Castellana Travel Guide

Madrid
Castellana
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

Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
3 out of 5
Avenida de Aragón 402, Madrid
The price is ฿1,799 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
฿1,799
per night
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (892 reviews)
"Good place for a short overnight by the airport."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Barceló Emperatriz
Barceló Emperatriz
5 out of 5
Calle de Lopez de Hoyos, 4, Madrid, Madrid
The price is ฿7,844 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿7,844
per night
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Unique hotel!"

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024

Barceló Emperatriz
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Riu Plaza España
4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84, Madrid
The price is ฿5,700 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
฿5,700
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,259 reviews)
"NA"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Barceló Torre de Madrid
5 out of 5
Plaza de España, 18, Madrid
The price is ฿7,969 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
฿7,969
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Barceló was a very beautiful clean hotel. Rooms are spacious and a nice place to relax and explore Madrid as it is located next to via grand which basically connects to all the museums and palaces and shopping. Rooms have A/C breakfast was good and nice aromas in lobbies and hallways. Very little ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024

Barceló Torre de Madrid
Hostel Thirty One
Hostel Thirty One
1 out of 5
C. de Juan Bautista de Toledo 31, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this hostel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santiago Bernabéu Stadium and WiZink Center ...
7.2/10 Good! (110 reviews)
Son de lo mejor, a precios accesibles!
"Hospedaje bonito, céntrico y de muy buena atención. Altamente recomendado!"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Hostel Thirty One
easyHotel Madrid Centro Atocha
easyHotel Madrid Centro Atocha
2.5 out of 5
Calle Mezquite 5B, Madrid, Madrid
The price is ฿2,519 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿2,519
per night
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (586 reviews)
"It was convenient for Atocha station, comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024

easyHotel Madrid Centro Atocha
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Other neighbourhoods around Castellana

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Salamanca

4.5/5(128 area reviews)

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

Salamanca
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Recoletos

Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like Jorge Juan y Santacilia.

Recoletos
Chueca featuring a city and signage

Justicia

While you're in Justicia, take in top sights like Gran Via or Plaza de Chueca, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chueca Station or Banco de Espana Station.

Justicia
Chueca featuring café lifestyle and a city as well as a large group of people

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
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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
Paseo de la Castellana

Chamartín

4/5(45 area reviews)

Travellers choose Chamartín for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Colombia Station or Concha Espina Station and check out top sights like Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.

Chamartín

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