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Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the aparthotel, units have bed linen and towels.

Great location and a very cosy, comfortable and well-equipped apartment close to the heart of Madrid. The owners were very responsive and the keyless entrance made the stay even more comfortable.

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9.3
Wonderful
1,429 reviews
Price from
$179
per night

Some units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, washing machine and a kettle, as well as a fully equipped kitchen. At the apartment complex, every unit comes with a private bathroom.

Sightseeing tours are available around the property. The apartment has a sun terrace and a seasonal outdoor pool.

really nice apartment with very comfortable beds. it was very clean and the location is so convenient for exploring the city. everything seemed new and the design of the apartment was really nice. the kitchen is super equipped with everything you might need.

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9.2
Wonderful
1,052 reviews
Price from
$218
per night

The units at the apartment complex come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. A dishwasher, an oven and microwave are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Large apartment, well equipped, centrally located, modern decoration, comfortable beds, strong A/C, great host, did well and beyond to accommodate our special needs for early checkin and post checkout luggage watch. Offered help with transportation. Was really a great stay!

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9.1
Wonderful
1,933 reviews
Price from
$183
per night

The units come with tiled floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. A fridge, an oven and stovetop are also featured, as well as a kettle and a coffee machine.

it was very modern and clean. what set it apart was the exceptional hospitality of each one of the desk clerks,particularly Jose, who helped us purchase train tickets as we were experiencing difficulties with the Renfe website.

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9
Wonderful
2,736 reviews
Price from
$194
per night

Featuring a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, each unit also comes with a satellite flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, wardrobe and a seating area with a sofa. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the apartment complex also have free WiFi, while some rooms also offer a balcony. At the apartment complex, the units include bed linen and towels.

Everything was absolutely amazing! The check-in process is all online (a big yes for introverts :)) the room key is also virtual (love the technology!) The apartment is very clean and well furnished. The bathrooms are spacious and very clean. Soaps and shampoos provided are from Rituals (love the pampering!)

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9.1
Wonderful
1,354 reviews
Price from
$267
per night

Each apartment comes with a living room with a sofa and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is a well-fitted kitchen with a dishwasher, a washing machine, microwave, toaster and coffee and tea facilities. One or two private bathrooms with shower are featured.

The location was very convenient close to main attractions. The property was clean with all amenities.

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9
Wonderful
1,705 reviews
Price from
$268
per night

All self-catered units feature parquet floors and are fitted with a cable flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box, an equipped kitchen with a stovetop, and a private bathroom with shower. At the apartment complex, all units are soundproof. At the apartment complex, all units include bed linen and towels.

I really enjoyed my stay, comfortable spacious room with balcony and nice view. Many thanks to staff for being helpful and accommodating The room was ready earlier than I expected. So I didn’t have to wait.

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9
Wonderful
3,506 reviews
Price from
$136
per night

Set in Madrid, 700 metres from Reina Sofia Museum and 1 km from Atocha Train Station, Amor de Dios 17 Luxury Suites offers accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden. It is situated 1.2 km from Mercado San Miguel and features a lift. The property is 800 metres from the city centre and 1.1 km from Plaza Mayor.

Great location, really lovely room/suite. The staff/owners were really nice.

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9
Wonderful
1,093 reviews
Price from
$166
per night

Each unit is fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a seating area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. A microwave, a fridge and oven are also featured, as well as a kettle and a coffee machine. Some units have a terrace offering views of Parque del Oeste or Plaza España and the south of Madrid.

We highly recommend this place. Building is located very close to the plaza de espana and royal castle. It takes 3-5 min to get there. In 6 min distance is located royal park and park with templo de debod. Location is great. The reception works round the clock and they are very helpful.

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9.2
Wonderful
1,729 reviews
Price from
$182
per night

At the aparthotel, every unit is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the aparthotel, each unit is fitted with air conditioning and a safety deposit box.

Very centrally located and a very short walk from Gran Via station, which made it very easy to get around Madrid via public transport. You could easily walk to many places and it was very close to Gran Via popular shopping area. Room was really clean and spacious with fully functioning kitchen. Highly recommend.

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Wonderful
2,631 reviews
Price from
$165
per night

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  • Apartosuites Jardines de Sabatini
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,297 reviews

    Across from Madrid’s Royal Palace, these design suites include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen satellite TV and a well-equipped kitchenette.

    Amazing location, the rooms where very clean and spacious

  • Blume Cruz Suites
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,172 reviews

    These traditional restored apartments are set in the most authentic area of old Madrid, only a few yards from Puerta del Sol.

