Chueca

Madrid

Chueca showing a city and cafe scenes as well as a large group of people
Chueca
Chueca
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Photo by Juan Antonio García Molina

This avant-garde part of Madrid is known as the gay quarter because of its numerous LGBT shops and bars, a Gay Pride march and an open-minded populace.

Chueca is a stylish neighbourhood in the centre of Madrid, just north of the old town. It is known as the gay area of the city due to its LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) associations. The neighbourhood has numerous gay-friendly shops and bars as well as an important annual Gay Pride march. Chueca represents the progressive and stylish side of Madrid in contrast with the rustic feel of the bordering old town area. Visit this beacon of tolerance and open-mindedness on your trip to Madrid.

Near the metro station, relax in the Plaza de Chueca, a square surrounded by large buildings. It is filled with wide, open space, which is representative of Chueca’s general ambiance. Read a book at a café or have a few drinks at a bar in the evening. The streets of Fuencarral and Hortaleza are teeming with life and bright lights from night until dawn.

Admire the alternative clothing choices in the shops and on the streets. The area is a fashion hub so you can find anything from exclusive designers to bohemian treasures. Enjoy a meal at one of the international restaurants along the streets and in the main plaza.

Attend the Gay Pride festival, held every year in June or July. Streets fill with extravagant clothes, flags and dancing and the walls echo with singing. The festival perfectly encompasses the diverse and liberating atmosphere of the Chueca area.

Chueca is named after the 19th-century composer Federico Chueca. He wrote for the zarzuela genre, a blend of operatic singing and prosaic lines. Visit a local souvenir shop to hear the music playing and purchase a CD to keep the memories sharp after your visit is over.

The Chueca neighbourhood is in the centre of Madrid, near attractions such as San Jerónimo el Real and the Museo Nacional del Prado. It is just east of the Malasaña area, which is packed with restaurants, bars and clubs. Take the Metro to the Chueca station to explore the area. A number of buses stop in the neighbourhood as well.


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Top hotels in Chueca

B&B HOTEL Madrid Centro F52

B&B HOTEL Madrid Centro F52

2.5 out of 5
Calle de Fuencarral 52, Madrid
The price is RM419 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
RM419
RM461 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gran Via and Puerta del Sol are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (325 reviews)
Excellent hotel for your stay in MAD.
"Perfect hotel for a stay in Madrid. Right in the middle of everything. Everyone was super friendly and the room are very cozy, clean and modern. Every morning you have a bag with baked goods and the coffee station on top floor is great too. Don’t forget to check the little terrace especially at ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

B&B HOTEL Madrid Centro F52
Only YOU Boutique Hotel

Only YOU Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Calle Barquillo, 21, Madrid, Madrid
The price is RM867 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
RM867
RM954 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"Great experience"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Only YOU Boutique Hotel
Petit Palace Chueca

Petit Palace Chueca

3 out of 5
Calle de Hortaleza 3, Madrid, Madrid
The price is RM610 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
RM610
RM671 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (918 reviews)
"Staff very accommodating. ( especially Patricia at check in on Sunday morning!)Just steps away from Gran Via but my room was very quiet. Updated, fresh and clean. Interior elevator beautifully restored, open and visible from all floors. Very nice youth-inspired touches, for example if you want your ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Petit Palace Chueca
SmartRental Collection Gran Vía Capital

SmartRental Collection Gran Vía Capital

4 out of 5
Calle Gran Vía 14, Madrid
The price is RM974 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
RM974
RM1,072 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (863 reviews)
"This is the third experience and it was successful."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

SmartRental Collection Gran Vía Capital
Hotel JC Rooms Chueca

Hotel JC Rooms Chueca

3 out of 5
Calle Infantas 5, Madrid
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM250 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
RM250
RM275 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (716 reviews)
"Hotel was great. Definitely worth the price. We also love the things of the room. They gave us the USA room, which was fun."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Hotel JC Rooms Chueca
H10 Villa de la Reina Boutique Hotel

H10 Villa de la Reina Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Gran Via 22, Madrid, Madrid
The price is RM533 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
RM533
RM587 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Excellent location to get around Madrid."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

H10 Villa de la Reina Boutique Hotel
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