To visit Madrid, it is likely that you will stay there for several days and that the question of accommodation arises: where to sleep in Madrid during your stay?
Find in this article all our advice on the best neighborhood to choose as well as hotel suggestions.
- Neighborhoods to sleep in Madrid
- Sleep in high-end hotels in Madrid
- Mid-range hotels to sleep in Madrid
- The best hostels in Madrid
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Neighborhoods to sleep in Madrid
I will start this article by presenting the different neighborhoods where to sleep in Madrid. Depending on the visits you want to make or not, some neighborhoods will be more appropriate than others to stay.
Whichever neighborhood you ultimately select, be aware that the public transport network is well developed in Madrid. In addition, city-passes for Madrid allow you to opt for a public transport card in addition to certain visits, or you can choose the Hop On Hop Off bus.
The quarter of the Puerta del Sol
Probably the most famous district of Madrid, it is the historic center where the two emblematic squares of the city are located: the Plaza Mayor and the Plaza de la Puerta del Sol.
On the Plaza Mayor side, the atmosphere is rather one of small restaurants, winding streets and old and renovated buildings.
Regarding the Plaza de la Puerta del Sol, you enter one of the shopping streets of Madrid. Shopping enthusiasts will be delighted! Shops over several hundred meters!
Is this a neighborhood where to sleep in Madrid? Of course ! Here you are at the heart of Madrid life, popular with both locals and tourists. You are close to many sites to visit, you will never be far from a restaurant or a bar and this area is pretty, that counts! Without forgetting the metro which serves this area very well.
If I had to choose, I would say that the side of the Plaza Mayor is more suited to a tourist stay for my taste.
Where to sleep in Madrid: Plaza MayorChoose accommodation in the central district of Madrid to be close to tourist attractions, restaurants and the metro. This area is ideal for visiting Madrid. Image credit: Paolo Giocoso © Madrid Destino See the accommodations
Palacio Real area
Here you are in the area of the Royal Palace of Madrid. As its name suggests, this district is located around the Palacio Real. Like the Palace, the style of the surrounding buildings is of Baroque inspiration, with a few touches of Rococo. The advantage of this neighborhood is that you are close to one of Madrid's most famous sites to visit.
Paolo Giocoso © Madrid Destiny
In addition, you can reach the historic center of Madrid, namely the Plaza Mayor, on foot very easily. On the other hand, you can also access different gardens: Campo Del Moro, Jardines de Sabatini, Parque de la Casa De Campo.
A pleasant area to stay in Madrid.
La Latina
The next two neighborhoods we are going to cover are in the south of the city of Madrid.
La Latina is one of the emblematic and unmissable neighborhoods of Madrid. A bubbling life awaits you in its many alleys. You are free to let yourself be tempted by some succulent tapas, very cute shops or even dare to enter one of the small churches in this district.
Sleeping in the La Latina district of Madrid is the guarantee of spending good evenings to the rhythm of tapas while enjoying the proximity of several tourist sites within walking distance.
Where to sleep in Madrid: La LatinaOpt for accommodation in this neighborhood to get a taste of Madrid life. Between small alleys and tapas, you will find surprises at every street corner! Image credit: Paolo Giocoso © Madrid Destino See the accommodations
Lavapies
This second district is close to La Latina. It is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Madrid.
Regarding visits, there are no sites to visit here. It is rather the atmosphere that is to be appreciated. The Lavapies district is an ideal place to sleep in Madrid that would allow you to taste this atmosphere in the early evening, while enjoying the rest of the city during your visits during the day.
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Retirement
Welcome to the arts district in Madrid. In this district, there are some of the most prestigious museums in the world: the Prado Museum, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and the Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. In addition, you are close to the Royal Botanical Gardens as well as the Parque del Buen Retiro.
Photo credit: César Lucas Abreu © Madrid Destino
This district alone would be worth spending several days to see everything if you are an art lover.
Very nice hotels are located here. On the other hand, this district is not famous for its nightlife. This may be an advantage for some people looking for a quiet place to sleep in Madrid during their stay. This neighborhood is perfect!
Salamanca
Here you are in the chic district of Madrid. Between luxury boutiques, starred restaurants and cultural museums, you can admire the magnificent buildings and take the opportunity to do some shopping or discover the Paseo de la Castellana, where a beautiful promenade has been laid out. This district is very lively during the day and becomes quieter at night.