    Great central location. Very friendly helpful staff

  • numa I Script
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,314 reviews

    This modern guest house is located in central Madrid, next to the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. It offers stylish, air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen cable TV.

    very clean, modern and comfortable. location excellent.

  • Suite Prado
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,109 reviews

    This hotel enjoys a very central location in the city, next to the Teatro Español and Madrid’s golden triangle of art: the Prado, Thyssen and Reina Sofia museums.

    Attic in absolutely perfect location in the center

  • Sercotel Togumar
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,676 reviews

    A 2-minute walk from Prosperidad Metro Station, Sercotel Togumar is 2461 feet from the National Auditorium and a 15-minute walk from the Santiago Bernabeu Football Stadium. Free WiFi is available.

    Thé room is spacious with a kitchen and a huge bed

  • Líbere Madrid Chamberí
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 346 reviews

    Located in Madrid’s charming Chamberi district, this modern aparthotel is just 10 minutes by Metro from Puerta del Sol and Gran Vía. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV.

    Top Lage, easy Check in und Check out, Sauberkeit.

  • Smartr Madrid Gran Via 47
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 7,252 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Madrid City Center district of Madrid, Smartr Madrid Gran Via 47 is a 7-minute walk from Gran Via Station Metro Station.

    Location.. Very clean.. Confortable.. Very welcoming staff

  • Madrid Airport Suites, Affiliated by Meliá
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,350 reviews

    Madrid Airport Suites, Affiliated by Meliá is located in San Blas District, 5 minutes’ drive from Madrid’s Barajas Airport and 10 minutes´ drive from IFEMA Convention Center.

    The airport shuttle and breakfast/dinner options.

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  • Cotrades 3 En San Blas-Canillejas
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 6 reviews

    Cotrades 3 En San Blas-Canillejas is located in Madrid, just 6.3 miles from Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and 6.4 miles from Retiro Park.

  • Portalegre
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 165 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Carabanchel district of Madrid, Portalegre is 2.8 miles from Atocha Train Station.

    Bed was comfortable. Near metro. Good AC. Good value.

  • Compostela Suites
    Budget options available
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,308 reviews

    Compostela Suites offers accommodations 3.1 mi away from IFEMA Conference Center and Barajas Airport and an outdoor seasonal pool. All the spacious and functional suites offer a bright décor.

    I like the location, the staff, and the facilities.

  • Hostel Sacromonte
    Budget options available
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 106 reviews

    Hostel Sacromonte enjoys a location in Madrid, 3.6 miles from Reina Sofia Museum and 3.6 miles from Puerta de Toledo. There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay.

    CERCANÍA al hospital 12 de octubre y lo cómodo que es

  • Estudio Nueva Numancia
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 194 reviews

    Estudio Nueva Numancia offers accommodations in Madrid, 2.1 miles from Reina Sofia Museum and 2.1 miles from Atocha Train Station. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio.

    L'emplacement, le service avec la propriétaire

  • Alojamiento Fantasía
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 15 reviews

    Alojamiento Fantasía enjoys a location in Madrid, 3.8 miles from Reina Sofia Museum and 4.5 miles from Retiro Park.

    Estaba muy limpio y las instalaciones en perfecto estado

  • Punta me Rooms in Madrid Downtown
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 19 reviews

    Punta me Rooms in Madrid Downtown provides rooms in Madrid near Temple of Debod and Royal Palace of Madrid. The property is close to Mercado San Miguel, Puerta del Sol, and Plaza Mayor.

    amo ! el lugar fue de lo mejor la ubicacion el peronal hermoso bello bello

  • Rooms Mediavilla
    5.2
    Scored 5.2
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 52 reviews

    Rooms Mediavilla offers accommodations in Madrid, 2.6 miles from Retiro Park and 3 miles from Puerta de Toledo. The air-conditioned accommodations are 2.4 miles from Reina Sofia Museum.

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  • Puerta del Sol, Km 0
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Puerta del Sol, Km 0 offers accommodations in Madrid, a 6-minute walk from Plaza Mayor and 0.4 miles from Mercado San Miguel.

  • Exclusivo Apartamento en Sol
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Exclusivo Apartamento en Sol is located in Madrid, just a 6-minute walk from Plaza Mayor and 0.4 miles from Mercado San Miguel. This apartment offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony.

  • Penthouse Gran-Via Luxury private flat - 2BD
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Penthouse Gran-Via Luxury private flat - 2BD offers accommodations in Madrid, 1.2 miles from Reina Sofia Museum and a 19-minute walk from Temple of Debod.

  • New apartment in center Madrid!
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 15 reviews

    New apartment in center Madrid! is a recently renovated apartment in the center of Madrid, a 1-minute walk from Puerta del Sol and 500 yards from Plaza Mayor.

