This bright and colourful home boasts high-quality materials, bursts of colour in all the right places and plenty of space to play around with. Your hosts have expertly created a place that feels like home without compromising on contemporary design. We loved the funky patterned rugs and stylish furnishings. The sleek, no-fuss kitchen is equipped for light breakfasts or quick lunches – the perfect setup for adventurous types who are always on the go. When you’re ready and raring to explore, Madrid’s best bits are within easy reach of your doorstep. It’s a ten-minute walk to the leafy El Retiro Park and a little over five to the famous Gran Vía, where shops, theatres, bars and restaurants await. For trips further afield, the Chueca metro station is just 400 metres down the road.

Home truths:
*Child-friendly amenities such as a cot, high chair and dinnerware are available upon request
*There are lockers in the building’s reception area for luggage storage before and after check-in
*The reception desk is open from 9am to 6pm with a break for lunch
*This is a ground floor, wheelchair-friendly apartment
*This home has self-check-in with a lockbox
*The kitchen is more of a kitchenette – you'll be able to make coffee and simple meals, but not elaborate ones
*Breakfast can be booked daily for an additional fee
*Your host can arrange add-on services such as hairdressing, a physiotherapist, a Shiatsu massage and a museum and tourist guide