Destination Overview

As a tourist destination, Madrid is filled with fascinating areas to explore. There are the wide, gracefully tree lined major avenues and boulevards, the trendy and cosmopolitan buildings, and, in contrast, the old areas that twist and wind with quaint streets and cozy cafes. Together, these combine to provide many days of discovery of the treasured past and the exciting present of Madrid.
Madrid is located in the center of the Iberian Peninsula and has served as the capital of Spain since 1562. Its southern and elevated location allows for warm, dry summers and cool winters, providing excellent traveling weather all year round.
One cannot help but notice a prominent green expanse on the map of Madrid. Parque Del Retiro is more than a nature walk. In fact, many visitors return several times during their stay for the wide variety of entertainment provided by street performers, boaters, skaters, and puppeteers.
The city offers many interesting museums, with the world-famous Prado National Museum leading the way. Housed in an 18th-century building, the Prado features the works of Rubens, Goya, El Greco, Bosch, Velazquez, Titian and many others. Madrid"s most famous contemporary art museum is the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia. Its centerpiece is Picasso"s enormous antiwar masterpiece, Guernica. The highly acclaimed works of the Thyssen-Bornemisza collection are displayed at the Villahermosa Palace.


Madrid ES Discount Hotels

Best Western Hotel Arosa ($11 - $379) ****Best Western Hotel Arosa ($11 - $379) ****
The Best Western Hotel Arosa is located in the most central zone of Madrid, Gran Via Street, centre of business, shopping and tourism per excellence, with easy access and parking. This privileged situation and their high facilities, such as free Wi-Fi in the entire hotel, convert it in a perfect hotel for business trip and leisure. Shuttle bus from/to airport on request. In short, the Best Western Hotel Arosa counts with all the necessary to make your stay in Madrid as a pleasure.



Best Western Hotel Carlos V ($11 - $315) ***Best Western Hotel Carlos V ($11 - $315) ***
The Best Western Hotel Carlos V is a classically decorated hotel located in the pedestrian area of the tourist and historic centre of Madrid, between the streets of Gran Via and Puerta del Sol, which provides an excellent base from which to explore the city's many shops and sights. Its privileged location will allow you to discover the Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, the Prado Museum and other monuments, all of them very close to the hotel.



Best Western Hotel Florida ($12 - $127) **Best Western Hotel Florida ($12 - $127) **
Situated 50 km from Madrid (in San Lorenzo de El Escorial). The Best Western Hotel Florida is located in front of the historical Monastery, considered the eighth marvel that was founded by King Felipe II. This hotel, recently constructed, is endowed with a wide variety of services and decorated in the typical style of the area. For your convenience, 50 rooms have complete bathrooms (some with hydro-massage bath), air-conditioning, piped music, satellite television and some have a view of the monastery. The Best Western Hotel Florida also features meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 500 guests; its own art gallery as well as an excellent restaurant and cafeteria for fast food. Close to the Real Coliseum Carlos III (theater) and the Golf Field La Herreria.



Best Western Hotel Los Condes ($12 - $222) ***Best Western Hotel Los Condes ($12 - $222) ***
The Best Western Hotel Los Condes is located close to the Gran Via Street in the heart of downtown Madrid. The hotel is situated on a quiet street famous for its bookshops. The hotel has 68 rooms and an extremely pleasant atmosphere. The Best Western Hotel Los Condes offers a salon, cafeteria and public parking within 250 meters. Each room features a bathroom, color television, piped music, safe deposit box, air-conditioning, direct dial phone and mini-bar. The hotel was remodeled in July 2002.



Best Western Premier Hotel Santo Domingo ($14 - $381) ****Best Western Premier Hotel Santo Domingo ($14 - $381) ****
The Best Western Premier Hotel Santo Domingo is situated in a building that dates back some 400 years. We are located in a small, quiet square in the very centre of Madrid, close to Puerta del Sol, the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, Teatro Real, and the main shopping areas, restaurants, cinemas and theatres. Each room is decorated in a unique and charming style. The hotel is a small but genuine museum where our clients are surrounded by the most beautiful paintings, furniture and antiques. With their natural lighting and scenic views of Madrid and the Royal Palace, the Best Western Premier Hotel Santo Domingo´s multi-purpose meeting rooms are the ideal setting for all kinds of special meetings and celebrations.



