Madrid Apartments

Book one of our apartments in Madrid for the weekend and enjoy your holiday in the incredible capital of Spain, also known as the city that never sleeps! If you’re looking to be close to all of the action we recommend booking near the Puerta del Sol which is the epicentre of the city, and renting a short-stay apartment off one of the roads near this area is a great idea for your stay. We have something to suit all of your needs in the best areas: Chueca, Lavapiés or near the beautiful El Retiro Park. Hundredrooms gathers all of the available information from over 100 websites so you don’t have to work it out yourself when looking at our Madrid holiday apartments. All you have to tell us is the dates you’d like to visit and how many people, and we’ll take care of the rest. In a few seconds, you’ll have thousands of apartments, flats to rent and rooms to choose from which are always classified according to your requirements and the cheapest price. We compare between our partners' websites so that visiting the Spanish capital has never been so affordable. You will always be able to find Madrid accommodation that is perfect for your trip, whether you’re coming for Real Madrid match at the Santiago Bernabéu or to see a concert at the Wizink Centre, you have it all at your fingertips.

Madrid is both capital of the Community of Madrid and also of Spain, and since the Renaissance it has also been the capital of the State. It is one of the most powerful cities in Europe at the level of others such as Paris, London or Moscow. It’s not at all surprising that the headquarters of all main national institutions are here such as the Government and Stock Exchange. The tourist value of this city goes far beyond its grandiose architecture and monuments such as the Puerta de Alcalá or Plaza de Cibeles. The charm of the madrileño culture is its in environment and lively streets, which is why it is important that you choose the right neighbourhood for your self-catering apartment. Here are some ideas to inspire you:

• City Centre: We definitely recommend that you book your apartment in Madrid city centre, as a desirable area for being close to everything. Here you will find the Puerta del Sol, the Royal Post Office and the Bear and the Madroño - not only is this the centre of the capital, but also the centre of Spain. It is the most touristic area of the city and is full of restaurants, shops, music and atmosphere. The very essence of this city is found here, and we certainly recommend that you look for apartments near Plaza Mayor to be in the hub of it all, particularly on a Real Madrid match day.
• Chueca: This is one of the liveliest areas of the Spanish capital, with its most central street being the Calle de Hortaleza with plenty of adjoining streets that are perfect for drinks and great international restaurants both day and night. You are sure to find a fantastic serviced apartment in Madrid in this upmarket district.
• Chamberí: Just north of Chueca is the Chamberí neighborhood which is a quieter alternative to the former. It is slightly further from the centre and more residential, but has a variety of everyday convenience shops which makes it a great place to stay in Madrid.
• Argüelles: To the west of Chamberi is this neighbourhood, which is surrounded by a large green space such as the Parque del Oeste, where you’ll find the fantastic Temple of Debod and the Casa de Campo, a large natural green space in the heart of the city that can be viewed wonderfully via cable car. It is also home to the Complutense University in the city, and is predominantly a young crowd with plenty of low cost bars and restaurants. The Plaza de Espana is the main hub for all activity.
• Lavapiés: This is Madrid’s multicultural hub, with many different restaurants spanning Indian to African cuisine. Not only is it palpable in its gastronomy, but also its stores, shows and many art exhibitions.
• Huertas: Home of Spain’s most famous author, Miguel de Cervantes and Lope de Vega, this area is also known as the Las Letras. For this reason, this is a place with high cultural feeling and that stands out for locals with live music where you can relax with a drink in your hand.
• Salamanca: With the Puerta de Alcala and El Retiro Park in the south of this area, there leaves little need to convince you that this is a gorgeous area to stay in a luxury apartment in Madrid. The Plaza de Colon and the Archaeological Museum add value to an already impressive neighbourhood. The manicured streets are full of trees and wide pavements that host a range of different shops.
• Malasaña: This is the most bohemian area of the city with nightclubs, theatres, independent galleries and bars in abundance ranging from trendy modern bars to more hippie hangouts. It is a predominantly young area and is one of the most active areas of the capital, particularly at night.
• La Latina: This neighbourhood is similar to that of Malasaña as it also maintains the essence of Madrid’s interesting past. It is a particularly great area for eating out and cheap apartments to rent in Madrid.

Madrid is a city that is non stop 365 days a year, whether that be sport, music, culture, science or business events - everything has its time and place in the capital of Spain. Demand for Madrid’s short-stay apartments remains constant throughout the year, although at certain times in the year it is busier than others. For example, New Year in Madrid is particularly busy, and in the months of December and January there are around 20% more people in the city. Similarly, during the months of April, May and June there are significantly more visitors due to dates coinciding with the peak season for Champions League and La Liga matches. Both Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid face the final stretch of the season with everything to play for, and the mobilisation of their fans generates a significant impact on short-term holiday apartments. In summer, it is the perfect time to visit the capital as accommodation is available in most places, and prices fall over 15% in comparison to the rest of the year. Regardless of the time of year, the price range for accommodation in Madrid is broad and you can always reserve for around £18 a night. In terms of the weather conditions, they certainly reach the extremes in the summer months and usually exceed 35º with low rainfall, between 10 and 20mm on average per month. Once the holidays are over, everything returns to normal. In autumn there is a stark contrast as far as the weather is concerned - temperatures begin to drop gradually, touching on zero degrees Celsius at the beginning of the year and rainfall multiplying five-fold, approaching an average of 60mm. Make sure if you’re booking a Madrid apartment rental in the winter, that you book an apartment in downtown Madrid in case you get caught in the rain.

