Hortaleza Travel Guide
Madrid
Popular places to visit
Gran Via
Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.
Puerta del Sol
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.
Bernabéu Stadium
Cheer on the superstar players of one of the world’s most successful soccer clubs and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the colossal 81,000-capacity stadium.
Plaza Mayor
This square has seen everything from markets and public celebrations to bullfights and executions. Today you’ll find street performers, artists and plenty of shops.
Parque Warner Madrid
Enjoy the rides and games at Parque Warner Madrid and find out why this is a popular theme park in San Martin de la Vega. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
El Retiro Park
Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.
Things to do
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Go City: Madrid All-Inclusive Pass with 20+ attractions, tours and museums
Segovia Tour including a Guided Walking Tour
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Top hotels in Hortaleza
ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas
Close to airport/ friendly enough staff, it was rush hour. My room was comfortable and quiet. Was unlucky w the shuttles but it’s only €10 Uber ride
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel Zentral Castellana Norte
very clean.....
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Bext Valdebebas
staff pleasant and professional...clean rooms
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
INNSiDE by Meliá Madrid Valdebebas
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Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
En el Rooftops del hotel acosan todo el tiempo a los huespedes se supone que si llevas varios diaz en el hotel y te as identificado no tendrian todos los diaz preguntarte que si estas hospedado , tambien te hacen sentir mal porque no puedes disfrutar de unos tragos cada ves que pides un trago o cualquier ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Very well situated in the middle of the best spots in Madrid. Will most definitely stay again, the best staff, great good and excellent location
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hortaleza
Chamartín
Travellers choose Chamartín for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Colombia Station or Concha Espina Station and check out top sights like Bernabéu Stadium.
Barajas
Travellers choose Barajas for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Barajas Station or Aeropuerto T1-T2-T3 Station and check out top sights like Olivar de la Hinojosa Golf Club.
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.
Ibiza
During your stop in Ibiza, check out the parks, and jump on the metro at Ibiza Station to see more of the surrounding area.
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.
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.
