The siesta is known as a significant part of Spanish culture, and one that is even adopted by Filipinos.
However, hectic work weeks in Madrid’s business district Azca has prevented employees from the afternoon ritual.
Entrepreneur Maria Estrella Jorro de Inza created her own solution: a nap-bar called “Siesta and Go” that opened last May 2017, reports Bloomberg.
Tokyo’s capsule hotels, which allows clients to catch a quick nap, inspired the concept.
Since Spain’s lunch breaks can go on for two hours and Spaniards work late nights, the nap-bar offers a chance to recharge within the day.
Siesta and Go has 19 beds with fresh sheets daily. For €14 an hour (roughly P800), besides a comfortable place to sleep, clients get earplugs, slippers and access to a coffee area.
Employees like bankers, lawyers and consultants in their 20s and 30s, as well as men in their 50s, are de Inza’s usual clients.
Amenities like an arm chair and a study desk are available for an additional fee:
With overworked students and employees, nap spaces are becoming a trend even in the Philippines. The Diligence Café in Quezon City allows showers and naps for people who need a recharge within the day. Niña V. Guno/JB
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