    En apartamento es un lujo y el personal es excelente

  • AmazINN Places Callao I
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5 reviews

    AmazINN Places Callao I is located in Madrid, just a 17-minute walk from Temple of Debod and half a mile from Royal Palace of Madrid.

  • Apartamento Antonio
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 141 reviews

    Apartamento Antonio offers accommodations in Madrid, a 6-minute walk from Puerta del Sol and 0.6 miles from Gran Via Station Metro Station.

    El anfitrión fue muy atento. Todo estaba estupendo

  • Apartamento en centro de Madrid
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 11 reviews

    Just a 7-minute walk from Plaza Mayor and 700 yards from Mercado San Miguel, Apartamento en centro de Madrid features accommodations in Madrid with a terrace.

  • 4 Bears Studios
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 182 reviews

    4 Bears Studios provides accommodations within 600 yards of the center of Madrid, with free Wifi and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster.

    Simpel og alt hvad du skal bruge. Meget centralt beliggende

  • Bright & Spacious- City Center- 2Rooms-2Bathrooms
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 44 reviews

    Bright & Spacious- City Center- 2Rooms-2Bathrooms is located in Madrid, just a 7-minute walk from Plaza Mayor and 700 yards from Mercado San Miguel.

    Ubicación privilegiada,super limpio y el servicio muy amable.

  • BNBHolder Apartamentos en Sol Deluxe 3
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 24 reviews

    BNBHolder Apartamentos en Sol Deluxe 3 offers accommodations in Madrid, a 11-minute walk from Plaza de España Metro Station and 1.2 miles from Puerta de Toledo.

    Rooms, decoration, cleaness, building and location.

  • Remanso de luz y silencio en plena Puerta del Sol
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 18 reviews

    Remanso de luz y silencio en plena Puerta del Sol is a recently renovated apartment in the center of Madrid, a 6-minute walk from Gran Via Station Metro Station and 0.8 miles from Reina Sofia Museum.

    Muy céntrico pero nada ruidoso. Acogedor y limpio.

  • Plaza Mayor Suites & Apartments
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 3,506 reviews

    Plaza Mayor Suites & Apartments is an apartment featuring rooms with free Wifi and air conditioning in the center of Madrid.

    Had everything we needed. Spacious, clean and central

  • BNBHolder Apartamentos en Sol Deluxe 2
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 22 reviews

    BNBHolder Apartamentos en Sol Deluxe 2 offers accommodations in Madrid, a 11-minute walk from Plaza de España Metro Station and 1.2 miles from Puerta de Toledo.

    Lage und die geschmackvolle Ausstattung, die mit vielen Details erfreut.

  • Apartamento Rosa Puerta del Sol
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 162 reviews

    Apartamento Rosa Puerta del Sol is located in Madrid, just a 7-minute walk from Mercado San Miguel and 1.1 miles from Puerta de Toledo.

    The location is superb. The flat has everything. Rosa is wonderful

  • Carretas Apartments
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 706 reviews

    Located 328 feet from Madrid’s Puerta del Sol, Carretas Apartment offers stylish, modern apartments with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. The Plaza Mayor is just 5 minutes’ walk away.

    Fantastic location - very central with great facilities

  • MintyStay - Cádiz 10
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 10 reviews

    MintyStay - Cádiz 10 in Madrid features accommodations with free Wifi, a 15-minute walk from Reina Sofia Museum, 0.6 miles from Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, and a 7-minute walk from Gran Via.

    Posizione eccellente, appartamento nuovo e molto bello

  • JACUZZI FULL exterior SOL, by MONARO*****
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 11 reviews

    JACUZZI FULL exterior SOL, by MONARO***** features accommodations in the center of Madrid, a 3-minute walk from Gran Via Station Metro Station and 300 yards from Gran Via.

    Ubicacion excelente a 3 minutos marchando de Puerta del Sol

  • limehome Madrid La Bolsa
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 832 reviews

    Limehome Madrid La Bolsa provides accommodations within 300 yards of the center of Madrid, with free Wifi and a kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster, and a fridge.

    Location, very quiet, comfortable bed, clean and well supplied

  • Aspasios Calle Mayor Apartments
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,507 reviews

    Aspasios Calle Mayor Apartments offers self-catering accommodations in Madrid’s historical center, 656 feet from Plaza Mayor square.

    All was as presented and expected. Good value, good location

  • Plaza Mayor
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 128 reviews

    Plaza Mayor features free Wifi and views of city in Madrid. Popular points of interest nearby include Royal Palace of Madrid, Puerta de Toledo, and Reina Sofia Museum.

    Property is in a fantastic location and center to everything!

