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A perfect refuge in Madrid's city center

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Living area
Interior
Dining
Interior detail
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 230 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Madrid, Madrid
  • Prado Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Puerta del Sol
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Gran Via
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

A perfect refuge in Madrid's city center

A perfect refuge in Madrid's city center:
Between the districts of Lavapiés and Cortes, the apartment is ideally located to enjoy the center of Madrid by foot. It is a cozy space with a very careful decoration, in an authentic and eclectic neighborhood. Here you will feel at home.

The apartment is on the second floor of a building without elevator (like most buildings in the center of Madrid). The 30 square meter space has been renovated in November 2016 (furniture and equipment are all brand new). Although located in the heart of Madrid, the area is very quiet (only taxis and residents' cars are allowed to enter Torrecilla del Leal street). Access to the apartment is through a gallery encircling a central courtyard (a 'corrala') typical of the old Madrid.

At the apartment you can find:

Bedroom with double bed (150x200cm) and two closets.
Living room with sofa and dining table with four chairs.
Kitchen integrated in the living room, fully equipped: ceramic hob, microwave, washing machine, coffee machine, kettle, toaster and various utensils.
Bathroom with shower.
Smart TV.
Wifi.
Air conditioning (cold and heat).
One set of hand towel and shower towel per person per stay up to 7 nights will be provided. If more are required, there will be a charge of 10 euros per set.
Baby cot is availble under demand with a 15€ extra fee.
No smoking in the apartment. In case of smoking, we will charge €100 as penalty.



A little bit about the area:

The fun is assured when you visit Lavapiés. Thanks to its multiculturalism you can go around the world without leaving the neighborhood. For those interested in gastronomy, the district of Lavapiés offers good restaurants with all kinds of cuisine, from traditional and 'castizos' to ethnic restaurants, as well as 'tapas' and 'pinchos' bars in the purest style of San Sebastian. Those interested in theater and performances will find in Lavapiés a place they will want to return to. The Valle-Inclán Theater, the Art Theater (Teatro del Arte) and the Mirador Room (Sala Mirador), among others, welcome both classic and innovative performances that delight all audiences. Finally, the neighborhood offers many possibilities of enjoyment to those who are looking for good architecture. Lavapiés has significant buildings but also popular creations that make the neighborhood livelier. In the neighboring Barrio de las Letras (or Barrio de las Cortes) lived the most important writers of the Spanish Golden Age: Lope de Vega, Cervantes, Calderón de la Barca and Tirso de Molina. Cortes was a place of inspiration, writing and representation of works. The architectural elegance of the neighborhood transports visitors to another era. The streets that lead to Plaza de Santa Ana are populated with tapas bars, restaurants and places to have a drink. Every first Saturday of the month, the Frog's Market fills the neighborhood with street stalls set up by local merchants, including designers, antique dealers, booksellers and other.

The location of the apartment allows visiting the historical center of Madrid without having to use the public transport network. In less than 15 minutes you can reach on foot the main museums of the city (Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen Bornemisza), as well as the Retiro Park, the Gran Vía, the Flee Market (Rastro), the La Latina neighborhood (Barrio de la Latina) or the Puerta del Sol. Two Metro stops nearby connect the apartment with any point of the city: Antón Martín and Lavapiés are 3 and 5 minutes walking respectively. The main train station of Madrid (Atocha) is only a ten minutes walk from the apartment. You will not have problems to move around the city from our refuge!

Property manager

Vanessa & Oscar

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

About the area

Madrid

Located in Madrid Centro, a neighbourhood in Madrid, this apartment is near theme parks. Royal Palace of Madrid and Puerta de Alcalá are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Gran Via and San Miguel Market. Check out an event or a game at Bernabéu Stadium, and consider making time for Madrid Amusement Park, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Madrid, Madrid

What's nearby

  • Prado Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Puerta del Sol - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gran Via - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Plaza Mayor - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • El Retiro Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Anton Martin Station - 4 min walk
  • Madrid (XOC-Atocha Train Station) - 11 min walk
  • Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vinícola Mentridana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fogg Bar Birras & Cheese - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Taberna de Atocha - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taberna Elisa By Triciclo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Benteveo - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A perfect refuge in Madrid's city center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A perfect refuge in Madrid's city center?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A perfect refuge in Madrid's city center?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A perfect refuge in Madrid's city center located?

Located in Madrid Centro, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Paseo del Prado, Prado Museum and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. Puerta del Sol and Gran Via are also within 15 minutes. Anton Martin Station is only a 4-minute walk and Estación del Arte is 6 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay at Madrid
Same as pics, very clean. Close and convenient to all sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Madrid Centro
We had a great stay at this apartment in Madrid. So close to many attractions and the Atoche Train Station. It was easy to walk around the neighborhood or to grab a subway at the Anton Martin metro station.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W., Wokingham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a short stay in Madrid
Close to all of the main attractions in Madrid and to the Metro. Also close to Atocha railway station so good for visits outside of the city too. Property is clean and has all amenities required for a short stay for two people. Hosts communicate well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Functional Madrid
This vrbo worked well for us. 10 minute walks to Prado as well as Museum Sofia. 25 minute walk to Plaza Mayor. Many bars and restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk, but more of a functional location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
arthur
Property had great location but is really suitable for younger people ,not seniors. Unit was tiny; internet pictures do not accurately depict size. Unit lacked dryer for washing clothes. Second floor description really involves 4 flights of stairs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Inmaculada M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Germano c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Limpia, central y acogedora
El piso es muy limpio y bien ubicado, alrededor hay museos, restaurantes, mercados y tiendas de todos tipos. Perfecto por una vacación inolvidable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
L'hébergement est très agréable, très propre avec le nécessaire pour y vivre. Un point très fort est son emplacement qui permet de visiter la plupart des principaux sites de Madrid à pieds.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great neighbourhood
Everything we needed. Walked everywhere. Hosts were available, helpful and ready to assist.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Kevin L., Newbury Park, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with small trade offs
Great location near markets, shops and restaurants. Place has a lot of character and management are very responsive to inquiries. Overall a very nice place. We did have quite loud neighbors most evenings late into the night. The wifi and air conditioning are pretty poor.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryon B., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Madrid Trip
Great property if you want a centralized location on a quiet street. It is not located in a touristy area, but close proximity. We walked everywhere from here. Close to real local cuisine, which is so much better than the tourist areas. We went during an extra warm days so the apartments heats up a bit as the AC cools to 25C, but it was not unreasonable. All needed amenities were accessible and usable. It had what we needed as a home base to see Madrid.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
A very comfortable apartment in a great part of Madrid. 5 minutes walk to two different metro lines makes getting around Madrid very easy. Lots of interesting food choices close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A., Holland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very helpful
They were so helpful with any questions we had! Place was perfect for us.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to enjoy Madrid
Wonderful location in very walkable area. Great apartment and neighborhood. Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!
I loved this adorable apartment and really enjoyed my stay. Oscar was a pleasure to work with too. I hope to stay here again someday.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Fabulous owners. Made everything very simple and enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lilia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
El mejor piso en Madrid
Excelente ubicación y el piso totalmente renovado !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Vanessa & Oscar

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Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese