El Pilar Travel Guide
Madrid
Visit El Pilar
Popular places to visit
Gran Via
Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.
Bernabéu Stadium
Cheer on the superstar players of one of the world’s most successful soccer clubs and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the colossal 81,000-capacity stadium.
Puerta del Sol
Stand at the very center of Madrid and feel the buzz as thousands of people meet and greet before a night out, gather for protests, or start out on a tour of the city.
Plaza Mayor
This square has seen everything from markets and public celebrations to bullfights and executions. Today you’ll find street performers, artists and plenty of shops.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.
Parque Warner Madrid
Enjoy the rides and games at Parque Warner Madrid and find out why this is a popular theme park in San Martin de la Vega. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
Things to do
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Madrid: Flamenco Show at Tablao La Carmela with Optional Dinner
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Top hotels in El Pilar
Hotel101- Madrid
"Nice hotel fairly close to Madrid airport. Good size room and good AC. Free shuttle to airport only goes at the top of the hour though and max 20 people. Shuttle makes multiple stops at bus and various terminals so can take more time than a taxi. Forgot to report this at checkout - an odd thing happened ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
"Excelente hotel en una ubicación céntrica. Habitaciones espaciosas. El rooftop es un plus."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hotel Regina
"Great welcome. The hotel is clean, new, and in the best location 📍. The rooms are perfect, and the bathroom includes a Dyson hair dryer. The highlight was the friendliness of the staff members."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Live It Gran Via
"The room was as the description on the website. The room was super hot and even though there was an A/C unit, we were not allowed to use it. The location for this hostel is 10 out of 10 and the check in/out process was easy."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
"Nice hotel close to the airport. 15 mins walk to El retiro. Nice Reims although sink was kind of clogged or at least water run slowly. Walkable area with a market across and around it. A few places to grab a sandwich or coffee very close. Nice staff."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Barceló Torre de Madrid
"Everyone was incredibly hospitable, kind, resourceful, and pleasant. Would love to return!"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in El Pilar
Madrid Centro
Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and Gran Via, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.
Salamanca
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.
Sol
If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Gran Via and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.
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.
Chueca
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.
