Home to stately buildings, tree-lined streets and some of the best shopping and dining in Madrid, swanky Salamanca is a pretty impressive neighbourhood to call home. Museums, metro stops, galleries and the gorgeous Parque de El Retiro are all within easy reach of this modern apartment, which is smack dab in the heart of this lively area.

Inside, this contemporary pad has everything you need to make yourself at home after a day filled with shopping and sightseeing in the Spanish sun. Kick back on the cosy sectional sofa with a glass of Cava and rest weary legs, or head straight to the stylish bedroom for some well-deserved shut-eye. Although it's small, the innovative design makes the most of the space – a small desk is tucked into the bookshelf, built-in appliances in the kitchen keep everything sleek and tidy and the coffee table can become a four-seater dining table if needed. Every room is filled with light and features vibrant artwork, white-washed walls and minimal decor – we think it's the perfect blend of comfort and style.

Home truths:
*One guest will sleep on the sofa bed in the living room *As it's a central locale, noise is to be expected – the windows have soundproofing, but just in case *This home is in an apartment building, so it doesn't have a private entrance *No parking is provided, but you won't need a car in Madrid – instead of driving, explore on foot or take the metro