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With the stunning green expanse of Retiro only a few blocks away and Madrid's most famous designer boutiques around the corner, Sol Invictus will set you up to see the best of the city straight away. This home has a fairytale air about it, courtesy of the golden details and antique imagery. The transparent doors between the bedrooms and the living room help the natural light get through, but they also mean that there isn't much privacy – maybe not the best option for a business trip. But for a group of friends or a family, it's a great, comfortable stay.
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What to expect
Highlights
The vibrant wallpapers
A fantastic location in Salamanca
The chic dining area
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Home truths
The communal areas and the kitchen don't get a lot of natural light
At the moment, the host only provides one pillow per person
There are several steps leading to the elevator – those with limited mobility or heavy suitcases beware
The only parking available around here is public, and therefore payable
Aside from a TV with local channels, this home doesn't have a lot of entertainment options
About this stay
Amenities
Desk
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Washing machine
Balcony / patio
Lift access
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 4 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
24/7 concierge
Additional fees
There may be some extra fees to pay here, such as charges for utilities, final cleaning fees, city tax and security deposits – all of which you may need to pay in cash to the homeowner. Please reach out during the booking process to confirm.
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Salamanca
Salamanca is Madrid’s most glamorous and prestigious quarter. Usually associated with aristocratic façades, wide avenues, and luxurious living (atypical for Madrid’s cosy centre), the neighbourhood attracts domestic and international elite. It’s also home to many embassies and private schools, as well as niche museums and designer boutiques along its ‘Golden Mile’. The demanding clientele has made the food scene equally exclusive, but while you’re likely to find quite a few Michelin-star restaurants in the area, there are lots of relaxed tapas bars for those less willing to splash the cash.
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Mix and Match at the Cereal Hunters Café
These childhood-rekindling cafes that offer a variety of cereals, as well as pop tarts and other naughty breakfasts, have been taking over the Spanish capital by storm.
Catch a show at Nuevo Teatro Alcalá
An avid musical lover will love Nuevo Teatro Alcalá—home to some of the most ambitious productions in Madrid, it will give you a great opportunity to brush up on your Spanish.
Taste Galicia at Saraiba
A popular local hangout, Saraiba offers a superb dining experience inspired by Galician food — the wine selection is pretty impressive too.
Enjoy good food and conversation at Ultramarinos Quintin
Quentin is described as the perfect mixture of authentic, gourmet and yet relaxed dining. It's part market, part restaurant, and part bar. Pro tip–their pan con tomate is amazing.
Feast at Horno de Juan
A true traditional restaurant that has perfected the art of roasting with the help of its impressively large clay oven.
Explore connections with the Middle East at Casa Árabe
With movies, exhibitions, events, and seminars, Casa Árabe offers a broad variety of activities for those interested in broadening their cultural horizon.
Delight yourself with Mediterranean and Lebanese fusion cuisine.
specialized in Mediterranean cuisine with Lebanese influence, and being the first European chain of these characteristics.
Dine the Asturias way at El Paraguas
One of Salamanca's most famous restaurants, El Paraguas cooks up the best of Asturian cuisine, accompanied by a fantastic wine and champagne selection.
Eat Mexican food in style at La Lupita
If you want to exchange tapas for enchiladas and tacos La Lupita is the place to go.
Hit the luxury fashion stores of Calle Serrano
Calle Serrano is full of high-end boutiques and runway-inspired fashion, a perfect luxury shopping destination.
Wine and dine at El Escondite de Villanueva
Breakfast, brunch, dinner, take your pick–El Escondite de Villanueva is always a great place if you're on the hunt for tasty food.
Get around
Airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas
51 min
Subway station
Velázquez
2 min
Train station
Recoletos
13 min
Bus stop
Goya-Príncipe de Vergara
1 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
1 min
Cafe
3 min
Pharmacy
4 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 15:00
Departure before 11:00
On floor 6, has a lift
Air con
Wifi speed: 101Mbps
Cancellation policy
Up until
24
hours
Cancel at least 24 hours before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 24 hours away.
Host
This home is managed by Ghali
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. This enthusiastic team hail from all over the world and have a love of travel. They have an amazing portfolio of homes across Spain and look after their guests with great care.
Registration or licence number: VT-7483.
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