Location: Madrid, Madrid, Spain, Europe View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-3)
Keywords: Apartment
The apartment is located in Chueca. Read up about it on any website and you'll discover that apart from being a stones throw from the center of Madrid - Sol, Chueca itself has great, restaurants, bars, shopping, nightlife and sightseeing all within 10 mins walk of the apartment. You really don't need a car to get around. The metro, bus and train system in Madrid works like clockwork and there are always plenty of taxis. If you want to wander out of Madrid there is also very good and cheap public transport available.
Only the best is good enough for my renters! The apartment is not huge but at least you have a bedroom, a good size living room and well supplied kitchen, which is already more than you'll get in a hotel. A small grocery store is two doors away on Calle Hortaleza 39 where you can buy all sorts of additional supplies. The apartment has cable TV and Broadband with WiFi internet access.
Please note that this apartment is on the top (5th) floor and the building does not have a lift. Being on the top definitely has it's advantages, it is very quite. Although the apartment is on a busy street the apartment is quiet because it is at the back of the building and hence does not get the street noise, you have the perfect combination of being in the center of the bustle but being able to switch off from it when you wish to get some peace and quiet. The apartment is "Exterior" which means that it gets natural light and sun shine. In Madrid there are many "Interior" apartments that do not have natural light since the windows look into the interior patio of the building.
You'll see I've entered a lot of reviews, my renters always book through my own website and hence they enter their reviews there. Ask me for my website address and take a look for yourself - more pics, more info and the reviews are verified authentic...
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Unfortunately this building is very old and despite my repeated attempts to get AC installed the community of owners has declined my request.
- Linens Provided : One full set of all linen is provided - ie for the double bed, for the sofa if you tell me you need it and a shower towel per person, additionally a kitchen towel is provided.
- Elevator : Please note this apartment is on the 5th floor and there is NO ELEVATOR.
- Washer : There is a washing machine in the kitchenette - you can see it in the photos.
- Dryer : There is no dryer available in the apartment, there is a washing line outside the bathroom and a laundrette available within 5 mins walk.
- Garage : This property does not avail a garage
- Covered Parking : There are many public car parks close by, i can provide you a map for these.
- Off Street Parking : There are many public car parks close by, i can provide you a map for these.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : None that i know of i'm afraid!
- Beds
- Double Bed : 135cm Wide x 190 cm Long
- Convertible Bed : Look at the photo of the sofa, the two short cusions slide out to make this sofa a long single bed.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Cable TV with lots and lots of channels, american programs are available dubbed into spanish or in their original language. There are lots of radio/music channels also available.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : This kitchen has 2 burners (electric), a frige freezer and microwave, but does not have an oven.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : Combination fridge freezer as you see in the photos
- Microwave : Yes located above the fridge freezer.
- Communications
- Telephone : Yes, free calls throughout Spain, receive calls for free.
- Broadband Internet : Provided free of charge
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Provided free of charge
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children : Due to the 5th floor position with no elevator - if you are ok with this then please feel free to book!
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
Rate Details (In Euros)
Low Season.. €490/week (September - April)
High Season.. €540/week (May-August)
Holidays.. €590/week (Public holidays and Gay Pride week)
Easter.. €640/week
Minimum booking €255
Pro Rata nightly rate
I've not increased my rates since Jan 2008!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Beautiful Apartment in Central Madrid
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Madrid
I love the city, i live out in the country and sometimes just fancy a night out without the hassle of an hours drive afterwards... This neighbourhood is oozing with energy (don't come to Madrid for peace and quiet!) it's where my guests want to be when they come to Madrid because this area will give you the typical Madrid experience.
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment
You'll be in the heard of Madrid able to make the most of seeing the beautiful architecture while out and about simply exploring...
Owner's Map of Madrid
This pic was taken in Mota del Cuervo, a couple of hours drive from Madrid in the area where Cervantes set his Don Quijote stories, we went windmill spotting - and we saw lots and lots and lots of them! We love to travel and have been to and lived in many places, we know what is important when one travels so we hope at our apartment you will have that unique travel experience!
Property Photos
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- Living Room - Madrid, Spain Travel Accommodation
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- Living Room - Madrid, Spain Travel Accommodation
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- The Kitchenette - Madrid, Spain Travel Accommodation
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- The Kitchenette
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- The Bedroom
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- The Bedroom
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- The Bathroom - Shower
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- The Bathroom
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- The Bathroom - Sink
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- The Exterior
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- Looking down the street
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- Metro station Gran Via - 5 mins walk up the street
Traveler Reviews (59)
Jill from Perth, Australia
Guest: Jill
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Date of Stay: 09/10/11
Review Submitted: 10/13/11
Great location & everything you need to have a comfortable stay, although the shower is quite small for a 6ft 200lb male! We appreciated having a few groceries available (eg olive oil, black pepper, offee etc). There is a good grocery store & markets nearby. We had a small problem with the TV & the owner got back to us immediatel & it was sorted out. There were full instructions covering everything which were very helpful. The 5 flights of stairs can be a challenge with luggage & at the end of a day walking around Madrid - but it did increase our fitness! The lights in the stairwell turn off quite quickly - when you are trying to go quietly & slowly with your luggage! We were also very pleased to have the fan as it was very warm when we were in Madrid. We had a GREAT time, really enjoyed having an apartment as distinct from a hotel & loved all the food!!