From this district, you can access, on one side, the famous Santiago Bernabéu stadium, and on the other, the Plaza de Toros de las Ventas, two tourist sites that are worth seeing.
Malasana & Chueca
To conclude on the different districts of the city, here are two districts bordering Madrid to the north. They are both dynamic and typical neighborhoods where you can enjoy a more traditional life, where old and young rub shoulders and live side by side. Among other things, you can visit the Madrid History Museum.
La Malasaña is an alternative neighborhood that saw the birth of Movida. As for the Chueca district, it is the gay district of Madrid, very trendy and attractive, it is a place where it is pleasant to walk and come to spend lively evenings!
If this atmosphere tempts you, it is an ideal place to sleep in Madrid to enjoy unforgettable Madrid nights.
Photo credit: Biniam Ghezai © Madrid Destino
Sleep in high-end hotels in Madrid
Among many hotels, here is a selection of hotels that I will qualify as high-end. The nights will be from 100€ and more per night. Overall, they are well located, clean and with quality service.
Vincci The Mint
Located 10 minutes on foot from the Prado Museum or the Plaza Mayor, this hotel is ideally placed for a stay in Madrid. The reception and the decoration of the rooms are irreproachable. You will be in one of the most beautiful areas of Madrid. The breakfast is also delicious. Decoration, Breakfast, Reception See rates
Preciados
Close to the city center and many museums, this hotel is a safe bet for your stay in Madrid. From the reception, you will be very satisfied, to the room, its comfort and the catering on site. Everything is perfect. Location, Restaurant, Reception See prices
7 Islands Hotel
This last top-of-the-range hotel also has a perfect location, a stone's throw from Gran Vía, between the Royal Palace and the Prado Museum, but in a quiet area. Ideal for visiting Madrid. In addition, the hotel offers clean, comfortable and well-decorated rooms, as well as a delicious breakfast. Location, Decoration, Calm
Mid-range hotels to sleep in Madrid
Rest assured, there are not only high-end hotels in Madrid. It is quite possible to find hotels to sleep in Madrid within very reasonable budgets. For a room under 100€ per night, here is what I can suggest (with a special mention for the first, where we had a very pleasant stay!):
hello rooms
This is where we slept in Madrid during our stay. This hotel is ideal: location close to the Plaza Mayor, a very trendy decoration, a clean and comfortable room and a perfect welcome! For average budgets, it is really the hotel in Madrid that I recommend. Decoration, Location, Reception See rates
Woohoo Suites Madrid
This second hotel is also located in the heart of the city center, a few steps from Gran Vía and Puerta del Sol. Friendly welcome, clean and pleasant room, the quality/price ratio of this establishment is ideal for sleeping in Madrid during your visit to the city. Location, Reception, Price See prices
Hotel Liabeny
Let's end with this hotel located between Gran Vía and Puerta del Sol. Ideal location to visit the city on foot, or thanks to the metro which passes nearby. The rooms are clean, comfortable and very well insulated, the welcome is warm and the breakfasts are delicious. What good arguments! Location, Reception, Breakfast See prices
The best hostels to sleep in Madrid
Finally, if you have a tighter budget or if you want to spend your budget elsewhere than in the hotel industry, youth hostels are a very interesting alternative, especially since nowadays, some are very qualitative and clean. Here are some ideas for hostels to sleep in Madrid during your stay:
Cats Hostel Madrid Sol
Not far from the hotel where we slept in Madrid, this hostel is located in a quiet alley and close to tourist spots such as the Plaza Mayor. A friendly and warm atmosphere awaits you! Do not hesitate to participate in the various activities to meet other travellers. Price, Location, Atmosphere Show Rates
The Hat Madrid
Located almost on the Plaza Mayor, this hostel really has a perfect location if you want to sleep in Madrid for a few days. Modern decoration, comfortable bed, discovery and friendly activities. All the ingredients are there to make your stay ideal. Price, Location, Atmosphere Show Rates
Petit Hostel
Let's finish with this hostel, which is located in a different area from the two previous ones, the La Latina district. You will still be able to access the various tourist sites to visit. This establishment is recent, very modern and in a quiet area. For those wishing to make their own meal, there is no kitchen available to travellers. Otherwise everything is perfect! Price, Location, Quiet See rates
I hope you enjoyed this article and gave you some interesting ideas for your future stay and good places to sleep in Madrid. Do not hesitate to send me your feedback or your ideas on the establishments that you have been able to test in Madrid.
Cover image credit: César Lucas Abreu © Madrid Destino
