Internship Program: Lodging
BEST's housing policy exists to assist the participants of its programs. BEST recommends that the candidate arrive in Madrid on the Saturday or Sunday before the commencement of the program to look for lodging which corresponds with your needs. However, if this is not convenient for you, at no extra cost, we will find you a shared apartment with other participants, a deluxe apartment rental or Spanish roommates.
These are the options we make available:
1. You can sign up for a shared student apartment at all our program locations. These are normally flats with shared bathroom(s), kitchen and a common area with 2 to 4 bedrooms. Cleaning and upkeep are sometimes provided by the owner. They are fully equipped and centrally located. Sometimes there is Internet. A private room costs approximately 500 Euros/month (approx. $670) and a room shared with a friend costs approx. 300 Euros/month each (approx. $400), sometimes payable in advance. The shared room option is only for participants who sign up to come together.
2. In Spain you can sign up for a deluxe apartment, through our partner Friendly Rentals. These can be a loft, a studio or one, two, three bedroom apartments with full services within a converted townhouse or historical building. The decoration is nicer, there is Internet connect, better security. All expenses and cleaning are included. All centrally located. Ask for specific details and photos. Prices range from 60 Euros a night for double occupancy. For this reason this option is normally popular for visiting parents and relatives.
Note: All quoted rent prices can fluctuate according to the exchange rate and the individual landlord's requirement.
3. Room with a Spanish, Belgian or Italian family with either breakfast or half board.
Examples of Costs:
Madrid:
Single room + breakfast only: approx. 160€/week;
Single room + half board: approx. 195€/week
Barcelona:
Single room + breakfast only: approx. 135€/week;
Single room + half board: approx. 170€/week
Note: Exact costs depend on individual owners and can continually fluctuate according to season and demand.
4. You can elect to arrange your own lodging.
