Alcobendas

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Close to the capital, Alcobendas awaits a little-known destination where you can enjoy a holiday full of sport and tradition.

If you’re passionate about exercise and looking for a holiday with physical activities, then Alcobendas is your destination. Choose one of our cheap trips to Alcobendas and discover the secrets of this sporting city north of the Spanish capital.

Alcobendas is ideally located just 9 miles from Madrid and 6 miles from Barajas airport, making the municipality easily accessible as a tourist destination to enjoy your holidays.

Take advantage of your holiday in Alcobendas to get in shape at the Ciudad Deportiva Valdelasfuentes, sporting facilities where, as well astoning up, you can take a dip in a wave pool right in the centre of town, join in a competition at the velodrome or strap on your skates and hit the skating rink. And after a day of working out, relax at the José Caballero Municipal Sports Centre. There you’ll find a sauna and steam baths open to everyone. Take a break after all that activity.

As well as sports, holiday deals to Alcobendas will show you the history and traditions of the centre of the peninsula. Sign up for activities with some of the associations responsible for disseminating the historical culture of Madrid. Immerse yourself in the Spanish spirit and discover popular dances and local fiestas. Another of this destination’s great strengths is the cuisine, rich in products typical of the centre of the Iberian Peninsula. Enjoy hearty dishes such as cocido stew, mollejas sweetbreads and typical Madrid callos tripe. Heaven on Earth for a gourmand.

The continental Mediterranean climate is characterised by great variations in temperatures depending on the season. The best time to visit Alcobendas is in spring, the perfect season to explore the interesting Bonsai Museum and take in the serene beauty of its Japanese Gardens.

Book your flight + hotel in Alcobendas to explore this little-known destination near the capital with a wide range of options to make the most of your downtime.

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84 Madrid
The price is P12,478 per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
P12,478
P13,726 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
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Very impressed with the service. The juices, and the churros were the most attrative items to ne

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Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is P17,364 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
P17,364
P19,100 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
includes taxes & fees
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,225 reviews)
Yes, the room is kept and cleaned daily.

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

Hotel Regina
Novotel Madrid Center

Novotel Madrid Center

4 out of 5
O'donnell 53 Madrid Madrid
The price is P10,564 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
P10,564
P11,621 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31, 2026
includes taxes & fees
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,032 reviews)
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Novotel Madrid Center
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Gran View Apartments

Gran View Apartments

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Vía 48 Madrid Madrid
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,383 reviews)
As always had a great stay.

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

Gran View Apartments
Compostela Suites Apartments

Compostela Suites Apartments

3 out of 5
C/ Zambrana, 4 Madrid Madrid
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8.2/10 Very Good! (791 reviews)
Nice and clean

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Compostela Suites Apartments
Slow Suites Augusto

Slow Suites Augusto

4 out of 5
Augusto Figueroa 47 Madrid Madrid
Stay at this aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an area shuttle (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gran Via and Puerta del Sol are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (650 reviews)
The staff was very communicative, any questions I had. They answered them accordingly in a timely manner. I would recommend this place and if I come to Madrid, I will definitely consider staying in one of the sweets. The complementary cleaning was amazing. They cleaned the whole place. Yes, I would ...

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

Slow Suites Augusto
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