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Where to stay in Madrid
21.07.2023 - 07:36 / roughguides.com
Madrid has something to offer everyone. It is home to a trio of world-class art galleries, an atmospheric historic core and the most successful club in the history of football. It hosts some of the best tapas, bars and nightlife in the whole of Spain. The Spanish capital is sure to wow; here's the Rough Guide to where to stay in Madrid.
The information in this article is inspired by Pocket Rough Guide Madrid , your essential guide for visiting Madrid .
If you are looking at where to stay in Madrid for luxury — exclusive Barrio de Salamanca is renowned for smart apartment blocks, designer emporiums and its pijo residents. There are no qualms about flaunting wealth here. This is also the home of the wonderful Museo Arqueológico, Sorolla and Lázaro Galdiano collections, as well as Real Madrid’s magnificent Santiago Bernabéu stadium.
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Museo Arqueológico facade © Adwo/Shutterstock
One of the best areas where to stay in Madrid is the Puerta del Sol. This square marks the epicentre of the city – and, indeed, of Spain. It is from this point that all distances are measured, and here that six of Spain’s Rutas Nacionales officially begin.
The area around Sol and Plaza Mayor is the beating heart of the Spanish capital. Packed with people, bars, restaurants, clubs and cafés, this is the place to be if you share the madrileños’ zest for life.
This unique tailor-made Spanish discovery trip is ideal for everyone wanting to get a real taste of Spain. Private guides or small group tours await to show you Barcelona, Figueres, Seville, Cordoba, Toledo, and Madrid. Stay in luxurious Boutique Hotels conveniently located so you can explore the cities on your own as well.
Night view in Madrid Puerta del Sol square © Shutterstock
The Plaza de Santa Ana/Huertas area lies at the heart of a triangle. It is bordered to the east by the Paseo del Prado, to the north by c/Alcalá and along the south by c/Atocha. Puerta del Sol can be found at the western tip. The city reached this district after expanding beyond the Palacio Real and the Plaza Mayor.
Want to spend a couple of days in Madrid but don't know where to start? Our guide to things to do in Madrid: a day-by-day itinerary for the perfect weekend will help you plan your time to the full.
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Handsome buildings on Plaza Mayor © Shutterstock
The heart, in all senses, of Malasaña is the Pza. Dos de Mayo, named after the insurrection against Napoleonic forces on May 2, 1808. The rebellion and its aftermath are depicted in Goya’s famous paintings at the Prado.
The streets have an interest of their own and are home to some fine traditional bars, while on C/Manuela Malasaña you can take
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