Best Western Hotel Atlantico ($15 - $308) ***Best Western Hotel Atlantico ($15 - $308) ***
The Best Western Hotel Atlantico is in the very heart of the business, artistic, cultural and commercial centre of Madrid. The hotel has 90 noise-proof rooms which feature satellite television, coffee maker and iron and ironing board, individually decorated and with a complete bathroom. There is a shuttle bus from the airport to the Best Western Hotel Atlantico. The bus runs 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 16:00, 17:30. From 1920, at your service in the City centre of Madrid. Best Quality Award 2006.



Best Western Hotel Villa De Barajas ($15 - $257) ***Best Western Hotel Villa De Barajas ($15 - $257) ***
The Best Western Hotel Villa de Barajas is a comfortable airport hotel next to the trade fair centre. We offer courtesy shuttle bus service from/to airport from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 Midnight (at arrival, please call the hotel) and to the trade fair centre. Public transport is available from downtown Madrid. Enjoy room service for a convenient meal. We also feature a buffet breakfast, lounge, restaurant and cafeteria. Subway stop close to the hotel. Hotel amenities Buffet breakfast included International Cuisine restaurant Lounge Laundry and valet service Safe-deposit box Cafeteria/bar Garage (cost 10 Euros per day).



Best Western Hotel Trafalgar ($15 - $341) ***Best Western Hotel Trafalgar ($15 - $341) ***
The Best Western Hotel Trafalgar is situated in the center of Madrid and was totally refurbished in 2000. We are close proximity to the historic part of Madrid and to its business center. There is superb transportation network on hand, as our hotel is close to underground stations and bus stops. At the Best Western Hotel Trafalgar our rooms are equipped with full bathrooms with hairdryer, central heating and air-conditioning, double glazed windows, interactive television, Internet access and pay-per-view movies. Our hotel also offers a comfortable meeting room which will accommodate up to 30 guests. There is parking very close to the Best Western Hotel Trafalgar with a discount for our guests.



Best Western Hotel Aida - Madrid Airport ($15 - $297) ****Best Western Hotel Aida - Madrid Airport ($15 - $297) ****
At the Airport area, the Best Western Hotel Aida - Madrid Airport is located in the town of Torrejon (20 kilometers from Madrid), and is a residential city very close to the International Airport Madrid-Barajas. It combines the proximity of the airport (hotel shuttle from Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 11:00 am and from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm), clients must advise the hotel in advance for the airport shuttle bus) and the comfort of a quiet town with all type of services, such as cinemas, restaurants, shops, and more. The Best Western Hotel Aida - Madrid Airport offers its clients all the comfort of a modern hotel, with wide salons, restaurant, Internet connection in all rooms, parking and meeting rooms.



Mirentxu ($37 - $90)Mirentxu ($37 - $90)
The Hostal Mirentxu is located on the third floor of a building in the very heart of Madrid, near the principal museums such as El Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofia, which is in the same street of the hostel, and also a few minutes from Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace. The property, immersed in the main shopping area and close to Huertas nightlife zone, offers comfortable rooms at an affordable price.



Hostal Arti Two ($37 - $65) **Hostal Arti Two ($37 - $65) **
This is a very central property. Basic accommodation for those budget conscious travellers whose main priority is to experience everything Madrid has to offer. (AB04/07) This is a modern building. Located right next to Plaza de Espana, the very heart and soul of the city centre of Madrid, this property is an excellent choice for budget travellers visiting Madrid.



Hostal Arti ($48 - $80) **Hostal Arti ($48 - $80) **
This property has an excellent location and is ideal for those that are going to spend most of the day out and about Madrid. There is a 24 hour concierge. (AB04/07) All 6 floors of this hostel are housed in a modern building. Located right next to Plaza de Espana, on the Gran Via, the very heart and soul of the city centre of Madrid, this property is an excellent choice when visiting Madrid.



Travelodge Las Rozas ($53 - $228) ***Travelodge Las Rozas ($53 - $228) ***
This hotel is ideal for those that don't just want to visit Madrid, but also the surrounding towns and villages such as San Lorenzo El Escorial. Perfect for both the business and leisure guest. WI-FI connection in all public areas. (AB05/06) This is a modern building housing 79 rooms. This hotel is located in the Las Rozas area of Madrid, which is close to Las Matas Golf Course, Factory shopping centre and the Las Rozas outlet Village (3 km). Madrid city centre is 24km away, Segovia 35 km, San Lorenzo de El Escorial Monastery 25 km and Aranjuez 40 km.



