As far as studio apartments go, this one ticks a lot of boxes. Bright, practical and cleverly designed with a glass divider between the living and sleeping areas, there’s a lot to like about this pocket-sized space. While the practical, contemporary decor may not be the most inspiring, it’s a cheerful base to rest and regroup between sightseeing adventures. Speaking of which, you’re spoilt for choice as far as exploring goes from this central spot, with Gran Vía a five-minute walk away and Chueca’s tapas bars, vibrant nightlife and buzzing markets ten minutes away on foot. Home truths: *There's a lift in the building to access the apartment on the second floor *As this is a studio apartment, there's only a glass divider separating the sleeping area from the living area *This host does not accept bookings from groups of young people *Given the home's central location, you may hear some street noise *The kitchen is compact and lacks and oven *Aside from the open wardrobe in the bedroom area, there's not a lot of storage space here *There's no desk, but the dining table can double up as a laptop-friendly workspace *The building's entrance is shared with the other residents *We recommend skipping the car and exploring Madrid on foot or by public transport instead