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Remy from VANCOUVER, B.C.,CANADA
Guest: Remy from VANCOUVER, B.C.,CANADA
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Date of Stay: 08/08/11
Review Submitted: 08/25/11
Getting to the apartment using the metro from the airport was very easy. Very comfortable apartment, spotlessly clean, in a location that could not have been more convenient. It was on the 5th floor which entailed going up 5 floors but not really a problem if one is reasonably fit. The only drawback was for Madrid summers, even the open windows on the 5th floor could not make up for the above 30 degree temp. and one has to contend with street and construction noise that goes well into early morning. Otherwise, we had a very enjoyable stay and thank you, W and R, for opening up your apartment to Madrid visitors.
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Mike from Tampa
Guest: Mike from Tampa
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Date of Stay: 06/24/11
Review Submitted: 08/25/11
Given the money and location, this is a great property to rent if youre planning an extended stay in Madrid. Just a few minutes walk from Gran Via, about the only downfall of the apartment is its on the fifth floor, which can be a hot hike after being in the city all day. However, that pales in comparison to the room, the view from the windows and the price. Its central to all that is needed to in Madrid, and just a few minutes from various metro stations, shops, restaurants, bars and places to buy groceries, too. Definitely recommend this one to my friends.
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Tori from Wilmington
Guest: Tori from Wilmington
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Date of Stay: 05/26/11
Review Submitted: 08/25/11
My boyfriend and I spent a week in this beautiful apartment! We received a phone call from the owners making sure we made it successfully an hour after we arrived. The apartment was very clean as well. We couldnt have asked for a better location. It was central to EVERYTHING we wanted to do. The neighborhood was very gorgeous and everyone was very nice! Having wifi in the apartment was an added bonus!
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Guest: Mitch from Denver, Colorado
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Date of Stay: 11/10/10
Review Submitted: 01/26/11
The apartment was perfect for our needs. It is situated right in the heart of Chueca, with easy access to metros and taxis, although you can walk just about anywhere in Madrid from this location. The apartment is situated on the fifth floor to the back of the building so although it is located in a lively part of the city, the apartment itself is very quiet. The owner was lovely to work with and the apartment had been very thoughtfully stocked with nice little details like an electric kettle, and iron, and even a notebook with suggestions for how best to enjoy your stay in Madrid. The bathroom exceeded our expectations. Although it is small, the sink is quite large with room enough to store your things, plus there is a very handy shelf above the toilet. All in all, this apartment represented an excellent value. The only negative is that it is on the top floor and thee is no elevator. This was not a problem for us (and the owner was very clear about this before we rented), but this would not be a good apartment for someone who might have trouble using the stairs.
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Guest: Davis from Seattle
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Date of Stay: 10/29/10
Review Submitted: 01/26/11
This is a cozy, well decorated apartment with excellent facilitiesa strong wifi connection (this is often a problem at many apartments and hotels Ive stayed at), extra supplies (shampoo, etc.), and everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The detailed instruction booklet was extremely helpful. It couldnt have been easier to figure out how everything works, where everything is, etc. And in the noisy neighborhood of Chueca, this apartment was absolutely quiet at night. Well worth the walk up the stairs to the 5th floor that so many have talked about. I recommend it without reservation.
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Guest: Christopher & Robin from Oxnard, California
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Date of Stay: 10/01/10
Review Submitted: 01/26/11
The apartment is very well situated in a vibrant part of town. The apartment had good light and a nice feel. The guide compiled by the owners was very helpful. Although the stairs were a work out, we knew to expect that and were not troubled by it. We did notice a couple of bugs toward the end of our October stay however. All things considered we enjoyed the apartment very much.
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Guest: W.S from San Francisco
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Date of Stay: 10/20/10
Review Submitted: 01/26/11
Perfect for one person, a tight fit for two, but great location on small, non-tourist, busy street. Apartment is top floor (6 story walk-up, so not for the feeble or lame) and quiet, with a sweet view of rooftops. You descend from a cozy eerie to the lively street. Landlord was immediately responsive to a small problem that developed. Kitchen needs more pots and pans. If you cook a lot for yourself, you may be frustrated. Otherwise, this is very good value for a modest cost.
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Guest: Peter from Newport, RI
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Date of Stay: 06/11/10
Review Submitted: 01/26/11
My wife and I recently spent 10 days in this apartment and our experience could not have been better. The location is perfect and the space was quiet and clean. The owners were extremely pleasant to deal with from beginning to end. We highly recommend this apartment.
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