Alcobendas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Close to the capital, Alcobendas awaits a little-known destination where you can enjoy a holiday full of sport and tradition.

If you’re passionate about exercise and looking for a holiday with physical activities, then Alcobendas is your destination. Choose one of our cheap trips to Alcobendas and discover the secrets of this sporting city north of the Spanish capital.

Alcobendas is ideally located just 9 miles from Madrid and 6 miles from Barajas airport, making the municipality easily accessible as a tourist destination to enjoy your holidays.

Take advantage of your holiday in Alcobendas to get in shape at the Ciudad Deportiva Valdelasfuentes, sporting facilities where, as well astoning up, you can take a dip in a wave pool right in the centre of town, join in a competition at the velodrome or strap on your skates and hit the skating rink. And after a day of working out, relax at the José Caballero Municipal Sports Centre. There you’ll find a sauna and steam baths open to everyone. Take a break after all that activity.

As well as sports, holiday deals to Alcobendas will show you the history and traditions of the centre of the peninsula. Sign up for activities with some of the associations responsible for disseminating the historical culture of Madrid. Immerse yourself in the Spanish spirit and discover popular dances and local fiestas. Another of this destination’s great strengths is the cuisine, rich in products typical of the centre of the Iberian Peninsula. Enjoy hearty dishes such as cocido stew, mollejas sweetbreads and typical Madrid callos tripe. Heaven on Earth for a gourmand.

The continental Mediterranean climate is characterised by great variations in temperatures depending on the season. The best time to visit Alcobendas is in spring, the perfect season to explore the interesting Bonsai Museum and take in the serene beauty of its Japanese Gardens.

Book your flight + hotel in Alcobendas to explore this little-known destination near the capital with a wide range of options to make the most of your downtime.

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84 Madrid
The price is ฿5,278 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
฿5,278
฿5,806 total
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,535 reviews)
everything was superb!

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,212 reviews)
Buenas habitaciones

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Hotel Regina
Hostal Madrid Atocha

Hostal Madrid Atocha

2 out of 5
Calle Mezquite 5B Madrid Madrid
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,413 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
฿2,413
฿2,654 total
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,150 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Hostal Madrid Atocha
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Compostela Suites Apartments

Compostela Suites Apartments

3 out of 5
C/ Zambrana, 4 Madrid Madrid
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (781 reviews)
todo perfecto

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Compostela Suites Apartments
Gran View Apartments

Gran View Apartments

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Vía 48 Madrid Madrid
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,374 reviews)
Last minute stay at this beautiful place. Right on Gran Via and very accessible. Great people and they are a lot of help

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Gran View Apartments
Suites Viena Plaza de España

Suites Viena Plaza de España

3 out of 5
Juan Alvarez Mendizabal 17 Madrid Madrid
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,301 reviews)
Location was decent .Staff was friendly and room was spacious

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Suites Viena Plaza de España
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Alcobendas

3.6
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5 - Excellent 14%
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4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 57%
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Madrid is a great city to visit and the hotel was ideal for an early transfer to the airport. However, if exploring the city for a few days, it might be better to stay closer to the centre

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Ok sort of

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