Retiro Travel Guide
Madrid
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Glass Palace
Modeled on London’s famous Crystal Palace, this 19th-century building is made almost entirely of glass and today hosts regular exhibitions.
Royal Botanical Garden
Relax among the thousands of colorful and aromatic plants meticulously laid out in a garden located alongside Madrid’s busy Paseo del Prado.
Paseo del Arte
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Paseo del Arte in Madrid. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Church of San Jeronimo El Real
The former royal church of Madrid is an awe-inspiring Gothic structure atop a serene, grassy knoll near the city center’s royal museum.
Things to do
Day Tour to Toledo, Segovia & Optional Visit to Avila - 3 Cities in 1 Day
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Madrid: Unlimited 4G Internet in the EU with Pocket WiFi - Airport Pickup
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Top hotels in Retiro
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
The staff is what makes this hotel special. From the greeting and helpfulness of the front desk who went out of the way to help us to the kind server at the roof top restaurant, we felt very welcome and cared for at this hotel. We stayed because of the location across the street from the train station. ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza Madrid - Centre Retiro by IHG
The hotel staff was nice. The room was exceptable. However, the elevators took a long time to arrive. We were on the 9th floor. Also the rooms are not sound proof. Overall, not bad if you just go to sleep at night.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
voco Madrid Retiro by IHG
Enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza
Great proximity to Parc, Prado, Old Town, and Palace.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Excellent location, close to Madrid metro station, atocha and to center of Madrid, really recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Latroupe Prado
The location is very convenient to the train station, walkable and safe. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was small but comfortable and efficient. The only awkwardness was a bunkbed design that meant I kept bumping my head on the bed above.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Retiro
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.
Jerónimos
Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like Prado Museum and Glass Palace. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Atocha Renfe Station to see more of the city.
Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like Prado Museum and Paseo del Prado, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
Atocha
If you're spending time in Atocha, you might enjoy attractions like Atocha Station Memorial and Paseo del Arte. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's fascinating museums before hopping on the metro at Mendez alvaro Station to see more of the city.
Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like Jorge Juan y Santacilia.
Huertas
Congress of Deputies and Plaza de Santa Ana are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travellers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and popular shops.
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Hotels Near Retiro, Madrid
- Madrid Centro Hotels
- Salamanca Hotels
- Ibiza Hotels
- Atocha Hotels
- Recoletos Hotels
- Jerónimos Hotels
- Golden Triangle of Art Hotels
- Embajadores Hotels
- Arganzuela Hotels
- Cortes Hotels
- Justicia Hotels
- Goya Hotels
- Literary Quarter Hotels
- Barrio de las Letras Hotels
- Ciudad Lineal Hotels
- Puente de Vallecas Hotels
- Pacífico Hotels
- Moratalaz Hotels
- Niño Jesús Hotels
- Estrella Hotels
