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Carretas Apartments

Name: Carretas Apartments
Address: Carretas 8, Madrid, ES

9.0/ 10Recommended

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Guest education on local ecosystems and cultureAir conditioningFamily roomsLift / ElevatorSafety deposit boxPrivate check-in/check-outAll 40 facilities +

Review

Guest scores & sentiment

From 80 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-20

Guests consistently praise the unbeatable central location near Puerta del Sol and metro, as well as the clean, spacious apartments with well-equipped kitchens and comfortable beds. The main drawbacks are occasional noise from the street or upper floors, an older building requiring stair climbing with luggage, and some compact secondary bedrooms and bathrooms.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.7

Rooms9.1

Cleanliness9.1

Wi-Fi8.9

Facilities8.9

Service8.8

Value8.6

Surroundings8.4

＋ PraisedExcellent location · Spacious and clean · Comfortable beds · Prime location within walking distance to major attractions

－ ComplaintsExternal noise/construction · Small/windowless rooms · Cramped bathrooms · Stairs before elevator

KEYIdeal for travelers prioritizing location and sightseeing. Light sleepers should request interior-facing bedrooms, and those with large luggage should be prepared for stairs before the elevator.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the location and transport convenience?＋

Located just 100m from Puerta del Sol with excellent metro access. It scores 9.7/10 for location, praised as the best feature.

roomWhat are the room facilities and hygiene like?＋

Spacious, clean apartments with fully equipped kitchens, AC, and dual bathrooms. Room cleanliness scores 9.1/10.

pros_consWhat are the pros and cons of staying here?＋

Pros: Great location, spacious, well-equipped. Cons: Average soundproofing, stairs required for luggage, some compact windowless rooms.

policyWhat are the check-in and check-out times?＋

Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out at 11:00. Some guests noted occasional delays in receiving access codes.

familyIs this hotel suitable for families?＋

Yes, family rooms are available and children are allowed. However, note the old building requires stair climbing, which may be inconvenient with luggage.

diningDoes the hotel provide breakfast or dining services?＋

Apartments have fully equipped kitchens for self-catering. No official breakfast, but many dining options nearby. Hosted evening meals require reservation.

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Room types · 7

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Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)

1 × Double bed70 ㎡up to 5

These stylish, modern apartments come with free WiFi and air conditioning. Each one has a living-dining area with sofas, a dining table, flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Their kitchens are equipped with an electric hob, oven and washing machine.

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Two-Bedroom Apartment (5 Adults)

1 × Queen bed70 ㎡up to 5

The stylish, modern apartments come with free WiFi and air conditioning. Each one has a living-dining area with sofas, a dining table, flat-screen TV and a DVD player and a balcony offering street view. The 2 bedrooms are interior facing, one comes with a single bed with a big closet. The kitchen is equipped with an electric hob, oven and washing machine.

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Two-Bedroom Apartment (5 Adults)

1 × Queen bed70 ㎡up to 5

This spacious apartment consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The well-fitted kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The air-conditioned apartment provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker as well as city views. The unit offers 3 beds.

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Two-Bedroom Apartment (5 Adults)

1 × Queen bed70 ㎡up to 5

Located on the first floor, this modern apartments come with free WiFi and air conditioning. Each one has a living-dining area with 2 balconies with street view, sofas, a dining table, flat-screen TV and a DVD player. The 2 bedrooms are interior facing, one comes with a single bed with a wardrobe, and the second with a double bed with a big closet. The kitchen is equipped with an electric hob, oven and washing machine.

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Two-Bedroom Apartment (6 Adults)

1 × Queen bed70 ㎡up to 5

Located on the 3rd floor the stylish, modern apartments come with free WiFi and air conditioning. Each one has a living-dining area with sofas, a dining table, flat-screen TV and a DVD player and a balcony offering street view. The 2 bedrooms are interior facing, one comes with twin beds, and the second one offers a double bed and a big closet. The kitchen is equipped with an electric hob, oven and washing machine.

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Two-Bedroom Apartment (6 Adults)

1 × Queen bed70 ㎡up to 5

This bright and stylish apartments come with free WiFi and air conditioning. Each one has a living-dining area with sofas, a dining table, flat-screen TV and a DVD player and a balcony offering street view. The 2 bedrooms are interior facing, one comes with twin beds, and the second one offers a double bed and a big closet. The kitchen is equipped with an electric hob, oven and washing machine.

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Penthouse Apartment

1 × Queen bed50 ㎡up to 2

This attic apartment has a toaster, kitchen and microwave. Please note that the apartment has low ceilings in some areas, particularly in the kitchen, bathroom and bedroom.

