Palafox Central Suites  

In Madrid’s fashionable Chamberí, a central apartment hotel just 100 m from Bilbao Metro and about 1.4 km from Gran Vía. Walkable to Calle de Fuencarral, Plaza de Olavide and the city’s buzzy bars and restaurants; Madrid-Barajas Airport is roughly 7 km away.

Housed in a restored 1889 building, Palafox Central Suites offers nine functional, modern apartments with a clean, contemporary vibe. Expect simple, stylish rooms, an on-site bar and restaurant, plus room service and a concierge who can help book tours or transfers.

Sip a drink at the bar or head out to the neighborhood’s many tapas spots—streets around the hotel are full of bars and restaurants. On-site perks include a restaurant, pub/disco, room service, tour desk and transfer assistance, plus laundry, safe-deposit boxes and a doctor on call.

Wireless internet is available throughout the property. Practical extras include a lift/elevator and parking in the nearby parking zone.

The hotel has an on-site restaurant and a bar, and the surrounding streets serve up plenty of local flavors and tapas within a few steps.