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
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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 Gran Via, 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 Gran Via 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 Golden Mile. 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 RM1,007 per night from 18 May to 19 May
RM1,007
RM1,107 total
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,606 reviews)
"The best hotel in Madrid"
Reviewed on 14 May 2025
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Avenida de Aragón 402, Madrid
The price is RM301 per night from 18 May to 19 May
RM301
RM331 total
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,955 reviews)
"the only thing I would have liked is a vending machine that sold toiletries such body lotion. I actually walked to another hotel to purchase a small tube of lotion with aloe. Otherwise I liked my stay."
Reviewed on 12 May 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
C/ Gran Via, 84, Madrid
The price is RM824 per night from 18 May to 19 May
RM824
RM906 total
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,080 reviews)
"Great location, great rooftop bar and excellent staff"
Reviewed on 14 May 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.
Gran View Apartments
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! (1,088 reviews)
"Very spacious and super nice location"
Reviewed on 14 May 2025
Smartr Madrid Gran Vía 47
Calle Gran Vía 47, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (324 reviews)
"OK"
Reviewed on 12 May 2025
Suites Viena Plaza de España
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 breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,249 reviews)
Excellent choice.
"Aparthotel style room. Comfortable beds. Water was always hot fast for showers. No laundry room on site. But a laundromat located right around the corner with good rates. Area Walkable. Many wonderful restaurants and cafes close by. Kind front desk. Helped me find a mass close by. I loved this ..."
Reviewed on 13 May 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.
Things to do
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
RM135
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour
RM155
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Madrid: "Emociones" Live Flamenco Performance
RM140
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
RM122
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour
RM247
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
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
