9 Best Short-Term Rentals In Madrid, Spain - Updated 2024

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Located 2,120 ft (646.18 m) above sea level, Madrid - Spain’s bustling capital - offers numerous diverse attractions, making it an ideal holiday destination for every traveler. The three well-known museums at Golden Triangle of Art and 118-ha (291.58-ac) Retiro Park are perfect spots for fun family excursions. Sports lover or not, the world-class Santiago Bernabéu Stadium and even the Metropolitano Stadium will surely impress you. Remember to carry cash to participate in the 400-year-old shopping tradition at El Rastro Flea Market. Moreover, this vibrant city in Spain will tickle your taste buds with traditional dishes such as bocadillo de calamares.

Explore and experience this vibrant city while lodging in a fantastic home with excellent amenities. Check out this list of the best short-term rentals in Madrid, Spain.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and short-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.

1. Modern, well-maintained apartment (from USD 266)

This modern rental is neat, inviting, and within walking distance of conveniences such as supermarkets and public transport. It also offers discounts for short-term bookings and features a lift to help you to your apartment.

This well-maintained home provides convenient essentials for short visits, including a free washer, dryer, and Wi-Fi. It features a TV with Netflix and Amazon Prime Video for indoor entertainment. The cozy balcony is ideal for morning or evening coffee and enjoying the street view. Parking is paid and off-premises.

Stayed at this property?
Madrid, Spain
1.92 km (1.2 mi) from El Retiro Park
166 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the apartment was also extremely clean very modern and had all the amenities needed
looks just like the photos and is very clean and comfortable
great apartment looks like the pictures - very nice
Cleanliness:
the flat was clean and well equipped
it’s very clean and very safe
daniel's apartament is well equipped and spotless clean
unit is very clean and very centrally located
very clean and wi-fi worked great
Host:
easy access and quick response from the host
the host daneil is super quick to response
the highlights are definitely the location and the communication with the host
Location:
amazing location - close to everything
location is just walking distance from many attractions and easy walk to restaurants
place is super close to everything
great location walking distance to the museums plazas and parks
close to everything you need easy access to the metro
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2. Renovated home in a symbolic community (from USD 136)

Located in central Madrid’s symbolic Las Letras community, this spic-and-span home is steps from attractions, including Calle Gran Vía. You can also take public transport within walking distance for interests farther away.

This modern rental is available to book short-term at a discount. From a dishwasher to an oven, the fully furnished kitchen features all essentials for your comfort. You can share your holiday pictures using free Wi-Fi while unwinding on the comfortable sofa.

Stayed at this property?
Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
1.12 km (0.7 mi) from El Retiro Park
83 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the apartment is nice and has amazing wifi speed
the bed pretty much fills the entire bedroom
wifi was great coming from someone who takes zoom calls all day
please be aware that the apartment is very small
Cleanliness:
very clean and had everything we needed
it contained everything we needed and was very clean and comfortable
nice clean flat for 2 max 3 people with good a/c system
good location and nice and clean apartment
it's a fully equipped and squeaky clean place
Host:
coordinating on the arrival and departure was very easy and the hosts were very responsive
Location:
this apartments location was amazing everything was in walking distance
location was perfect e
very good apartment situated within walking distance of many places of interest
it's very well located close to the train station to the airport bus and the museums
thanks everything was perfect ideal and perfect location
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3. Cozy apartment in a no-driving zone (from USD 92)

Look no further if you’re a solo traveler looking for a good deal on rent. This cozy rental with rustic allure offers weekly discounts and is less than a five-minute walk from some conveniences. The well-furnished kitchen won’t disappoint you, whether heating a quick bite in the microwave or cooking a complete meal on the stove.

Living in a no-driving zone, you can enjoy fresh air on the private balcony. Note that this lovely apartment only permits guests with good reviews.

Stayed at this property?
Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
2.18 km (1.4 mi) from El Retiro Park
100 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
there is a fantastic coffee shop ruda directly downstairs for breakfasts
the bed was also a bit too soft for my liking
Cleanliness:
clean well organized bright and airy
don't get me wrong - the rest of the apartment is spotless clean and bed was comfortable
it was very clean modern stylish and had everything i needed to feel at home
Host:
rita and carl are great hosts
rita and carl was amazing and flexibly host
host is very responsive and great communication
rita and carl were communicative and helpful-- wonderful hosts
carl and rita were great hosts - easily contactable quick to respond and very accommodating
Location:
great location right in the city center of madrid
the neighborhood is central beautiful and walkable
perfect location near to bars restaurants and transport links
location location location great apartment in a fantastic neighbourhood
a very well located quiet and cosy flat for a couple visiting madrid
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4. Well-appointed penthouse (from USD 108)

Book this well-appointed penthouse offering a weekly stay discount for short visits. From a free washer and dryer to a fully furnished kitchen, it provides all for a comfortable stay. It also offers extra pillows, blankets, and bed essentials. The iron will be helpful if you like your clothes wrinkle-free and tidy.

