Sol Travel Guide

Madrid

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Stay near popular Sol attractions

A public square with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and historic buildings.

Puerta del Sol

9.0/10 (21,666 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

฿1,342
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Guided Tour in Santiago Bernabéu Stadium

Guided Tour in Santiago Bernabéu Stadium

฿1,884
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour in Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace

Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace

฿1,491
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Skip-the-Line Royal Palace Tour

Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide

฿1,416
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included

Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included

฿1,917
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour

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

฿795
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
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Top hotels in Sol

Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿10,057 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿10,057
฿11,062 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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! (2,377 reviews)
"Great location, Spotless clean, wonderful staff and very good breakfeast. What else could ask for ?"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Hotel Regina
Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid

Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid

4 out of 5
Gran Vía 29 Madrid
The price is ฿7,616 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿7,616
฿8,378 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,126 reviews)
"Clean rooms"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid
Hotel Liabeny

Hotel Liabeny

4 out of 5
Calle de la Salud 3 Madrid
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,876 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿8,876
฿9,764 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,629 reviews)
"Location is everything! If you want to be in the heart of Madrid, this hotel is it!"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Hotel Liabeny
The Madrid EDITION

The Madrid EDITION

5 out of 5
Plaza de Celenque 2 Madrid
The price is ฿21,872 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿21,872
฿24,059 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
The Madrid EDITION
Hotel Europa

Hotel Europa

3 out of 5
Calle Carmen, 4 Madrid Madrid
The price is ฿8,854 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿8,854
฿9,739 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location in a very lively part of town, nice and popular café. We had a nice stay, the only reason I give it a "Good" rather than "Excellent" is that it is somewhat dated which is absolutely OK, it's in excellent condition and the front desk staff was terrific. I would certainly stay there ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Hotel Europa
SabiaNatura - boutiqueMadrid

SabiaNatura - boutiqueMadrid

Calle Arenal 26 Madrid
The price is ฿3,881 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿3,881
฿4,269 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, memory foam beds and housekeeping. Popular attractions Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very good! (214 reviews)
"Best location in Madrid center, walking distance from plaza dell Sol and other amenities Nice room"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

SabiaNatura - boutiqueMadrid
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Where to stay in Sol

Find the best Sol 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 Gran Via and Puerta del Sol, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.

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Salamanca

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

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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Malasaña

Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Liria Palace while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.

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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 National Archaeological Museum.

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