Best study places in Madrid

Finding the perfect place to study is quite a challenge: there can't be too much noise, the tables should have enough space, and you must be able to concentrate to the max. The good news is that in Madrid, there are plenty of cafes, libraries, and spaces where you can do that. Keep reading to find out which are the best study spots in the city!

Honest Greens 

Honest Greens is a healthy, organic, and sustainable restaurant chain. There are multiple locations across the city. For focused study, the one located in Calle Velazquez is perfect. The coffee area is located downstairs making it a perfect and quiet place to get your tasks done. Please note that during lunch hours you are not allowed to bring your laptop. However, we recommend you have lunch there as their dishes are to-die-for. Make sure to try out the Latin Lover bowl and the sweet potato fries.  

Monkee Koffee and Federal 

Monkee Koffee and Federal offer specialty coffee and communal workspaces for students and young professionals. Both welcome laptops and tablets for studying. Monkee Coffee is in Chamberí District, while Federal has two locations, one in La Latina and another in Malasaña. Besides being a study hub, Federal is also a brunch destination, with sandwiches, eggs, French toasts, pancakes, and so much more. 

La Bicicleta 

La Bicicleta is located right in the heart of Malasaña. The decoration of this place will capture your attention with its unique decor: exposed brick walls, cozy tattered sofas and bikes chained to the ceiling are just some of the things you’ll find here. This coffee shop offers dedicated laptop-friendly areas where you can focus on your projects while enjoying an exceptional specialty coffee.  

Santander Work Café 

Santander Work Café, a service offered by Santander Bank, provides convenient workspaces at various locations throughout the city. The best part? You don't need to be a bank client to enjoy their amenities. The cafes feature spacious tables and even offer bookable meeting rooms. If you happen to hold a Santander Bank card, you'll also enjoy discounts on coffee and snacks. Here are some of the city's Santander Work Café locations: 

  • Plaza de los Sagrados Corazones 1 
  • Calle Velázquez 31 
  • Calle Conde de Peñalver 46 
  • Paseo de Recoletos 19

Public libraries 

Madrid offers multiple public libraries, providing free study spaces. You can explore the available libraries, along with their locations, operating hours, addresses and contact information on this website
Don’t miss out the library located inside Retiro Park (Biblioteca Pública Municipal Eugenio Trías). If you are a nature lover and you want to study in a relaxed and calm space, this is your place. You can study and take a stroll around the park to enjoy some fresh air.  

Student Experience Madrid Pozuelo meeting rooms 

Meeting and study rooms at Madrid Pozuelo are suitable for both individual study and collaborative group tasks or projects. These rooms are specially designed for you to concentrate and rock your full potential! 

If you're looking for a space to work on group projects or spark creative brainstorming sessions (and perhaps even catch a breather while watching TV), consider the Malaga or Amsterdam meeting room. 
For those looking for a place for solo-studying sessions or collaborative group work, Leiden, Granada, and Madrid meeting rooms are excellent choices.  

Don't miss the opportunity to study on the terrace located on the 2nd floor, which offers nice views of the pool and provides a relaxed atmosphere to boost your productivity.