Since this pleasant apartment on the fifth floor is without an elevator, you must climb the stairs. During downtime, you can unwind on the sofa bed, enjoying the cool AC.

Stayed at this property?
Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
2.18 km (1.4 mi) from El Retiro Park
118 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
air conditioning worked great
it is spacious stable internet comfortable bed and nice hot shower
the apartment was great it has a few details but as all of them do
Cleanliness:
the apartment was very clean and cozy
clean and everything works
also very clean and pretty similar to the pictures
the space was very clean and great rustic decor
the airbnb was spotless and very comfortable
Host:
very good host who responds very quickly
highly recommended and the hosts were super friendly
tommaso was very responsive throughout and offered excellent suggestions for activities in the area
tommaso and natalia are very friendly
tommaso was a great host communication was very swift and he was very responsive
Location:
excellent location and a beautiful apartment
the location is great very central and super quiet
excellent location at the heart of it all
great stay and location in la latina
great location with amazing restaurants just a few steps away
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Madrid Tour Guide

sandra lopez

Sandra Lopez

Hi! I'm Sandra, a tour guide from Madrid. I was born and raised in the city center of the capital, so I know every single corner of my favourite city in the world. I have two years of experience as a guide and I love my job, I am very sociable and I am passionate about showing Madrid to everyone. I love history and I am an art expert thanks to the Prado Museum courses.

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5. Vibrant home situated in Chueca

Enjoy a memorable vacation with your loved one in this vibrant home situated in a proud LGBT community. You can take the elevator to get to this second-floor rental. It is steps from Calle Grand Via and other top tourist spots for fun outings.

This cheerful flat features a furnished patio to entertain in the evenings or relish alfresco dining. You’ll be delighted with the ample storage space if you’re not a light traveler. Avail of the offer on rent for weekly short stays.

Stayed at this property?
Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
1.33 km (0.9 mi) from El Retiro Park
173 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
very clean and neat
the apartment is clean and well-lit
this is a very clean and stylish apartment in a fantastic neighborhood
it was super clean with a very efficient layout
flat is perfect for couples very clean and thoughtfully set out
Host:
great spot with a great host
host had great recommendations on things to do in the area
must add how graciously accommodating the hosts were
the host was very accommodating with respect to check-in and check-out times
a wonderful host responded quickly and had all the solutions i needed
Location:
amazing location in the heart of madrid
great location in the middle of chueca
great location easy to walk around
perfect location safe neighborhood walking distance from great areas
location is safe as well
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6. Refined condo with city skyline views (from USD 148)

Have a delightful family vacation in this refined condo in an artistic neighborhood. Whether touring museums or savoring delicious local cuisine, you have enough entertaining options within walking distance. Enjoy convenient amenities during your stay, including a cot and a high chair for your little one.

The clean bathtub is an excellent escape after an exhausting day. The free use of a washer will handle your dirty laundry as you watch your favorite Netflix movie on the sleeper sofa. Best of all, there’s a discount for short-term travelers.

Stayed at this property?
Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
1.02 km (0.7 mi) from El Retiro Park
317 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE CONDO 2 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed was cozy and the rooftop deck was amazing
the apartment had strong wifi while we both worked from home
we had a very nice two weeks stay at the apartment
amazing location seamless check-in and adorable sun-filled apartment would definitely stay here again
beautiful open small apartment that works great for a single traveler
Cleanliness:
paula’s apartment is clean comfy and stylish
adorable apartment very clean; comfy bed
nice and clean apartment
this place was fantastic extremely clean and cozy
the apartment was lovely--clean modern stylish and comfortable
Host:
our host was very kind and helpful
she was responsive to my questions which our family appreciated
thank you paula she is super kind and even helped me with a taxi
highly recommend this place and paula is an excellent host with lots of attention to detail
paula was extremely precise and detailed with the directions for getting into the apartment which was very helpful
Location:
great location as it’s from walking distance to a metro station and in a very quiet neighborhood
location is great walking distance to anything you might need and tourist attractions
great location walking distance from prado reina sofia and retiro park
nice area very close to atocha
the location is excellent for sightseeing and going for walks
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7. Renovated budget-friendly apartment (from USD 55)

This renovated apartment in a 17th-century building is only within walking distance of restaurants, markets, and attractions. It nestles on the fourth floor, only accessible by stairs, and affords city skyline and courtyard views you can enjoy with coffee. Besides being budget-friendly, this rooftop studio gives a good deal for weekly bookings.

