Seeking culture and relaxation in a park
The Buen Retiro Park, which translates into ‘Park of the Pleasant Retreat’, is an area of Madrid that thousands of visitors flock to no matter the time of year. There are various hotels bordering the Park’s edge, featuring rooms with views of this picturesque greenscape. If you step into the Park, you can discover a world filled with monuments, puppet shows, live music and tranquil nature.
Only a single street separates the Petit Palace from the Park, so the views from certain rooms are uninterrupted and absolutely stunning. A range of facilities including free bike rental ensure you can enjoy your stay to the fullest.
Get a night life in Salamanca
The Spanish are world-famous for their late-night partying that often lasts beyond the soft glow of sunrise. Siestas are never more important than when preparing for a night out on the town in Madrid, which is home to one of Spain’s best nightlife. One of the premier bar areas is Lavapies, where you can find a multicultural collection of lively bars and clubs.
You can position yourself in funky accommodation at the Artrip, which possesses an artistic feel and cosy rooms that offer convenient facilities. Take a short walk from the front door and you can be amongst the eclectic bars and teahouses of Lavapies.
Variety in Madrid
As the capital of Spain and the country’s largest city, Madrid has long been catering to all types of travellers, reflected in its range of accommodation options. The city has a lot to see and do including various parks, art exhibits, museums, and sporting and cultural events, so it’s important to start and end each day in the right hotel for you.
Affordability can be found at the Plaza de Espana, which provides self-catered accommodation right in the city’s heart. The 5-star Relais & Chateux Hotel and InterContinental Hotel both enchant guests in a 19th-Century palace and an 18th-Century palace respectively.
