Alcobendas

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peace bell in traditional japanese style temple.
peace bell in traditional japanese style temple.
Picture of the Clarive office park in Alcobendas, Spain

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.

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84 Madrid
The price is RM749 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
RM749
RM824 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (4,668 reviews)
Great place and location close to gran via and major interesting places to visit

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Principe Pio

Hotel Principe Pio

3 out of 5
Cuesta San Vicente 14 Madrid Madrid
The price is RM647 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
RM647
RM712 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Everything was great with suite 805; very clean, attention to detail of the staff, view from the window, private terrace at the rear. All perfect. Thank you for a very pleasant stay, I hope to return soon.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Hotel Principe Pio
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

4.5 out of 5
Ronda de Atocha 17 Madrid
The price is RM751 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
RM751
RM826 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,555 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
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

Gran View Apartments

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Vía 48 Madrid Madrid
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,428 reviews)
Price was good; right on Gran Avenida ; lots of space but layout was awkward. Staff in the evening when I arrived were not particularly friendly

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Gran View Apartments
Compostela Suites Apartments

Compostela Suites Apartments

3 out of 5
C/ Zambrana, 4 Madrid Madrid
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (827 reviews)
Nice place

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Compostela Suites Apartments
Rooms San Marcos

Rooms San Marcos

3 out of 5
14 Calle de San Marcos Madrid Madrid
Stay at this apartment in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Gran Via and Puerta del Sol are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
lots of space to spread out in, hostess was kind, great location

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Rooms San Marcos
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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5 - Excellent 14%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 57%
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

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

Ok sort of

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