Hortaleza
Madrid
Popular places to visit
Gran Via
Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.
Bernabéu Stadium
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
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
Plaza Mayor
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.
National Prado Museum
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.
El Retiro Park
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.
Things to do
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Salamanca & Ávila Full-Day Tour + Cathedral & Medieval Wall Tickets
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Madrid: small group tour of the Prado Museum
Top hotels in Hortaleza
INNSiDE by Meliá Madrid Valdebebas
The shuttle to/from airport terminal 4 is a A+. Very convenient and comfortable at any time of the day. Nice bed and linings. The breakfast is tasty and full of options even gluten intolerants.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas
Always nice to stay at Ibis. Breakfast was ok, the eggs were cold. Surprised that there is no storage at all in the room. Hard to believe that as a new Ibis, they did not plan for that. Also, the lack of a secure wi-fi is a MAJOR mistake.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Servicio regular, demoras innecesarias para limpiar y recoger las mesas después de terminar de comer, por lo demás , todo bien
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
Nice comfortable room. Could use more lighting in the bathroom. Thank you!
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Chamartin The One
The area is under SERIOUS construction, making it hard to find hotel and for drivers to even drop us off. I think once finished it will be very nice but for now it made it hard to enjoy. It was a bit of a walk to where we could get a taxi or to where they could drop us off late at night. Also Vending ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Regina
love the place great for the price
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hortaleza
Chamartín
Travellers choose Chamartín for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Colombia Station or Concha Espina Station and check out top sights like Bernabéu Stadium.
Barajas
Travellers choose Barajas for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Barajas Station or Aeropuerto T1-T2-T3 Station and check out top sights like Olivar de la Hinojosa Golf Club.
Almagro
While you're in Almagro, take in top sights like Sorolla Museum or Paseo de la Castellana, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ruben Dario Station or Gregorio Maranon Station.
Salamanca
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.
Ibiza
During your stop in Ibiza, check out the parks, and jump on the metro at Ibiza Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like National Archaeological Museum.
