Alcobendas

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Close to the capital, Alcobendas awaits a little-known destination where you can enjoy a holiday full of sport and tradition.

If you’re passionate about exercise and looking for a holiday with physical activities, then Alcobendas is your destination. Choose one of our cheap trips to Alcobendas and discover the secrets of this sporting city north of the Spanish capital.

Alcobendas is ideally located just 9 miles from Madrid and 6 miles from Barajas airport, making the municipality easily accessible as a tourist destination to enjoy your holidays.

Take advantage of your holiday in Alcobendas to get in shape at the Ciudad Deportiva Valdelasfuentes, sporting facilities where, as well astoning up, you can take a dip in a wave pool right in the centre of town, join in a competition at the velodrome or strap on your skates and hit the skating rink. And after a day of working out, relax at the José Caballero Municipal Sports Centre. There you’ll find a sauna and steam baths open to everyone. Take a break after all that activity.

As well as sports, holiday deals to Alcobendas will show you the history and traditions of the centre of the peninsula. Sign up for activities with some of the associations responsible for disseminating the historical culture of Madrid. Immerse yourself in the Spanish spirit and discover popular dances and local fiestas. Another of this destination’s great strengths is the cuisine, rich in products typical of the centre of the Iberian Peninsula. Enjoy hearty dishes such as cocido stew, mollejas sweetbreads and typical Madrid callos tripe. Heaven on Earth for a gourmand.

The continental Mediterranean climate is characterised by great variations in temperatures depending on the season. The best time to visit Alcobendas is in spring, the perfect season to explore the interesting Bonsai Museum and take in the serene beauty of its Japanese Gardens.

Book your flight + hotel in Alcobendas to explore this little-known destination near the capital with a wide range of options to make the most of your downtime.

Where to stay in Alcobendas

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La Moraleja

Well liked for its monuments and shopping, La Moraleja is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Golf La Moraleja and Heron Diversia, and jump on the metro at La Moraleja Station to get around the city.

La Moraleja
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Arroyo de la Vega

3.5/5(7 area reviews)

Arroyo de la Vega is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Centro Comercial La Vega and Jardin de la Vega.

Arroyo de la Vega
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
3 out of 5
Avenida de Aragón 402, Madrid
The price is RM330 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
RM330
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (860 reviews)
"very quiet"

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Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Riu Plaza España
4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84, Madrid
The price is RM970 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
RM970
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,198 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel! No negatives at all. Awesome view of Madrid from the terrace. They even called a doctor for us when I got sick at the hitel. Servce, facilities, dinning options and breakfast facilities are impecable. Highly reccomend this hotel."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hostel Thirty One
Hostel Thirty One
1 out of 5
C. de Juan Bautista de Toledo 31, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this hostel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santiago Bernabéu Stadium and WiZink Center ...
7.2/10 Good! (106 reviews)
Son de lo mejor, a precios accesibles!
"Hospedaje bonito, céntrico y de muy buena atención. Altamente recomendado!"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Hostel Thirty One
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.
Compostela Suites Apartments
Compostela Suites Apartments
3 out of 5
C/ Zambrana, 4, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (264 reviews)
"Best AC in a European hotel…..spacious and clean."

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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 WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (635 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Gran View Apartments
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 WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,156 reviews)
"Amazing place. All the staff went beyond their ways to help us out. Even packed a breakfast for us when we were leaving early. There was a damp problem in the room we were. The room was having a musty smell whenever we went in and it will go away either after opening the window or starting the ..."

Reviewed on 28 May 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 Alcobendas

3.6
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
16 Jun 2019

Madrid is a great city to visit and the hotel was ideal for an early transfer to the airport. However, if exploring the city for a few days, it might be better to stay closer to the centre

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
7 Jun 2019

Ok sort of