Retiro Travel Guide

Madrid

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A grand entrance with ornate gates, a statue, and lush greenery.
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A large glass-domed structure with columns and arches, likely a historical building or museum.
A wrought iron gate with columns, surrounded by trees and greenery.

Stay near popular Retiro attractions

A park with topiary trees, a paved walkway, and people walking.

El Retiro Park

9.6/10 (18,863 reviews)
Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.
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Things to do

Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace

Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace

฿1,478
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included

Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included

฿2,236
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included
Big Bus Madrid Panoramic Open-top Bus Tour

Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour

฿788
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

฿1,330
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Madrid: Santiago Bernabéu and Real Madrid Guided tour

Madrid: Santiago Bernabéu and Real Madrid Guided tour

฿2,273
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Santiago Bernabéu and Real Madrid Guided tour
Skip-the-Line Royal Palace Tour

Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide

฿1,478
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
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Top hotels in Retiro

Only YOU Hotel Atocha

Only YOU Hotel Atocha

4 out of 5
Paseo Infanta Isabel 13 Madrid
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,788 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿4,788
฿5,267 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,358 reviews)
"Awesome modern cool hotel. Centrally located."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Only YOU Hotel Atocha
Hotel101- Madrid

Hotel101- Madrid

4 out of 5
Av. de las Fuerzas Armadas, 328 Madrid
The price is ฿2,233 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿2,233
฿2,456 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-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! (814 reviews)
"The restaurant is good and it’s not cheap."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Hotel101- Madrid
Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84 Madrid
The price is ฿7,548 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿7,548
฿8,303 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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! (5,033 reviews)
"Only few staff members were really helpful and courteous. Most of people tend to answer on a rude way when asking questions which is something we are not used to or experience in our home country."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿6,569 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿6,569
฿7,226 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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! (2,310 reviews)
"Upscale and perfectly located amazingly clean hotel in Madrid centro near Puerta del Sol and walking distance to El Retiro Park, the main museums, restaurants, shops and Royal Palace. This is my 4th time staying at the Regina Hotel and I wouldn’t go anywhere else when visiting Madrid. Great professional ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Hotel Regina
Hotel Emperador

Hotel Emperador

4 out of 5
Gran Via 53 Madrid Madrid
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,839 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿5,839
฿6,423 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,182 reviews)
"The property was in a great location and the rooftop pool was great!"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Hotel Emperador
Novotel Madrid Center

Novotel Madrid Center

4 out of 5
O'donnell 53 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿6,869 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿6,869
฿7,556 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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! (1,257 reviews)
"Excellent staff hospitality. Quality food, and clean room."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Novotel Madrid Center
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Where to stay in Retiro

Find the best Retiro areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Plaza Mayor, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.

A grand archway with statues and inscriptions, surrounded by vibrant pink flowers.

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.

A grand historic building with a large central courtyard, columns, and a flag.

Sol

If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Plaza Mayor and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.

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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.

A busy urban square with cafes, people walking, and a prominent rainbow flag.

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.

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