The Spanish capital is not all hustle and bustle nibble tapas in a cobbled square, visit ancient churches, or relax in one of Madrid’s spacious parks.
Madrid Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Madrid
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 Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Plaza Mayor and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
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 La Caixa Foundation. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.
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.
Malasaña
4/5(42 area reviews)
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Liria Palace while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
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.
Hotel Emperador
Gran Via 53, Madrid, Madrid
The price is ₹18,448 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
₹18,448
₹20,293 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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! (1,573 reviews)
"Excelente atención y maravilloso Hotel"
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Plaza de España, 18, Madrid
The price is ₹24,344 per night from 4 May to 5 May
₹24,344
₹26,779 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,745 reviews)
"Well located property, very near the palace and metro links to allow easy access to anywhere in Madrid. Staff were very nice, room was cleaned to a very good standard daily. Well equipped gym and nice range of food available at breakfast. Would definitely recommend if you are staying in Madrid."
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Avenida de Aragón 402, Madrid
The price is ₹6,533 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
₹6,533
₹7,186 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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! (1,911 reviews)
"Great value"
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025
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.
Smartr Madrid Gran Vía 47
Calle Gran Vía 47, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (306 reviews)
"For a 3-star hotel it is excellent. In front of La Gran Via and the Santo Domingo bus and metro stops, it makes moving through Madrid a breeze. Carefour grocery is nearby, so are restaurants and ice cream shops. Near Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and other landmarks in the area."
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2025
Compostela Suites Apartments
C/ Zambrana, 4, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (534 reviews)
"Overall good. However in apartment in the kitchen you can find only cutlery for 2 people. No kettle, tea or coffee. No hairdryer. Air-conditioning had silly noise. We stay only for one night so was ok for us. But didn't want to stay for longer time. Reception very friendly and very good communication. ..."
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2025
Gran View Apartments
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
"Everything just perfect: location, location, location!"
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Gran Via
4/5(413 reviews)
Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.
Bernabéu Stadium
4.5/5(173 reviews)
Cheer on the superstar players of one of the world’s most successful soccer clubs and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the colossal 81,000-capacity stadium.
Puerta del Sol
4/5(419 reviews)
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
Plaza Mayor
4.5/5(572 reviews)
Make your way to Madrid's iconic cobbled square and stroll past artists' stalls, listen to local street musicians, or sit down in the porticos to enjoy a coffee.
El Retiro Park
4.5/5(463 reviews)
Alongside games of football and couples in pedalos, the art galleries, buskers and 17th-century palace give El Retiro a different flavour to your average park.
Prado Museum
4.5/5(288 reviews)
A world-renowned art museum with some of Europe’s most important masterpieces on display, this is an essential part of any Madrid tourist itinerary.
Reviews of Madrid
4.6
Top destination
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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- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Plaza Mayor
- El Retiro Park
- IFEMA
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- Madrid Zoo Aquarium
- WiZink Center
- Riyadh Air Metropolitano
- Puerta de Alcalá
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
- Plaza de Castilla
- Paseo de la Castellana
- San Miguel Market
- Jarama Circuit
- Plaza de Cibeles
- Las Rozas Village Outlet
- Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
- Paseo del Prado
- Plaza de Callao