Madrid Travel Guide

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Madrid
Madrid
Almudena Cathedral
Madrid
Madrid
Madrid is one of Europe’s most popular cities for its lively atmosphere, fascinating history, renowned museums and stunning architecture.

Where to stay in Madrid

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Madrid Centro

4.5/5(745 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Gran Via and Puerta del Sol, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.

Madrid Centro
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Salamanca

4.5/5(128 area reviews)

Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and Golden Mile. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.

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Sol

If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Gran Via or El Oso y el Madrono and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.

Sol
Madrid featuring religious elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Retiro

4/5(68 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like Glass Palace and El Retiro Park, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.

Retiro
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Atocha

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Atocha, you might enjoy attractions like Atocha Station Memorial and Paseo del Arte. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Mendez alvaro Station to see more of the city.

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Malasaña

4/5(42 area reviews)

Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Manuela Malasaña while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.

Malasaña
Hotel Emperador
Hotel Emperador
4 out of 5
Gran Via 53, Madrid, Madrid
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.534.456 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
Rp2.534.456
Rp2.787.902 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,464 reviews)
"Great hotel, great experience"

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2025

Hotel Emperador
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Riu Plaza España
4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84, Madrid
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.595.959 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
Rp2.595.959
Rp2.855.487 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,839 reviews)
"The room was too hot because it’s winter AC didn’t work"

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
3 out of 5
Avenida de Aragón 402, Madrid
Fully refundable
The price is Rp891.053 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
Rp891.053
Rp980.159 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,703 reviews)
"Great place to stay if your headed out of Madrid"

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2025

Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Gran View Apartments
Gran View Apartments
4 out of 5
C/ Gran Vía 48, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (933 reviews)
"Es una opción increíble para una familia numerosa . El Lugar es bien céntrico y puedes caminar con facilidad a todos los lugares . Recomendable"

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2025

Gran View Apartments
Slow Suites Chueca
Slow Suites Chueca
3.5 out of 5
Calle San Marcos, 8, Madrid
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gran ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (417 reviews)
"It's really nice and spacious apartment in central Madrid. Very close to shopping area (Gran Via) and also local Mercado San Anton. The entire stay was great, apartment is equipped with smart TV and full kitchen. Check in/out is also easy. The only downside and making this place earned 4 out of 5 ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2025

Slow Suites Chueca
Suites Viena Plaza de España
Suites Viena Plaza de España
3 out of 5
Juan Alvarez Mendizabal 17, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,223 reviews)
"The front desk staff were friendly and extremely helpful, accommodating our early arrival and scheduling a large taxi to transport five people and lots of luggage to the airport. Breakfast was great and included pastries, proteins, and fresh fruit. The location worked out well for us, as it was walkable ..."

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2024

Suites Viena Plaza de España
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Madrid

4.6
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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" "4 - Good 31%
3 - Okay
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" "3 - Okay 5%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Visits to The Prado, Thyssen Bornemisza and Reina Sofia Museums fantastic. Plaza Santa Ana great for nightlife. Atocha Station very near. Trip to Toledo by train well worth it.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Locals very friendly in a cosmopolitan city would love to visit again

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely city

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Really lovely capital.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Having been a citicen of the capital I enjoy my stay

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Cut is clean and easy to get around on foot. Seems quiet for a capital city. Liked the fact that people live in the city centre

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