down to business at the desk, ideal if you need to work from home
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Home truths
Please note that all the beds here are singles, but they may be able to link together to create a double bed
This apartment is in a central spot, so it may get noisy
No parking is provided, but a car isn't necessary in Madrid – Ópera station is only a few minutes away on foot
This flat is in an apartment building with a shared entrance
About this stay
Amenities
Desk / workplace
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Dryer
Lift access
TV
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 6 beds
3 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Daily cleaning
Additional fees
While a complementary set of luxury toiletries is provided, you can request additional packs for €6.05
Your host can arrange extra cleaning services for you here – it’ll cost €55 per week
Your host offers bed linen and towel changes for an additional €15
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Opera y Palacio Real
The small neighbourhood of Opera y Palacio Real sits next to the Royal Palace and its grand squares with manicured gardens. It’s also home to El Teatro Royal, the grand opera house. This part of town has an abundance of space and is far less busy than other parts of central Madrid – the calmness of the area makes it popular with families. You’ll find high-end local shops to peruse, as well as excellent restaurants, in this refined and sedate neighbourhood.
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Dine in a former convent at Café de Oriente
Located in the vaulted basement of the former San Gil convent, this unique restaurant serves traditional Spanish food. You can also dine upstairs in the cafe with palace views.
See a show at Madrid’s opera house at Teatro Real
Founded in 1818, this unique European opera house puts on productions with famous names from at home and abroad. Come and see what's on!
Walk around Plaza de Oriente
This pretty square connects the Royal Theatre with the Royal Palace.
Meet at the cafe La Ciudad Invisible
This café and bookstore is a great place to bond with fellow travellers. They organise events and conferences about traveling, as well as social and cultural activities.
Dine the 'Madrileño' way at La Bola
Locally recommended, La Bola is a typical Spanish restaurant that has had its doors open for more than 150 years.
Visie the historical Royal Monastery of the Incarnation
The Royal Monastery of the Incarnation was founded in 1611 by Queen Margarita, as a convent for nuns. Today it houses a lot of interesting artwork and relics.
Get up close with the royals at Palacio Real
The official residence of the Spanish Royal Family, now mostly used for formal ceremonies. Stunning, and open to the public most days.
One of the last temples to Blues music in the city
It is a small underground bar, one of those brick caverns so typical of the city, with a cosy atmosphere and guaranteed spectacle thanks to some magnificent jams and solos.
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.
Galician gastronomy
Since 1915, this restaurant-bar has been at the service of Galician people - and of everybody else- and represents an unavoidable cultural reference in the capital.
Dine at El Buey
This old traditional restaurant offers traditional Spanish dishes with a particular emphasis on beef.
Listen to underground music at Cafe Berlin
This typical underground concert hall is a great spot to find live bands and a guaranteed great atmosphere in the centre of Madrid.
Get your avo toast at La Rollerie
A locally recommended brunch café with a beautiful interior. La Rollerie has a good variety of breakfasts and an outside terrace for those want their eggs al fresco.
Indulge in churros at San Ginés
Churros in Madrid are almost compulsory. We recommend San Ginés, one of the oldest chocolate shops in the city.
Inmerse yourself in the history and flavors of cafe Varela
CAFÉ VARELA, is one of the famous and historic cafés of Madrid at the end of the 19th and 20th centuries. For its tables have passed the most illustrious and varied characters of the social lifeof mad
Get around
Airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas
1 hr 3 min
Subway station
Opera
3 min
Train station
Príncipe Pío
16 min
Bus stop
Ópera
3 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
2 min
Cafe
2 min
Pharmacy
1 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 11:00
Has a lift
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Ben
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Ben and his team are dedicated to bringing you the best. They collaborate with owners in cities throughout to world to ensure an unforgettable stay, no matter the location.
Registration or licence number: VT-3958.
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