Madrid’s Best Centrally Located Hotels

When visiting Madrid, it’s impossible to see everything in one stay, no matter how long the duration. However, staying in the center of the city means that you will be able to get more in on your visit than if you were staying on the outskirts. Take advantage of the new public bicycles from BiciMad to get around even faster! From Malasaña to Barrio Salamanca, this is your guide to the best hotels for your main reason for visiting Madrid.

For Art and Culture, Stay Near the Paseo

Madrid is home to some of the best museums in the world, offering first class art — with no admission fee during select hours.

Hotel Paseo del Arte lives up to its name. A short stroll down the Paseo del Prado will have you at CaixaForum Museum, Museo del Prado, and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. The rates for the 260 rooms start at $100 nightly, meaning you can find availability that suits your budget.

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WooTravelling Atocha 107 HOMTELS knows your time is valuable. Close to the Atocha metro stop — which has an art exhibition inside as well — you are near all the top museums. The 20 rooms, which feature beds with memory foam mattresses, sell out fast at only $110 per night; it’s best to book now!

Staying at the Petit Palace Art Gallery boutique hotel in beautiful Barrio Salamanca means you’re close to the National Archeological Museum of Spain and spacious Retiro Park. The park has several free art exhibits and a crystal palace which you must see. This chic hotel offers 61 rooms with loads of freebies, including Wi-Fi, iPad, and in-room safe. It also offers bicycle rentals.

From Bohemian to Bourgeoisie: Meet Malasaña Neighborhood

This is the neighborhood in which to stay if you like second-hand shops, artisan boutiques, local slow food, and extremely interesting people watching. The most vibrant and boisterous nightlife in Madrid is found in Malasaña, so bring your earplugs!

When simplicity and a central location are your main concerns, look no further than Hostal Pizarro to help you have a great Madrid stay great. This is a very budget friendly hostel with rates starting at $55 per night. Over fifteen rooms with a private bathroom, beds with memory foam mattresses, and free Wi-Fi make this a popular choice for travelers watching their wallet.

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Basic rooms at Sidorme Fuencarral are all about their prime location. The rooms offer free Wi-Fi and air conditioning, which is essential in the brutal summer months in Spain. Walk out the front door of the hotel and be in the beating heart of this vibrant Spanish capital city.

This beautiful Airbnb offering is perfect for your exploration of downtown Madrid. Located off Plaza Chueca, you are near the best street for shoe shopping in Madrid: Calle Augusto Figueroa and the delicious international Mercado San Antón. The loft has a pull-out sofa bed, and kitchen available for your use. If you don’t mind Europe’s compact living spaces, then you will feel right at home in this well-lit and centrally located loft.