Alcobendas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Pareja caminando de espaldas porPuente atirantado asimétrico triangular Puerta de las rozas. Comunidad de Madrid. España
Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid
An immense panel of sunlight in a park of Acobendas. Photograph taken in Alcobendas, Madrid (Spain)
peace bell in traditional japanese style temple.

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 ฿8,582 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
฿8,582
฿9,440 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,880 reviews)
"Simply amazing the hotel and staff"

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿9,966 per night from 25 May to 26 May
฿9,966
฿10,962 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,302 reviews)
"Nice hotel in a very nice area of the city. Very helpful staff. Only down side is the lack of a decent on-site restaurant. The affiliated restaurant had a good staff but the food was not up to typical Madrileno status. Breakfast buffet was good."

Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Hotel Regina
Novotel Madrid Center

Novotel Madrid Center

4 out of 5
O'donnell 53 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿8,719 per night from 24 May to 25 May
฿8,719
฿9,591 total
24 May - 25 May
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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,199 reviews)
"The propertie is good."

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Novotel Madrid Center
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.
Livensa Living Studios Madrid Alcobendas

Livensa Living Studios Madrid Alcobendas

3 out of 5
Av. del Monte Valdelatas 40 Alcobendas Madrid
Stay at this aparthotel in Alcobendas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Bernabéu Stadium and Real Madrid City ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (109 reviews)
"No the kitchen was not well equipped, there was only the bare minumum: 2 plates, 2 bowls, 2 sets of cutlery, two tiny drinking glasses. Not even a kettle or toaster for breakfast, or coffee mugs, or wine glasses. We had to visit Carrefour to buy kitchen supplies."

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Livensa Living Studios Madrid Alcobendas
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,565 reviews)
"The location is great, walking distance to anywhere in central Madrid. Staff very friendly and clean room. Our room telephone was out of order but everything else was fine"

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Gran View Apartments
Smartr Madrid Gran Vía 47

Smartr Madrid Gran Vía 47

3.5 out of 5
Calle Gran Vía 47 Madrid Madrid
Stay at this aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Smartr Madrid Gran Vía 47
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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