  • PLAZA MAYOR groups by MONARO*****
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 22 reviews

    Just a few steps from Mercado San Miguel and a 7-minute walk from Puerta del Sol, PLAZA MAYOR groups by MONARO***** features accommodations in Madrid with a shared lounge.

    la vista, el apartamento bien equipado, y bien distribuido!!

  • BNBHolder Apartamentos en Sol Confort 9
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 29 reviews

    BNBHolder Apartamentos en Sol Confort 9 is located in Madrid, just a 11-minute walk from Plaza de España Metro Station and 1.2 miles from Puerta de Toledo.

    la ubicación muy buena, limpieza y atención excelente

  • BNBHolder Apartamentos en Sol Confort 1
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 61 reviews

    BNBHolder Apartamentos en Sol Confort 1 offers accommodations in Madrid, a 11-minute walk from Plaza de España Metro Station and 1.2 miles from Puerta de Toledo.

    The location was excellent. The fridge was a good size.

  • Apartamento Smile Sol
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 28 reviews

    Apartamento Smile Sol is located in Madrid, just a 13-minute walk from Plaza de España Metro Station and 1.1 miles from Puerta de Toledo.

    La ubicación no puede ser mejor, está atrás del ayuntamiento!

  • Luxury flat Centro IX
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 30 reviews

    Luxury flat Centro IX offers accommodations in Madrid, a 13-minute walk from Plaza de España Metro Station and one mile from Puerta de Toledo. This apartment offers an elevator and free Wifi.

    Très proche du centre. Bien agencé. Meuble de qualité.

  • Apartamento en Sol centro ciudad
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 18 reviews

    Apartamento en Sol centro ciudad offers accommodations in Madrid, a 7-minute walk from Mercado San Miguel and 1.1 miles from Puerta de Toledo.

    Emplacement idéal en plein centre, appartement très bien équipé.

  • BNBHolder Apartamentos en Sol Confort 6
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 55 reviews

    BNBHolder Apartamentos en Sol Confort 6 offers accommodations in Madrid, a 11-minute walk from Plaza de España Metro Station and 1.2 miles from Puerta de Toledo.

    Excelente localização. Apartamento amplo e muito agradável.

  • BNBHolder Apartamentos en Sol Confort 5
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 50 reviews

    BNBHolder Apartamentos en Sol Confort 5 is located in Madrid, just a 11-minute walk from Plaza de España Metro Station and 1.2 miles from Puerta de Toledo.

    Location is central to puerta del sol right in the center of madrid.

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Apartments that guests love in Madrid

  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 117 reviews
    Great location, close to popular areas but on a relatively quieter street. Nice and modern apartment with all necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. The sink, toilet, and shower worked well and were all separate, which our group of 5 truly appreciated. The kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed, including laundry detergent for the washer-and-dryer-in-one. It being on the ground floor with an entrance onto the street was a positive aspect for us. It was also easy to contact the host for support upon arrival.
    Sarah
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $213.40
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 174 reviews
    The position of the apartment was excellent as it is very close to the city center and to two metro stations. The appartments had all the basic services needed (washing machine, little kitchen) and the furniture adapted to a short stay.
    Diego
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $223.10
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 988 reviews
    Lovely modern apartment in a great location.
    Jeanette
    Travelers with friends
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,860 reviews
    Location is good. Nice modern apartment, quite well equipped kitchen. I didn't like the idea of digital only access as I thought it could go wrong but all went OK.
    nigel
    Family with young children
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 219 reviews
    Spacious, modern apartment in great central location
    Alysia
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 51 reviews
    Excellent apartment located in La Latin, a lively neighbourhood full of character. All the furniture/furnishings were brand new and spotless. Compact but good use of the space. We were two adults and two children and it was perfect for our short stay. It was easy to contact the receptionist and gain access using the door code.
    Jenkins
    Family with young children
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 277 reviews
    Nice modern apartment in a lovely neighborhood. We were in a group of 4 friends and had 2 double beds and a sofa bed, so enough space. Very clean. Very easy process to get the key. We could do check out 1 hour later without a cost.
    Suzanne
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $349.21
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 128 reviews
    Perfect location on Plaza Mayor, close to everything. Clean, spacious & modern apartment with everything you need for a short stay. WiFi good for working/video meetings.
    Sian
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 668 reviews
    Lovely modern apartment, spotless, well equipt and stylish. Very convenient entry system for check in. Highly recommended for a short stay like mine :)
    Fernandes
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $85.36
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 12,350 reviews
    Nice studio apartment with all amenities. Close to train station for easy access to Madrid. Enough parking space. Good for short stays with families, especially if you want to avoid crowded city center
    Deepak
    Family with young children

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