The Porcelain Giant

In the historic centre of Madrid, this pristine apartment puts you within striking distance of the main plazas and shopping streets of the Spanish capital. The famous Plaza Mayor is a seven-minute walk, considered the beating heart of Madrid and Opera Square is five minutes away on foot. In the surrounding streets, you’ve got myriad tapas joints, wine bars and fine-dining restaurants to fill your evenings.

This apartment’s historic building is in keeping with its pretty surroundings. An avant-garde-style entrance hall greets you on arrival and just beyond this, the living room is big and bright, courtesy of classic-style windows. There’s dining for the whole group around the antique oak table and the living area is decked out with all mod cons, including a PS4, for evenings in. Should you need to work remotely, the dedicated office room has video calls covered.

Home truths:
* Two of the bedrooms don't have windows so they lack natural light, but this is ideal for those that like a dark sleep
* The entrance to one of the bedrooms is through the kitchen
* One of the rooms has a bunk bed designed for children – please keep that in mind if your party is all adults
* At maximum occupancy, the eleventh person will be sleeping on a pull-out bed in the study
*Your host can provide a cot and high chair for infants, just ask
*There is no parking with this apartment but you're in the heart of Madrid and a car is not necessary