In the historic centre of Madrid, this pristine apartment puts you within striking distance of the main plazas and shopping streets of the Spanish capital. The famous Plaza Mayor is a seven-minute walk, considered the beating heart of Madrid and Opera Square is five minutes away on foot. In the surrounding streets, you’ve got myriad tapas joints, wine bars and fine-dining restaurants to fill your evenings.

This apartment’s historic building is in keeping with its pretty surroundings. An avant-garde-style entrance hall greets you on arrival and just beyond this, the living room is big and bright, courtesy of classic-style windows. There’s dining for the whole group around the antique oak table and the living area is decked out with all mod cons, including a PS4, for evenings in. Should you need to work remotely, the dedicated office room has video calls covered.

Home truths:
* Two of the bedrooms don't have windows so they lack natural light, but this is ideal for those that like a dark sleep
* The entrance to one of the bedrooms is through the kitchen
* One of the rooms has a bunk bed designed for children – please keep that in mind if your party is all adults
* At maximum occupancy, the eleventh person will be sleeping on a pull-out bed in the study
*Your host can provide a cot and high chair for infants, just ask
*There is no parking with this apartment but you're in the heart of Madrid and a car is not necessary