Imperial Travel Guide

Madrid

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Stay near popular Imperial attractions

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Puerta de Toledo

The youngest of Madrid’s monumental gateways is a celebration of the worldwide influence of the Spanish monarchy and the nation’s military successes.
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Things to do

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

£27
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

£30
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Madrid: "Emociones" Live Flamenco Performance

The Premium Experience at Teatro Flamenco Madrid

£23
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Premium Experience at Teatro Flamenco Madrid
Guided Tour in Santiago Bernabéu Stadium

Guided Tour in Santiago Bernabéu Stadium

£42
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour in Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

£22
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour

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

£18
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 Imperial

Hotel101- Madrid

Hotel101- Madrid

4 out of 5
Av. de las Fuerzas Armadas, 328 Madrid
The price is £77 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£77
20 Sept - 21 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 £252 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
£252
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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! (5,227 reviews)
"Overall, everything was very good. The cleanliness of the room was very good. The breakfast was magnificent. There was a wide variety of everything. The staff was very friendly and always ready to help. I don't know if things have changed, but the guys at the door do NOT help with the suitcases. ..."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is £279 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£279
14 Sept - 15 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 ...
Hotel Regina
Urban Hive Madrid

Urban Hive Madrid

4.5 out of 5
Cuesta de Santo Domingo 9 Madrid
The price is £195 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£195
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (314 reviews)
"Hallways could be cleaned daily. No service at breakfast: empty pots of coffee and milk, no tortilla espanola, 20 dirty tables. Not a nice experience. Did not eat breakfast the last day."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Urban Hive Madrid
Latroupe Prado

Latroupe Prado

3 out of 5
Paseo de las Delicias 1 Madrid
The price is £103 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
£103
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions El Retiro Park and Puerta del Sol are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (649 reviews)
"Fix the AC"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Latroupe Prado
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

4.5 out of 5
Ronda de Atocha 17 Madrid
The price is £194 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£194
20 Sept - 21 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. ...
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
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Where to stay in Imperial

Find the best Imperial 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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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.

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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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