This city is packed with history and one of the highest concentration of bars in Europe! Read on to find out the must sees areas of Madrid from your holiday apartment:

• Retiro Park: The most famous green space in Madrid, which is both ideal to go for a walk alone or accompanied. Its 125 hectares accommodate more than 15,000 trees and also attractions such as the Estanque Grande, the Palacio de Velázquez, the Palacio de Cristal, the monument to Alfonso XII, the statue of El Ángel Caído or the fountain of the Galapagos.
• Royal Palace of Madrid: Built by Felipe V between 1738 and 1751 on the site of the old Alcazar of Madrid, it is still the official residence of S.M. the King and the Royal Family. The Royal Armory and the Campo Moro gardens complete this spectacular complex, which can be visited every day from 10:00 a.m.
• Prado Museum: Since its inauguration in 1819, this museum has become the most important in the country and one of the most outstanding worldwide. Velázquez, Goya, El Greco and Bosco are some of its main artists. The museum opens its doors every day at 10:00 h. and from 18:00 h. admission is free.
• Madrid Plaza Mayor: Built in 1590, it was one of the first squared squares in Spain, later being reproduced throughout the country and also in the Americas. Emblematic shops such as the Casa de la Panadería (the oldest of them) or the Casa de la Carnicería make it unmistakable along with its 247 balconies.
• Puerta del Sol: The radial roads of Spain begin at the Kilometer Zero. there was also proclaimed the Second Republic in 1931 and every 365 days thousands of Spaniards celebrate the new year in front of the Royal Post Office. For all this and for the Statue of the Bear and the Madroño, symbol of Madrid, the Puerta del Sol in Madrid is one of the most touristic points of the city.
• Escorial Monastery: In the suburban town of San Lorenzo del Escorial, this majestic complex is distinguished as a World Heritage Site. Built at the end of the 16th century, it is formed by a Royal Palace that served as residence for the Royal Family, a basilica where the kings of Spain are buried and the monastery from which it is named. The latter can be visited from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 h.
• Puerta de Alcalá: The most famous of the five gateways that originally existed as doors into the city. It is next to the Plaza de la Independencia, although the current arch is a reconstruction of that of the eighteenth century that Carlos III ordered to be teared down years ago.
• Plaza de Cibeles: This square is the nexus of three major roads in the city: Calle de Alcalá, Paseo de Recoletos and Paseo del Prado. Above it is the famous fountain of Cibeles and it is surrounded by buildings as important as the Palacio de Buenavista, the Palacio de Linares, the Palacio de Comunicaciones and the Bank of Spain which are all must sees on the open top bus tour.
• Gran Vía: The main tourist and commercial focus of the city. It connects the Plaza de España and the Calle de Alcalá and was once crowded with cinemas and musical theatres that meant it became known as Madrid’s very own Broadway. Today, many of them are clothing stores such as H & M, Zara, Nike and Primark.
• Santiago Bernabéu Stadium: On the Paseo de la Castellana, the Real Madrid stadium is one of the most important in the world since the day of its construction in 1947. Not only for the sporting achievements of its team, but also for its design and its capacity: 81,044 spectators. The Bernabéu Tour is its main attraction and is available every day of the year from 10am.
• Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum: Located in the Paseo del Arte and opening everyday at 10am, its collection of more than 1,000 works goes from the Middle Ages to the end of the last century: Jan Van Eyck, Carpaccio, Van Gogh, etc.
• Temple of Debod: Next to the Plaza de España, this building of Egyptian origin was a gift from Egypt in 1968 in exchange for the help provided by Spain to save the temples of Nubia.
• National Archaeological Museum: This is the most important museum in Spain in the field of archeology, with samples ranging from Prehistory to the Modern Age. The museum shares a building with the National Library on Calle Serrano and can be visited every day from 9:30am.
• Palacio de Comunicaciones: Also known as Palacio de Cibeles, it is located right on the square with the same name. Since 2007, it has been the headquarters of the Madrid City Council.
• National Museum of Natural Sciences: With the Palace of Industry as its headquarters, this museum on Paseo de la Castellana contains a sample of more than 6 million specimens of living beings. It opens every day at 10:00 h.
• Royal Academy of Fine Arts: Despite being a smaller collection, this museum is considered the second most important painting gallery in the country. Its first works are of the sixteenth century and the last of the twentieth.

This is a city that is well equipped to welcome a high volume of visitors arriving to their apartment in Madrid, however there are some other great destinations that you should consider if you're thinking about visiting the Spanish capital:

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