Literary Quarter Travel Guide

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Stay near popular Literary Quarter attractions

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Plaza de Santa Ana

9.2/10 (466 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Madrid when you stop by Plaza de Santa Ana. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

£28
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

Teatro Flamenco Madrid: Live the Flamenco Experience

£27
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Teatro Flamenco Madrid: Live the Flamenco Experience
Museo del Prado in Madrid

Skip-the-line access to Prado and Reina Sofía Museums

£59
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-line access to Prado and Reina Sofía Museums
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

£24
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

£20
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 Literary Quarter

Far Home Atocha

Far Home Atocha

2 out of 5
Calle Atocha, 45 Madrid
The price is £52 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
£52
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (919 reviews)
"I had a reasonable stay here and there were positives, i.e. the staff were lovely and the place kept very clean, however I also had the following issues:- - I was on the top bulk and found it difficult to get up and down from the bunk. Although I am in my 60's, I noticed that the ladies in their ..."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Far Home Atocha
The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid

The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid

5 out of 5
Plaza de las Cortes, 7 Madrid Madrid
The price is £420 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£420
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 in their reviews. ...
The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid
Radisson RED Madrid

Radisson RED Madrid

4 out of 5
Atocha 123 Madrid Madrid
The price is £171 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£171
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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 helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Radisson RED Madrid
Axel Hotel Madrid - Adults Only

Axel Hotel Madrid - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Atocha 49 Madrid
The price is £135 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£135
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Axel Hotel Madrid - Adults Only
Hotel101- Madrid

Hotel101- Madrid

4 out of 5
Av. de las Fuerzas Armadas, 328 Madrid
The price is £63 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£63
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 £148 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£148
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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. ...
Hotel Riu Plaza España
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Where to stay in Literary Quarter

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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 Gran Via, 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 Golden Mile. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.

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Sol

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

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Chueca

If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and San Anton Market. 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 Manuela Malasaña while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.

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