Castellana Travel Guide

Madrid

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Book a stay in the Castellana to explore one of Madrid's best known neighbourhoods and stroll the length of this iconic avenue.

The Castellana is one of the six neighbourhoods of the district of Salamanca, in the centre of Madrid. It takes its name from the famous Paseo de la Castellana that, in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, ran through the city from north to south. Today the neighbourhood is the financial hub of the capital, but it hides many more secrets. Book a cheap trip to the Castellana to discover them!

The Paseo de la Castellana is the iconic avenue that runs through Madrid. It begins at the Plaza de Colón, a public space where you will find a neo-gothic monument honouring the famous navigator better known in English as Columbus. In the eastern part of the square is the Jardines del Descubrimiento, commemorating the discovery of America, with a series of curious concrete statues. Check out the detail on them!

Art lovers will come across a pleasant surprise in the Public Art Museum, an open-air exhibition of 17 abstract sculptures by Spanish artists under the Enrique de la Mata Gorostigaza bridge. Don't miss the National Museum of Natural Sciences, dedicated to the study and dissemination of this branch of science and located in an old palace. It is the perfect place to visit as a family, although people of all ages will enjoy its many and varied exhibitions.

Castellana getaway packages are also perfect for sports fans, who will not want to miss the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the home of Real Madrid. Attend a game at this temple of football or take a tour of its facilities. Visit the museum, where you can see all the trophies and other curiosities, and go into the changing rooms of the stars.

To get here, fly to Madrid-Barajas airport, take the metro, and then a short bus ride. The journey will take you little more than half an hour! Check our travel offers to the Castellana and spend some pleasant days in Spain's capital.


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Top hotels in Castellana

Barceló Emperatriz

Barceló Emperatriz

5 out of 5
Calle de Lopez de Hoyos, 4 Madrid Madrid
The price is ₹29,831 per night from 25 May to 26 May
₹29,831
₹32,815 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,148 reviews)
Great place, attentive staff that makes you feel welcome and at home. Will come back again with family. Highly recommended

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Barceló Emperatriz
Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84 Madrid
The price is ₹16,749 per night from 10 May to 11 May
₹16,749
₹18,424 total
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,814 reviews)
Hotel should have 5 stars. The staff is the highlight, friendly, professional and prompt to helping out. The room was the best we have in this trip, spacious with a breathtaking view of the the palace. The breakfast has a lot of variety and it was delicious. The rooftop has 360 views of the city. ...

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Novotel Madrid Center

Novotel Madrid Center

4 out of 5
O'donnell 53 Madrid Madrid
The price is ₹23,748 per night from 25 May to 26 May
₹23,748
₹26,123 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,180 reviews)
Good location

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Novotel Madrid Center
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is ₹19,149 per night from 10 May to 11 May
₹19,149
₹21,064 total
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,299 reviews)
Super clean hotel and room. The breakfast was delicious, with a big variety of choices.

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Hotel Regina
Live It Gran Via

Live It Gran Via

2.5 out of 5
Calle Gran Vía 36 Madrid
The price is ₹8,160 per night from 10 May to 11 May
₹8,160
₹8,976 total
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Popular attractions Gran Via and Puerta del Sol are located nearby.
7/10 Good! (369 reviews)
16 hour without water , bedbugs in the mattress

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Live It Gran Via
Hotel Emperador

Hotel Emperador

4 out of 5
Gran Via 53 Madrid Madrid
The price is ₹18,022 per night from 10 May to 11 May
₹18,022
₹19,825 total
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,107 reviews)
Good size room and bathroom. Breakfast was a good selection. Rooftop bar had excellent views. Reception staff were very helpful. Location was exceptional.

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Hotel Emperador
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Other neighbourhoods around Castellana

Salamanca

Salamanca

4.5/5(130 area reviews)

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

Salamanca
Almagro

Almagro

While you're in Almagro, take in top sights like Sorolla Museum or Paseo de la Castellana, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ruben Dario Station or Gregorio Maranon Station.

Almagro
Recoletos

Recoletos

Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like National Archaeological Museum.

Recoletos
Chueca

Chueca

4.5/5(65 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and Plaza de Chueca. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca Station to see more of the city.

Chueca
Ibiza

Ibiza

During your stop in Ibiza, check out the parks, and jump on the metro at Ibiza Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Ibiza
Malasaña

Malasaña

4/5(42 area reviews)

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

Malasaña


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