Castellana Travel Guide

Madrid

Castellana
Castellana
Castellana
Castellana
Photo by Charles Cheng

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.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Castellana

Barceló Emperatriz

Barceló Emperatriz

5 out of 5
Calle de Lopez de Hoyos, 4 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿7,730 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
฿7,730
฿8,502 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,046 reviews)
room was a bit cold

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Barceló Emperatriz
Melia Madrid Serrano

Melia Madrid Serrano

4 out of 5
Calle de Claudio Coello, 139 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿6,387 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
฿6,387
฿7,026 total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (695 reviews)
Every thing was great

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Melia Madrid Serrano
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿7,522 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
฿7,522
฿8,274 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,219 reviews)
Apparently I was upgraded to a superior room, which was very pleasant. I was entitled to one free gift - I believe that was a little box of sweets in this case.

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Hotel Regina
Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84 Madrid
The price is ฿5,350 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
฿5,350
฿5,885 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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! (4,523 reviews)
Everything was perfect from checking in in to checking out, the rooftop was beautiful, location was perfect, very clean, breakfast was wonderful.

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hostal Madrid Atocha

Hostal Madrid Atocha

2 out of 5
Calle Mezquite 5B Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿2,417 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
฿2,417
฿2,659 total
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (1,128 reviews)
The room was clean and nice. The staff was amazing.

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Hostal Madrid Atocha
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

4.5 out of 5
Ronda de Atocha 17 Madrid
The price is ฿6,455 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
฿6,455
฿7,101 total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,354 reviews)
Clean room, warm greetings from the staff and the Bar

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Castellana

Default Image

Salamanca

4.5/5(128 area reviews)

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

Salamanca
Sorolla Museum

Almagro

While you're in Almagro, take in top sights like Sorolla Museum or Paseo de la Castellana, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ruben Dario Station or Gregorio Maranon Station.

Almagro
Default Image

Recoletos

Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like National Archaeological Museum.

Recoletos
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 San Anton Market. 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
Default Image

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
Default Image

Jerónimos

Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like Glass Palace and Royal Botanical Garden. 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


Castellana Travel Guide