Castellana Travel Guide

Madrid

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A wide urban street with trees, a historic building, and clear skies.
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A park with trees, grass, and a stone staircase.

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.


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Top hotels in Castellana

Barceló Emperatriz

Barceló Emperatriz

5 out of 5
Calle de Lopez de Hoyos, 4 Madrid Madrid
The price is £209 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£209
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,249 reviews)
"Excelente propiedad , muy bien ubicada , barrio tranquilo"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Barceló Emperatriz
Hotel101- Madrid

Hotel101- Madrid

4 out of 5
Av. de las Fuerzas Armadas, 328 Madrid
The price is £59 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£59
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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 ...
Hotel101- Madrid
Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84 Madrid
The price is £150 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£150
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (5,207 reviews)
"Fantastic staff, great food & drinks, roof top bar is amazing"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is £163 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£163
6 Sept - 7 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! (2,373 reviews)
"Clean eooms. Honestly the complimentary breakfast was the highlight for me. Definitely would return for that. Low light was having issues with the room key constantly not working and having to get it reprogrammed each day, quite annoying."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Hotel Regina
Urban Hive Madrid

Urban Hive Madrid

4.5 out of 5
Cuesta de Santo Domingo 9 Madrid
The price is £160 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£160
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Royal Palace of Madrid and Plaza Mayor are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (280 reviews)
"Urban Hive is an excellent hotel. Recently renovated so everything is new and exceptionally clean. The staff are wonderful and always willing to help. The pool area is lovely with amazing views. It was most welcome to find a proper shower by the pool that we could use to freshen up and change before ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Urban Hive Madrid
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

4.5 out of 5
Ronda de Atocha 17 Madrid
The price is £131 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£131
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,904 reviews)
"Solid hotel and service. Watched the World Cup final and had a blast."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
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Where to stay in Castellana

Find the best Castellana areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Castellana
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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.

Sol

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

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.

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.

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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