Madrid: the Latest City to Open Public Napping Space


A Spanish company has opened the first public napping space in Madrid.

Siesta & Go promises Spaniards a quiet and restful getaway in the middle of the city’s business center.

Napping spaces are nothing new; places to rest already exist in other big cities, such as Tokyo, London, Brussels and New York. But the idea would appear to work well with the culture of Spain, where people traditionally take an afternoon nap, called a siesta.

Siesta & Go invites people to try a different place to lie down and enjoy the qualities of a short rest.

The Madrid nap bar recently opened with 19 beds. They can be rented by the minute or by the hour. People can choose either a private or shared room. An hour of napping time inside a private room costs about $15.

The company also offers areas to work, as well as armchairs, newspapers and coffee for those not wishing to sleep.

Philip Marco is one happy customer. Marcos says he gets tired during the day because he has a long drive to work. He says a siesta is the perfect way to build up energy.

Siesta & Go provides all bedding, clean nightshirts and other materials. Nappers can request to be woken up when their time is up.

While many Spaniards love their midday naps, others say they are just too busy to keep this tradition.

But many health experts believe there is evidence that taking a short nap can be very good for the body and mind.

Guy Meadows is founder of the Sleep School, which aims to help people get better sleep. He says power naps can increase energy, improve memory and help people stay focused, along with other benefits.

Siesta & Go cites scientific studies suggesting that taking a siesta can also prevent heart disease, lower blood pressure and reduce stress.



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