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Paco Roncero

Creative · ★★ Michelin

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CEBO

Creative · ★ Michelin

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Located inside the luxurious and centrally located Hotel Urban, CEBO is run by Javier Sanz and Juan Sahuquillo, two young chefs who have enjoyed considerable success at their restaurants in Casa-Ibáñez (Cañitas Maite Gastro and Oba-). In this intimate and romantic setting, where high levels of service are very much to the fore, they look to explore in even greater detail the natural flavour of every ingredient (sourced from their own vegetable garden and small-scale producers around the country) with a focus on simplicity and superb technique, as highlighted in sauces that are perfectly balanc

414m

Gofio

Contemporary, Regional Cuisine · ★ Michelin

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It was clear that Gofio’s cuisine needed a change of scenery and a larger space in which to give full rein to the cuisine of the Canary Islands, and at first glance it seems to have worked!The new premises, located in a street parallel to the ever-busy and bustling Gran Vía, is laid out on two floors with a private space at street level and the main dining room in the basement, in the style of a modern bistro with an open kitchen. The Tenerife-born chef at the helm, Safe Cruz, showcases the traditional flavours of the islands from a creative perspective on three tasting menus (Gofio Express, C

487m

Deessa

Creative · ★★ Michelin

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Deessa is a restaurant like no other and is the gourmet standard-bearer of the Mandarin Oriental Ritz in Madrid. The incomparable dining room, exquisitely laid out in the Alfonso XIII salon overlooking the garden, is the perfect setting in which to savour the intrinsic beauty of the great Quique Dacosta’s exquisite culinary vision. This celebrated chef keeps a watchful eye on everything here, closely following the cuisine created by resident head chef Domenico Vildacci. Their elegant dishes exploring the flavours of the Mediterranean and the Extremadura region are showcased on two tasting menu

888m

DSTAgE

Creative · ★★ Michelin

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The most striking thing about this restaurant housed in an industrial loft in the Salesas district of the city is how it embodies Vitoria-born chef Diego Guerrero's determination to be free to create, to surprise and to break down the barriers around our personal comfort zones. The high-ceilinged interior has a relaxed feel with its exposed brick walls, retro design features, internal patio and an open-view kitchen that maximises the connection between the chefs and their customers. There’s also an annexe (DSPOT Studio & Events) dedicated to creativity, research and event planning. Thanks to h

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Chispa Bistró

Modern Cuisine · ★ Michelin

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A restaurant with an industrial vibe in the heart of the city’s Chueca district, featuring an open-view kitchen impressively and enthusiastically run by Juan D'Onofrio, a young Argentinian-born chef who is very happy with his life in Madrid.The aim of the contemporary cuisine here is to showcase the full nuances of the Mediterranean, to which the chef adds interesting Argentinian influences, with a strong focus on fire and the grill (all dishes pass over the coals or are smoked), and the use of aged fish and meat in which every flavour is emphasised. The à la carte, with the option of half por

830m

Yugo The Bunker

Japanese · ★ Michelin

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If you’re unfamiliar with the concept of Japan’s traditional pubs (izakayas), you’ll be pleasantly surprised by Yugo, which replicates the feel of this typical aspect of Japanese daily life. The impeccable setting, featuring spaces with two distinct ambiences plus a sushi bar with a profusion of wood and decorative masks and flags, provides the backdrop for cuisine prepared to the minutest detail by Julián Mármol, who skilfully combines Japanese and Mediterranean cuisine while respecting the subtlety of the Far East. Everything stems from his use of the finest ingredients, resulting in a succe

924m

Corral de la Morería Gastronómico

Modern Cuisine · ★ Michelin

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Home to the “world’s best flamenco tablao”, this historic venue is now enhanced by two highly distinct dining spaces: the Tablao restaurant, where you can dine while watching the live flamenco show; and a separate contemporary gastronomic space which is much quieter and has seating for just eight guests.In the latter, overseen by chef David García, the decor and service shine through, providing an impressive backdrop for a single, modern tasting menu (Compás) with a strong nod to the chef’s Basque origins. Another impressive feature here is the sublime wine cellar, which boasts a magnificent s

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Carretas Apartments

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 7

Two-Bedroom Apartment (4 Adults)

Two-Bedroom Apartment (5 Adults)

Two-Bedroom Apartment (5 Adults)

Two-Bedroom Apartment (5 Adults)

Two-Bedroom Apartment (6 Adults)

Two-Bedroom Apartment (6 Adults)

Penthouse Apartment

Facilities · 40

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