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.
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.
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.
National Prado Museum
An art museum to rival the Louvre or the British National Gallery, this is the place to see some of the finest art Europe has to offer.
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
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Go City: Madrid All-Inclusive Pass with 20+ attractions, tours and museums
Skip-the-Line Access and Guided Visit to Prado Museum
Segovia Tour including a Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Hortaleza
ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas
Superb breakfast, fresh, delicious, wide choice. Very clean room (recently build) Quiet. Good shower. No kettle etc in room so you'd have to buy a hot drink at the bar. Beware, and that's why no 5 stars: Eventhough this website says there is no reservation needed for the shuttle bus, and this is ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
INNSiDE by Meliá Madrid Valdebebas
We stay only one night but as far as service and cleanliness I will give 10 out of 10. Excellent coffee and the more important free ride to airport with frequently
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
The hotel is centrally located, which was helpful. The breakfast buffet was great. Unfortunately the elevators broke down during our stay, but were fixed fairly quickly. The advertised pool wasn’t open during our stay on hot April days, so that was a bit disappointing. The AC in the room was hard ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
We had a great stay at Novotel Madrid Centre. The location is very convenient, the room was clean, and the staff were all friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hotel Regina
Everything including the breakfast was just excellent
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hotel Emperador
Excellent hotel all around! I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 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 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.
