Collado Villalba Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A mountainous landscape with rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.
Campo con cielo/ vista de la dehesa boyal con la sierra de Guadarrama al fondo en Collado Villalba, provincia de Madrid. España
Collado Villalba

Collado Villalba is an important town in the province of Madrid, thanks to its strategic location between the capital city and Guadarrama mountain range.

This historic town enjoys a convenient location in the valley of the River Guadarrama, surrounded by hills and mountains. The town has been inhabited by Romans, Visigoths and Arabs, all of whom have left their mark on what is now a modern town with all the services and facilities you could want, especially after the new developments in the 1960s.

If you decide to enjoy some holidays in Collado Villalba, you’ll be able to discover beautiful natural landscapes on one of the many hiking routes in the surrounding area. The town is part of the Imperial Route, a tourist trail centred around the Monastery of El Escorial, and which goes through towns such as Guadarrama and Torrelodones. You can also go for shorter routes that cross the dehesas, or wooded meadows surrounding the town, and which offer some wonderful views of the nearby mountains.

But nature isn't the only reason to look for cheap trips to Collado Villalba. The town's heritage includes some interesting sites, such as the Nuestra Señora del Enebral church, from the 16th and 17th centuries, with a predominantly Romanesque style, the Piedra del Concejo, an ancient meeting point of the town's council and El Caño Viejo, an Arab fountain whose vault is particularly worth seeing.

Thanks to the quick, convenient public transport in the Madrid region, you’ll find it easy to get about to other towns in the area, or visit the main monuments in the capital city. Madrid is just half an hour away, meaning it couldn't be easier to enjoy the hustle and bustle of the big city. You won't want to miss other local points of interest, such as Cercedilla, Hoyo de Manzanares and San Lorenzo del Escorial.

Start looking for package deals to Collado Villalba to discover everything this town has to offer. You’ll be able to choose between nature, leisure and entertainment, thanks to its wide range of options.

Where to stay in Collado Villalba

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Estación Sur

While Estación Sur isn't home to many top sights, Plaza de Toros and Centro Comercial Los Valles are some notable places to visit nearby.

La Estación

While La Estación isn't home to many top sights, Plaza de Toros and Centro Comercial Los Valles are some notable places to visit nearby.

Los Negrales

Los Negrales might not have many top sights, but Plaza de Toros and Centro Comercial Planetocio are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Polígono 29

When in Polígono 29, you can plan a visit to Plaza de Toros and Centro Comercial Planetocio, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cerca de Cascarrilla

While there might not be top attractions in Cerca de Cascarrilla, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza de Toros and Monumento al Cantero.

Hotel Galaico

Hotel Galaico

3 out of 5
Avenida de Juan Carlos I, 45 Collado Villalba Madrid
The price is £45 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£45
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Collado Villalba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Centro Comercial Los Valles and ...
7.8/10 Good! (304 reviews)
"The hotel is bad need for a makeover. Furniture was right out of the 60's budget store. There was only one electrical outlet and it was at the entrance to the room at floor level. Bed was overly firm. To be fair the washroom looked to be renovated and was good and clean the main entrance facade was ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

Hotel Galaico
Hotel Chamartin The One

Hotel Chamartin The One

4 out of 5
Agustín de Foxa s/n Madrid Madrid
The price is £79 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£79
28 Jun - 29 Jun
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,065 reviews)
"Great location and good breakfast."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Hotel Chamartin The One
ibis Madrid Norte Las Tablas

ibis Madrid Norte Las Tablas

3 out of 5
Calle Sauceda 14 Fuencarral El Pardo Madrid
The price is £58 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
£58
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Bernabéu Stadium and Riyadh ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (194 reviews)
"Excelente punto u claro"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

ibis Madrid Norte Las Tablas
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.
R1 CasaCafe Madrid Apartamento 1 habitación, 4 Personas

R1 CasaCafe Madrid Apartamento 1 habitación, 4 Personas

Collado Villalba Madrid
Stay at this apartment in Collado Villalba. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Centro Comercial Los Valles and Centro Comercial Planetocio are located ...
R1 CasaCafe Madrid Apartamento 1 habitación, 4 Personas
Livensa Living Studios Madrid Alcobendas

Livensa Living Studios Madrid Alcobendas

3 out of 5
Av. del Monte Valdelatas 40 Alcobendas Madrid
Stay at this aparthotel in Alcobendas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Bernabéu Stadium and Real Madrid City ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (116 reviews)
"There were bags from a clothing store left in the wardrobe, so not a thorough cleaning obviously. As other reviews have stated, very scarce on any cooking utensils. Lots of space and areas to hang out though, although no coffee facilities at all and nowhere to buy a beer. Other than these small things, ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Livensa Living Studios Madrid Alcobendas
The Oliver Apartamentos Pozuelo

The Oliver Apartamentos Pozuelo

3 out of 5
Vía de las Dos Castillas 9B Pozuelo de Alarcon Madrid
Stay at this aparthotel in Pozuelo de Alarcon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Royal Palace of Madrid and Plaza ...
8.4/10 Very good! (169 reviews)
"Great area walkable and safe. Small but all our family needed. Convenient washer in dryer in the buikding( not inside the apartment) great location"

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026

The Oliver Apartamentos Pozuelo
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.

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