Madrid Centro
Madrid
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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.
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.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Come and take a walk around one of the largest palaces in Western Europe...and try not to get lost!
Plaza de España - Princesa
Pay homage to Miguel de Cervantes, Spain's most famous writer, or find some shade under a tree and kick back right in the heart of the city centre.
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Journey by means of modern art through the key political and social moments of recent times.
Things to do
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Top hotels in Madrid Centro
Hotel Riu Plaza España
"Excelente hotel en una ubicación céntrica. Habitaciones espaciosas. El rooftop es un plus."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hotel Regina
"Great welcome. The hotel is clean, new, and in the best location 📍. The rooms are perfect, and the bathroom includes a Dyson hair dryer. The highlight was the friendliness of the staff members."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Live It Gran Via
"The room was as the description on the website. The room was super hot and even though there was an A/C unit, we were not allowed to use it. The location for this hostel is 10 out of 10 and the check in/out process was easy."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
"Everyone was incredibly hospitable, kind, resourceful, and pleasant. Would love to return!"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Urban Hive Madrid
"Well located beautiful hotel with rooftop pool. Rooms were quiet and large for a single traveler. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid
"Great location, friendly staff, it was great!"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Madrid Centro
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and El Jardin de Serrano. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.
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.
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.
Chueca
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
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Convent of las Comendadoras de Santiago while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
