Where to live in Madrid?

Madrid is a great European capital, and it is so big and the accommodation offer is so varied that it can be a bit overwhelming to decide where to live. There are neighbourhoods that are made for families, others that are ideal for workers who need to be close to offices, and others that are perfect for students. The most important thing for a student is to have access to universities and libraries while being able to travel downtown when looking for entertainment.

• Moncloa: This neighbourhood is considered the university neighbourhood since the Complutense University is located here. It is not located in the center so it is not too noisy and chaotic, however, you will find students in any cafe or bar you go to.

• Malasaña: This neighbourhood is always full of atmosphere, art galleries, hidden bars on every corner, second-hand shops and hundreds of corners. It is one of the favorite areas for students if they are looking for a party. If you are looking for tranquility, stay away! It is a neighbourhood that never sleeps.

• La Latina: This neighbourhood is accessible to students as there are many old buildings looking for residents. This makes it one of the best neighbourhoods for students in Madrid. In addition, it is characterized by its gastronomic offer, here you will find many bars and restaurants where you can enjoy some tapas or a snack.

• Chamberí: It is the smallest district of Madrid and has become one of the most populated and demanded areas of the capital. Close to sports facilities, green areas and an important commercial area. It is ideal for lovers of sports and quiet life. In addition, it has very good communications, both with the center and with the universities.

• Sol: Ten percent of Erasmus students live here, so it is the ideal neighbourhood for you if you are looking for an intercultural and different environment. It is an area similar to Malasaña, both in price and atmosphere, since it is also a neighbourhood that never sleeps. Whether for tourists or students, in Sol you will never get bored.

If you want to have more information about each of the preferred neighbourhoods of students in Madrid, you can read our blog post about each of them. This way you will decide for sure and you will be able to start your experience in an environment that suits you and your preferences.

Where to go out in Madrid?

If what you are looking for when moving is to enjoy the atmosphere and nightlife typical of Spanish culture, you are in the ideal city. In Madrid there is never a lack of parties and every day you can find night activities to enjoy all hours of the day, if you want to know which are the best areas to party, have a drink, or simply take advantage of the night, here they are:

• Huertas: It is one of the liveliest areas of Madrid and the favorite place for tourists and foreign students. The atmosphere is concentrated in Calle de Huertas itself and its parallel streets, and specifically Plaza de Santa Ana. It is very close to Puerta del Sol, where you can also find places that are a benchmark in Madrid's nightlife, one of the better known Joy Eslava.
• Malasaña: It is also located in the city center and is characterized by its alternative and bohemian atmosphere. These streets are full of rooms, gambling dens, bars and nightclubs of all kinds. It is an area mainly full of young people and a key point for everything: even sandwich shops open 24 hours so that the party does not end despite hunger.
• Chueca: The neighbourhood that never sleeps is internationally known for the joy that permeates its streets, full of small bars and pubs where everyone is welcome. This area also stands out for its diversity, this neighbourhood became the central nightlife area for the LGTB community decades ago and today there are mixed venues that generate an atmosphere of respect and complicity.
• Gran Vía: If what you are looking for as nightlife is something quieter, you can find hundreds of options in Gran Vía. In the theaters of this area, plays, musicals, monologues, and even films are shown daily. Select the show that you like the most, buy tickets in advance and come to enjoy it.
• Ponzano: If we move a little away from the most central area of ​​the capital, we can reach Calle Ponzano, one of the favorite fashion areas of young people. It is full of restaurants where you can have a drink at the bar or sit down to dinner, and of course it is full of places that are open until dawn, where groups of young people get together to drink before going to other places to party, usually along Calle Orense, very close to Ponzano and with cheap nightclubs that open all night.

If when you think of Spain endless nights and endless entertainment come to mind, you will spend a lot of time in each of these neighbourhoods and you will become an expert of the best places for each day of the week. Get ready to have fun and enjoy!