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.

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Hotels in MADRID


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Hotel Velada Madrid

Address: C/Alcala 476, Madrid

$64 - $151

Location. Near the airport, Hotel Velada Madrid is located in Madrid's Arturo Soria Ciudad Lineal neighborhood and close to Hipercor Campo de las Naciones Shopping Centre, Madrid Congress Centre, and Las Ventas. Nearby points of interest also include Estadio de la Comunidad and TorrespaƱa.... more

Holiday Inn Express Madrid-Alcobendas

Address: Esquina Calle Metallurigica 1-3, Madrid

$63 - $94

Enjoy a warm welcome at the Holiday Inn Express Madrid-Alcobendas hotel, close to key business districts in northern Madrid. It's easy to reach us via the A1 highway when you jet into Madrid-Barajas Airpor t, 8km away. The bright and friendly Holiday Inn Express Madrid-Alcobendas is located in... more

Zenit Abeba

Address: Alcantara 63, Madrid

$75 - $146

Location. Zenit Abeba is a business friendly hotel located in Madrid's Salamanca Serrano neighborhood, close to Sports Palace Madrid, Plaza Mayor, and Royal Palace. Additional points of interest include Prado Museum and Las Ventas. Hotel Features. Zenit Abeba's restaurant serves... more

Best Western Hotel Villa De Barajas

Address: Avda De Logrono 331, Madrid

$84 - $328

Location. Located in Madrid, Best Western Hotel Villa De Barajas is near the airport and close to El Capricho Park, Madrid Congress Centre, and Ciudad Real Madrid. Nearby points of interest also include Plenilunio Shopping Area and Hipercor Campo de las Naciones Shopping Centre. Hotel Features.... more

Hotel Puerta de Toledo

Address: Glorieta Puerta de Toledo, 4, Madrid

$72 - $361

Hotel information With your comfort in mind, the reception will be happy to help you with car rental, travel reservations and sightseeing trips. Quick description Located next to the historic centre on Puerta de Toledo, this smart hotel has a great breakfast buffet and a lounge bar perfect for... more

Catalonia Gaudi Hotel

Address: Gran Via 9, Madrid

$132 - $170

Gran Via and Alcala Street 0.1 km, Madrid Airport MAD 10 km, Main Station 1 km, Museums and Theatres Located Adjacent to the Hotel, Prado Museum Walking Distance Check-In 01:00 PM Check-Out 12:00 PM Area attractions Attractions: Outdoor Swimming Pool (All Year) more

Best Western Hotel Carlos V

Address: Maestro Victoria 5, Madrid

$70 - $188

Location. Located in central Madrid, Best Western Hotel Carlos V is within walking distance of Convent de las Descalzas Reales, Plaza Mayor, and Puerta del Sol. Nearby points of interest also include Plaza de Espana and Almudena Cathedral. Hotel Features. Best Western Hotel Carlos V features a... more

Holiday Inn Express Madrid-Alcorcon

Address: Calle Argentina S/N, Madrid

$78 - $92

Enjoy easy access to central Madrid at the welcoming Holiday Inn Express Madrid-Alcorcon hotel. Madrid-Barajas Airport is 30km from the fresh and modern Holiday Inn Express Madrid-Alcorcon and we're just 300 metres from Alcorcon Central subway station for speedy links to downtown Madrid.... more

Abba Castilla Plaza Hotel

Address: Paseo Je La Castellana 220, Madrid

$69 - $1,097

Location. Abba Castilla Plaza Hotel is located in Madrid's Chamartin Plaza Castilla neighborhood, close to Plaza de Castilla, Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, and Las Ventas. Nearby points of interest also include Cuzco Square and Hospital La Paz. Hotel Features. Dining options at Abba Castilla... more

TRYP Madrid Alameda Aeropuerto Hotel

Address: Av de Logrono, 100, Madrid

$58 - $248

Location. Located in Madrid, TRYP Madrid Alameda Aeropuerto Hotel is connected to the airport and close to El Capricho Park, Madrid Congress Centre, and Plenilunio Shopping Area. Other points of interest near this hotel include Ciudad Real Madrid and Hipercor Campo de las Naciones Shopping Centre.... more


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