Sitting in the popular Chueca neighbourhood, this bright studio apartment is in an excellent location to explore the Spanish capital. Close to lots of shops, restaurants and cultural institutions, it’s a great option if you’re in Madrid to experience some of the vibrant city life.

This home may be on the small side, but it certainly packs a punch. With a sleek kitchen and hotel-style bedroom, all your needs are taken care of. Your hosts have decorated it minimally but with a stylish hand – the highlight for us is the Scandi-inspired dining set. Look forward to retiring to the tucked-away bedroom nook after a busy day of landmark-hopping.

And speaking of landmarks, you won't have to travel far to see Barcelona's best. The beautifully-manicured El Retiro Park, complete with a rose garden and boating lake, is just a leisurely fifteen-minute stroll away. Walk through the triumphal Puerta de Alcalá to enter and enjoy a lazy afternoon in the gardens. From here, the world-famous Prado is within easy reach. Marvel at some of the country's best-known artworks before finding a traditional tapas bar nearby to while away the evening.

Home truths:
*This apartment is located in a building with a concierge
*This home has step-free access, so it is suitable for wheelchair users (the elevator comfortably fits a pram or wheelchair)
*At the time of check-out, please leave the keys on the table in the living room and close the door
*This home sleeps three guests, but one of them will be on a sofa bed (which is right next to the double bed)
*As there are no windows in the bathroom, there’s no natural ventilation