Tryp Infanta Mercedes ($56 - $374) ****Tryp Infanta Mercedes ($56 - $374) ****
This Hotel is situated in a very important business and shopping area, very close to Paseo de la Castellana, the Bernabeu football stadium, Plaza Castilla, the Congress Hall, and to the premises of many important companies. The shopping area is a few steps from the Hotel and includes the El Corte Ingles department store, the Moda Shopping shopping centre and many other well-known boutiques. All this allows the Hotel's guests to combine perfectly business and leisure.



Gallardo ($58 - $134)Gallardo ($58 - $134)
Gallardo Hostal offers budget accomodation in the center of Madrid, at only a few steps from the popular Puerta del Sol square, the centre (Km 0) of the radial network of Spanish roads and the square that contains the famous clock whose bells mark the traditional eating of the Twelve Grapes and the beginning of a new year. The hostal is also ideally located within walking distance to Madrid most important museums, El Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen. Gallardo offers a perfect situation for budget-conscious willing to visit Madrid cultural and historical treasures, staying at a good value for money hostal. Gallardo offers complimentary wireless Internet access throughout the property, as well as a 24-hour help desk, where you will be able to get information or advice you might need to know during your holiday in Madrid.



Alcázar Regis ($58 - $192)Alcázar Regis ($58 - $192)
Boasting a privileged location in the heart of the city, Alcázar Regis offers central budget accommodation in Madrid. It is situated in the emblematic Gran Vía street, exceptionally well-served by public transportation. Hostal Alcázar Regis is the perfect accommodation choice for visitors looking for good value for money accommodation in the city centre. It offers all the comfort and facilities you need for a great stay in Madrid. Alcázar Regis Hostal was recently renovated and the common areas feature lamps, tapestries and furniture from the 18th and 19th century. The accommodation also offers wireless Internet access throughout the building and safe at the front desk.



Oporto ($58 - $142)Oporto ($58 - $142)
Sited in a magnificent 19th century building, Oporto is a central hostal in Madrid, boasting an excellent location by Plaza de las Cortes square, right in the historic center of the Spanish capital. Many of the main cultural sites in Madrid, such as the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, El Prado Museum, the Zarzuela Theater, and Teatro Español Theater, are within walking distance from this comfortable accommodation. Facilities at the Oporto Hostal in Madrid include 24-hour reception and complimentary wireless Internet access. Maps and tourist information can also be found at the front desk.



Gay Hostal Puerta Del Sol Madrid ($59 - $158) **Gay Hostal Puerta Del Sol Madrid ($59 - $158) **
The best Gay place in the centre town for the best clients. The scene is here just a few steps around the square. Tourist life and nightlife are all here adjacent to Puerta del Sol SquareDon't miss it. All there is to see and feel in Madrid is right here at your fingertips. It is not necessary to take transportation lines to go out. Museums, palaces, parks, bars, discos...........are near. The scene begins here. The Hostal offers rooms with private bathrooms, balcony or terrace with square views and also, there is no expensive rooms with the bathroom in the floor.Recreation room and breakfast room in very nice old Spanish style decoration, altogether in a most pleasant atmosphere for your enjoinment.



Aristos ($59 - $223) **Aristos ($59 - $223) **
Building refurbished in 2000. Located in one of the most important business areas of Madrid, only a few metres from the M-30 and M-40 motorways, only 15 minutes from Barajas airport and the Juan Carlos I trade fair hall, 5 minutes from Chamartín railway station and 15 minutes from the city centre. Offers 23 well'equipped rooms with television, phone, air-conditioning and bathroom.



Silken Torre Garden Hotel ($59 - $303) **Silken Torre Garden Hotel ($59 - $303) **
90 air-conditioned rooms, all facing the street, with very good views. They are provided with living room and bedroom and suite complete bathroom, mini-bar, safe-deposit boxes in the rooms, direct telephone line with the outside and satellite television, fax, email at the reception. All credit cards accepted, coffe-shop-bar and restaurant, facilities for the disabled and parking in the same building.