Hotels in Madrid

Madrid has more than five thousand seven hundred accommodation options on our platform, so the decision is not easy if you don't have a clear idea of what you're looking for. The first thing you should know is that the city is divided into very different areas, and each one will give you a different experience. If you're coming for the first time and want to have everything at hand, the historic centre —Sol, Ópera, La Latina or Malasaña— is the most practical: you can walk to the main museums, to the Plaza Mayor and to the tapas bars, although in exchange you'll pay more for fewer square metres and you'll have noise until late. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere and don't mind taking the metro for a few minutes, neighbourhoods such as Chamberí, Argüelles or Salamanca offer you better value for money, with good connections and local shops that you'll appreciate after a day of sightseeing.

Prices vary quite a lot depending on the season. Spring and autumn are the most expensive times, especially if they coincide with fairs or long weekends, and in summer, even though it's hot, hotels lower their rates because business travel demand drops. January, after Reyes, is usually the cheapest month. On our website you'll find from 52 euros per night in basic options up to an average of 247 euros, so there's room to suit any budget. The average category of the accommodations is 3.2 stars, which gives you an idea that apartments and guesthouses predominate over large luxury hotels. In fact, of the 5777 available accommodations, more than 4500 are apartments, so if you're travelling as a group or with family, this is usually the most cost-effective option.

To get around, the metro is your best ally: it's fast, clean and takes you to any point of interest for little money. You also have the commuter rail network if you're coming from the airport or want to take a day trip to El Escorial or Alcalá de Henares. Before booking, take a good look at the exact location on the map and check whether the metro stop is less than ten minutes away on foot, because there are areas such as the barrio de las Letras that are beautiful but have few stations nearby. Also check whether the accommodation has a lift, air conditioning or heating, depending on the season, and the cancellation policies, because some apartments require payment in advance with no refund. Examples such as C&H Aravaca Garden, Cubik Habitaciones, Chalé Barajas Escala or LA CANTUEÑA show the variety of options, from houses with gardens on the outskirts to shared rooms in the centre. If you're coming by car, bear in mind that parking in the centre is expensive and complicated, so look for accommodation with parking included or consider leaving the car in a park-and-ride.