Recoletos
Madrid
Popular places to visit
Plaza de Colon
See two distinctive monuments honoring Christopher Columbus and then spend the rest of the day discovering the sights and sounds of the busy Paseo de la Castellana.
National Archaeological Museum
Take a trip into the past as you explore the collections of this vast museum. Find prehistoric cave paintings, Roman mosaics and Greek vases under one roof.
Church of San Manuel y San Benito
Admire the impressive neo-Byzantine architecture of this century-old landmark before passing through the entrance to discover a fascinating array of artwork.
National Library
Gaze at the intricate façade before you head inside to explore a collection of several million items.
El Corte Inglés
You can do some window-shopping at El Corte Inglés during your visit to Madrid. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
La Caixa Foundation
You can browse the exhibits at La Caixa Foundation, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Madrid. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Madrid: Warner Park Entry Ticket
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Recoletos Hotel Deals
Wellington Hotel & Spa Madrid
Very good
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Petit Palace President Castellana
Muy bien ubicado en la ciudad, se puede caminar y tienes las mejores tiendas de la ciudad.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
BLESS Hotel Madrid - The Leading Hotels of the World
Very clean, lovely rooms. Bar area is lovely. Only issue is they don’t have enough staff in the lobby bar area, drinks orders take a very long time and often things were forgotten. Staff were not attentive enough in the lobby area. We often had to ask twice for our drinks.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Amazing rooftop
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
Staff were good. Location is excellent if you dont mind walking a bit to most tourist spots like plaza mayor, the palace, the cathedral, etc Room was not that good. They gave us room thwt was like in the middle. The window. Was small and open to just hole in the middle of the building. The air in ...
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Hotel Regina
Had an incredible view. The breakfast was very good, though the room had too much of a "cafeteria vibe."
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Recoletos
Salamanca
Located in the upscale Madrid area of Calle de Serrano, this area boasts pricey real estate and Spain's third most expensive street. Discover numerous diplomatic missions, including the Swiss, French, US, and Italian embassies.
Chueca
If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and Plaza de Chueca. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca Station to see more of the city.
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
Visitors often come to Jerónimos for its interesting museums, but many stay to explore sights like National Prado Museum and Glass Palace. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Atocha Renfe Station.
Almagro
If you're spending time in Almagro, check out sights like Sorolla Museum or Paseo de la Castellana and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ruben Dario Station or Gregorio Maranon Station.
Huertas
Congress of Deputies and Plaza de Santa Ana are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Huertas. Travelers also love the fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums, and popular shops.
