MADRID

Description:

Madrid is the capital of Spain, the centre of the same-named autonomous community and the biggest city of the country. Official language there is Spanish, nevertheless some people speak other recognized languages of autonomous communities – Catalan, Galician, Basque. Because of great number of immigrants are often heart other foreign languages, particularly Arabic. If You travel to Madrid, it’s very advantageous to by special MadridCard, which offers discounts, free entrance to more than 50 museums and unlimited trips on public transport. There are cards for 24, 36, 72 or 120 hours with different options included – you can choose one with free admissions on the Discover Tours or Discounts for flamenco shows, clubs and bars. The price is differing according to chosen options; there are discounts for children, students and senior.

Climate

Madrid is located on the altitude 650 m over the sea level, because of this during the winter is colder than in the cities situated on the coastline; due to Madrid%27s altitude and dry climate the difference between summer and winter temperature is rather big. The most pleasant weather falls between May and first half of June (20-23 degrees C), and through end of the summer it’s really hot. Nevertheless Madrid’s climate is considered to be one of the healthiest in Europe due to its close proximity to the mountains.

Transport

Madrid’s metro is divided into 4 Metro Zones – A, B1, B2, B3 - according to the further one’s gets from the centre of the city. You can buy a individual ticket for every zone priced at 2.00 euros – it’s valid for one journey through chosen zone and it’s also include one EMT bus journey. The tickets are available at the ticket office or the automatic ticket machine. But it’s more convenient to buy a Metrobus 10 journey ticket (9.30 euro) that gives you 10 journeys on every metro line through zone A and 10 EMT bus journeys – these buses depart from Plaza de Colón to Madrid Airport. The Metrobús ticket has no expiration date so it can be used by your travel companions – these kind of tickets are available from automatic ticket machines on the bus and metro stations. There are tree main Bus Stations in Madrid - Estación Sur de Madrid (Sur), de Avenida de América (Norte), Estación de Conde de Casal. The buses within Madrid are red, and called EMT (Empresa Municipal de Transporte), the same company provides a transfer to Barajas Airport – line 200 and line 204. Buses operate from 6.00 am till 23.30 pm. During night period there are night buses, their timetable and waiting time depends on each line. Madrid Airport Barajas consists of 4 terminals – T1 (international flights), T2 (domestic flights), T3 (regional flights) and T4.

Find hotels in MADRID

Hotels in MADRID


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Husa Princesa

Address: Princesa 40, Madrid

$109 - $230

Location. Husa Princesa is located in Madrid's Arguelles Moncloa neighborhood, close to Temple of Debod, Plaza de Espana, and Plaza Mayor. Nearby points of interest also include Prado Museum and Royal Palace. Hotel Features. Husa Princesa's restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.... more

Hotel Convencion

Address: O'donnell 53, Madrid

$76 - $229

Location. Hotel Convencion is located in Madrid's Retiro Prado neighborhood, close to Sports Palace Madrid, Prado Museum, and Plaza Mayor. Nearby points of interest also include Las Ventas and El Retiro Park. Hotel Features. Hotel Convencion's restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. The... more

El Coloso

Address: Leganitos 13, Madrid

Location. Located in central Madrid, El Coloso is connected to the airport and within walking distance of Spanish Senate and Plaza de Espana. Nearby points of interest also include Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace. Hotel Features. El Coloso features multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and... more

Claridge

Address: Plaza Conde de Casal, 6, Madrid

$58 - $238

Quick description Centrally located in Madrid’s Conde Casal Square, the elegant hotel Claridge is next to Conde de Casal Metro Station and 10 minutes’ walk from Retiro Park. It offers 24-hour reception and free Wi-Fi.Air-conditioned rooms feature a sofa and flat-screen satellite TV. There is a safe,... more

Gran Hotel Velazquez

Address: Velazquez 62, Madrid

$97 - $165

Location. Gran Hotel Velazquez is a business friendly hotel located in Madrid's Salamanca Serrano neighborhood, close to ABC Serrano, National Library, and U.S. Embassy. Additional points of interest include Plaza de Colon and Plaza Mayor. Hotel Features. Dining options at Gran Hotel... more

Ayre Gran Hotel Colon

Address: C/ del Pez Volador, 1, Madrid

$83 - $175

Location. Ayre Gran Hotel Colon is located in Madrid's Retiro Prado neighborhood, close to Torrespaña, Prado Museum, and Plaza Mayor. Nearby points of interest also include El Retiro Park and Reina Sofia Museum. Hotel Features. Dining options at Ayre Gran Hotel Colon include 2 restaurants. A... more

Best Western Hotel Los Condes

Address: Libreros 7, Madrid

$66 - $154

Location. Located in central Madrid, Best Western Hotel Los Condes is within walking distance of Plaza de Callao and Plaza de Espana. Nearby points of interest also include Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol. Hotel Features. This 3 star property has a business center and offers a meeting/conference... more

GRAN HOTEL CONDE DUQUE

Address: PLAZA CONDE VALLE SUCHIL 5, Madrid

$124 - $243

Enjoy every moment of your stay in this elegant city hotel that offers you an attentive and friendly service, the most up to date technology, perfectly combined with a tasteful decoration and an excellent central location. Near Gran Via, Plaza de Espana, Colon Square and Paseo Castellana. As for as... more

Hesperia Madrid

Address: Paseo Castellana 57, Madrid

$123 - $524

Location. Connected to the airport, Hesperia Madrid is located in Madrid's Chamberi neighborhood and close to Museum of Natural Sciences, U.S. Embassy, and National Library. Other points of interest near this luxury hotel include Congress of Deputies and Spanish Senate. Hotel Features.... more


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