Castellana Travel Guide

Madrid

Madrid, Spain financial district skyline at twilight.; Shutterstock ID 245037493

Book a stay in the Castellana to explore one of Madrid's best known neighbourhoods and stroll the length of this iconic avenue.

The Castellana is one of the six neighbourhoods of the district of Salamanca, in the centre of Madrid. It takes its name from the famous Paseo de la Castellana that, in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, ran through the city from north to south. Today the neighbourhood is the financial hub of the capital, but it hides many more secrets. Book a cheap trip to the Castellana to discover them!

The Paseo de la Castellana is the iconic avenue that runs through Madrid. It begins at the Plaza de Colón, a public space where you will find a neo-gothic monument honouring the famous navigator better known in English as Columbus. In the eastern part of the square is the Jardines del Descubrimiento, commemorating the discovery of America, with a series of curious concrete statues. Check out the detail on them!

Art lovers will come across a pleasant surprise in the Public Art Museum, an open-air exhibition of 17 abstract sculptures by Spanish artists under the Enrique de la Mata Gorostigaza bridge. Don't miss the National Museum of Natural Sciences, dedicated to the study and dissemination of this branch of science and located in an old palace. It is the perfect place to visit as a family, although people of all ages will enjoy its many and varied exhibitions.

Castellana getaway packages are also perfect for sports fans, who will not want to miss the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the home of Real Madrid. Attend a game at this temple of football or take a tour of its facilities. Visit the museum, where you can see all the trophies and other curiosities, and go into the changing rooms of the stars.

To get here, fly to Madrid-Barajas airport, take the metro, and then a short bus ride. The journey will take you little more than half an hour! Check our travel offers to the Castellana and spend some pleasant days in Spain's capital.


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Top hotels in Castellana

Barceló Emperatriz

Barceló Emperatriz

5 out of 5
Calle de Lopez de Hoyos, 4 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿9,381 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
฿9,381
฿10,319 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,184 reviews)
"Solo estuve una noche, pero valió la pena.muy buen cuarto, de muy buen tamaño. Un poco oscuro el cuarto… El desayuno es extraordinario."

Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Barceló Emperatriz
Hotel101- Madrid

Hotel101- Madrid

3 out of 5
Av. de las Fuerzas Armadas, 328 Madrid
The price is ฿3,107 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
฿3,107
฿3,417 total
4 Jun - 5 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bernabéu Stadium and El Retiro Park are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (323 reviews)
"The rooms and beds were comfortable. Had nice touch’s such as robes and slippers, coffee etc. I wound highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Hotel101- Madrid
Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84 Madrid
The price is ฿6,327 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
฿6,327
฿6,959 total
28 Jun - 29 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! (4,912 reviews)
"The staff were very dry and unhelpful. They didn't want to engage in conversation or even say hello. Many times we would pass by employees and they would avoid eye contact and not say a word. The pool is tiny - not more than 5 people can be in there comfortably and the rooms were okay but nothing ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿9,962 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
฿9,962
฿10,958 total
7 Jun - 8 Jun
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! (2,306 reviews)
"El hotel tiene muy buena ubicacion, todos los empleados te dan un gran servicio, el cuarto me parecio un poco diferente a las fotos, como mas cuarto universitario o para ir con amigas que para estar en pareja. Todo esta limpio, nuevo, moderno solo esperaba otro tipo de habitacion, fuera de ahi todo ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Hotel Regina
INNSiDE by Meliá Madrid Valdebebas

INNSiDE by Meliá Madrid Valdebebas

4 out of 5
Jose Antonio Fernandez Ordoñez, 55 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿4,833 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
฿4,833
฿5,316 total
21 Jun - 22 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Bernabéu Stadium and Real Madrid ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (922 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast and punctual and efficient shuttle to the airport - be sure to book in advance."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

INNSiDE by Meliá Madrid Valdebebas
Novotel Madrid Center

Novotel Madrid Center

4 out of 5
O'donnell 53 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿7,598 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
฿7,598
฿8,357 total
18 Jun - 19 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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,211 reviews)
"Desayuno excelente"

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Novotel Madrid Center
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Other neighbourhoods around Castellana

Salamanca

Salamanca

4.5/5(130 area reviews)

Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and El Jardin de Serrano. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.

Salamanca
Recoletos

Recoletos

Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like El Jardin de Serrano.

Recoletos
Chueca

Chueca

4.5/5(65 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and Plaza de Chueca. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca Station to see more of the city.

Chueca
Ibiza

Ibiza

During your stop in Ibiza, check out the parks, and jump on the metro at Ibiza Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Ibiza
Malasaña

Malasaña

4/5(42 area reviews)

Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Plaza del Dos de Mayo while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.

Malasaña
Jerónimos

Jerónimos

Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like National Prado Museum and Glass Palace. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Atocha Renfe Station to see more of the city.

Jerónimos


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