Las Matas 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.
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.
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.
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.
Royal Palace of Madrid
Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.
Things to do
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
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Go City: Madrid All-Inclusive Pass with 20+ attractions, tours and museums
Top hotels in Las Matas
Hotel Regina
It took them 2.5 hours to prepare the room it’s absolutely ridiculous they just don’t care …:(
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza España
This is my third stay at this property when I am in Madrid. For me its one of the best hotels for short stays in Madrid, location is unbeatable, center of Madrid. Being a guest there you have access to the 365 rooftop, which is amazing. Room was clean and the view to Plaza España from my room was ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hostal Madrid Atocha
Clean room, helpful, friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Latroupe Prado
Very helpful staff. Room was clean. Lots of restaurants nearby. Traffic noise was prevalent until late evening.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Once my boyfriend and I walked in to check into our room, the front desk were very friendly and greeted us once we walked up. Room was very cozy and clean. Breakfast being an option to get was helpful when we woke up late to get some coffee and a bite was very helpful. A rooftop bar with food, was ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Barceló Torre de Madrid
I love this hotel, is close to everything and also you walk outside and there is a train station to go everywhere. The hotel was very clean, I had a good streets view and the staff was very friendly always happy to help. I took the train to go to the airport, to the Real Madrid stadium and more places ...
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Las Matas
Fuencarral-El Pardo
You might enjoy the spas while in Fuencarral-El Pardo. Cristo de El Pardo is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Pitis Station or Arroyofresno Station to see more of the city.
Chamberí
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Chamberí. If sightseeing is on the list, Calle de la Princesa is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Islas Filipinas Station or Quevedo Station to see more of the area.
Malasaña
Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Calle de la Princesa while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.
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.
Almagro
While you're in Almagro, take in top sights like Sorolla Museum or Paseo de la Castellana, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ruben Dario Station or Gregorio Maranon Station.
Palacio
While you're in Palacio, take in top sights like Gran Via or Almudena Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Opera Station or Santo Domingo Station.