A safe is available for precious items you do not wish to carry in your outings. You can spend your evenings watching movies using the Chromecast and sound system.

Stayed at this property?
Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
1.64 km (1.1 mi) from El Retiro Park
71 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE CONDO 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the air conditioning is great and the ceiling window provides ventilation too
this apartment looks better than the photos the interior is really nice and well-oragnized for relatively small space
i lived here for several months and really enjoyed the apartment
the apartment is super well organized and has a really pleasant atmosphere
i dined in the apartment and had relaxing time there and it was definitely spacious enough
Cleanliness:
very clean and quiet place
moreover the space was sparkling clean but still felt cozy
neat very clean and in a very nice area of madrid
you have all you need - good equipped kitchen comfortable bed extra clean towels and bed linen
great host great location nice and clean and perfect for my staying
Host:
the host is amazing and amiable
i really recommend this host and the apartment
a wonderful host who we'd be happy to recommend to everyone
the host was also fantastic - excellent local knowledge and very eager and willing to help
i loved staying at lorenzos place he was so flexible and accommodating
Location:
the place and location are amazing
the location is most central - amazing neighbourhood with all you need
this apartment is perfectly located on a side street in between two bigger streets
lorenzo's apartment is really cozy and well located
it’s also super centrally located but quiet and private
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8. Bright home with a lovely patio (from USD 274)

Anticipate a wonderful stay in this bright home with substantial windows and skylights, inviting natural sunshine. The mezzanine serves as the second bedroom and is furnished with a library. A private lift will take you directly to the living area, as well.

The open patio is perfect for bonding with your family over a barbeque meal. The room-darkening shades will be helpful whenever you’d like to sleep in. You will get a discount when you make a short-term booking here.

Stayed at this property?
Madrid, Spain
1.66 km (1.1 mi) from El Retiro Park
177 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we came at the end of a heat wave and the air conditioning worked great
although a small space it was very comfortable and had everything we needed
the apartment is as pictured thoughtfully decorated and has an amazing terrace with views across madrid's rooftops
big terrace well furnished and full working kitchen big bath great bedroom thanks again
Cleanliness:
everything was super clean and communication was really easy
very clean and has everything you could need
best flat i ever had clean and tidy apartment with a really nice mezzanine with a lot of books
their home is so energetically clean + clear
it was absolutely comfortable well located clean and felt like home
Host:
jorge was very attentive and helpful throughout our stay
jorge is one of the best hosts i've had
angelina and jorge are tremendously gracious hosts
during our stay i texted some questions to jorge and got very helpful responses almost immediately
our hosts were the most delightful and helpful people you could hope for and were gracious to a fault
Location:
the location is perfect
perfect location and atmosphere
great location and amazing apartment
it’s in perfect location lot of nice restaurants around and night life
the location is perfect too full of nice restaurants to go to
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9. Stylish home close to museums

Excellent for art lovers, this stylish home is steps from museums and theaters. You can rent bicycles or take the metro nearby to explore the lovely city. The fresh bathroom features all essentials, including a hair dryer and hot water supply. Extra pillows and blankets are also provided. You can smoke on the cozy patio which is also ideal for evening cheer and a glass of wine.

If this is the perfect match for your short holiday, you’ll be happy to know it offers a discount for weekly stays!

Stayed at this property?
Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
1.39 km (0.9 mi) from El Retiro Park
109 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the apartment is not air-conditioned but fans were doing a decent job keeping us cool
stylish place with great amenities and top notch kitchen appliances
the apartment is equipped with the most important basic things like a hairdryer soap detergent etc
well equipped kitchen the one thing is it’s on the ground floor with very few sunshine
Cleanliness:
nikohl's place was very very clean and it was very modern
we had an awesome stay in this clean and modern apartment
cleanliness is phenomenal but best part is host
nikohl was an amazing host and her place is so clean cozy and comfortable i didn't want to leave
Host:
very nice host and very helpful and caring
nikohl is a great host
nikohl is an amazing host
nikohl was a perfect host
nikohl was a great host and very responsive
Location:
great location close to transportation
the location is perfect
excellent location near city centre close to two metro stations
we really enjoyed this place the location was good
nikhol's place is centrally located and amazingly well equipped
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Book a fantastic rental in Madrid

Madrid guarantees an unforgettable holiday with its diverse attractions and many things to do. Elevate your vacation by booking one of these best short-term rentals in Madrid, Spain.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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