San Sebastian de los Reyes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Culture, traditional festivals, outdoor sports, fast cars...San Sebastián de los Reyes is a town outside Madrid where it is impossible to get bored.

San Sebastián de los Reyes was founded in 1492, when about thirty people settled in cabins around the hermitage of San Sebastian. This town, located just 12.5 miles north of Madrid is a very popular destination for its fiestas, such as those held at the end of August which have been declared to be of national tourist interest. If you want to enjoy its festive atmosphere, wait no longer, take a holiday in San Sebastián de los Reyes.

The heart of the old quarter of Sanse – the name used by locals to refer to the town – is the Plaza de la Constitution, where you can see the magnificent town hall building. Here you can also find the fifteenth-century San Sebastián Mártir parish church, which houses a collection of fascinating religious objects.

In the same square you can visit the ethnographic museum at El Caserón, a typical 17th-century farm building. Come to San Sebastian de los Reyes and get to know the area's arts and popular traditions in this centre of culture. If you want to see a good play, go to the Adolfo Marsillach theatre-auditorium, a modern building with a capacity of 700 people.

Motor sports fans will be drawn to San Sebastián de los Reyes so they can take in a race at the famous Jarama Circuit. The town also has magnificent golf courses for the many lovers of this sport. Horse riding and hiking through the Valdelamasa valley are other activities that you won't want to miss during your stay.

San Sebastián de los Reyes is located less than 15 minutes by car from Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez airport, making arriving by plane a very practical option. Check out our San Sebastian de los Reyes holiday packages and book the flight and hotel together for an enjoyable getaway near the capital of Madrid!

Where to stay in San Sebastian de los Reyes

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Fuente del Fresno

Though Fuente del Fresno may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jarama Circuit and Micropolix.

Fuente del Fresno
Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84, Madrid
The price is ฿7,773 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿7,773
฿8,551 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,325 reviews)
"This hotel is at the center of Madrid perfect location, close to everything, lots of dining options and the staff was super friendly- Luis was super fun my fellow Dominican, kitchen staff very professional as well and attentive. Will be back for sure!"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Emperador

Hotel Emperador

4 out of 5
Gran Via 53, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,749 reviews)
"Permitir al menos una maleta por persona en el maletero. Que nos dijeron que era 1 por habitacion y aunque se quedaron con ellas parecia un favor y no un derecho por haber pernoctado un total de 5 noches en el hotel, ademas de que eso no lo dice en ningun sitio."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Hotel Emperador
Senator Barajas Hotel

Senator Barajas Hotel

4 out of 5
Galeon 27, Madrid, Madrid
The price is ฿4,348 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿4,348
฿4,783 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,700 reviews)
"The staff was very nice"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Senator Barajas Hotel
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.
Gran View Apartments

Gran View Apartments

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Vía 48, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,263 reviews)
"Great property"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Gran View Apartments
Compostela Suites Apartments

Compostela Suites Apartments

3 out of 5
C/ Zambrana, 4, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (682 reviews)
Beautiful
"It was an amazing establishment. Rooms were very clean and comfortable. Staff were professional and courteous"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Compostela Suites Apartments
Suites Viena Plaza de España

Suites Viena Plaza de España

3 out of 5
Juan Alvarez Mendizabal 17, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,269 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 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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Big Playgrounds for children to play in, nice greenery for walking around and cute little places to eat near by. Could do with some fountains or water features. But nice place

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