Hortaleza
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
Make your way to Madrid's iconic cobbled square and stroll past artists' stalls, listen to local street musicians, or sit down in the porticos to enjoy a coffee.
Puerta del Sol
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
National Prado Museum
A world-renowned art museum with some of Europe’s most important masterpieces on display, this is an essential part of any Madrid tourist itinerary.
El Retiro Park
Alongside games of football and couples in pedalos, the art galleries, buskers and 17th-century palace give El Retiro a different flavour to your average park.
Things to do
Salamanca & Ávila Full-Day Tour + Cathedral & Medieval Wall Tickets
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Skip-the-Line Access and Guided Visit to Prado Museum
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Top hotels in Hortaleza
INNSiDE by Meliá Madrid Valdebebas
Uno de los desayunos mas destacados que he probado, gran variedad y detalles excepcionales
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas
The room is clean and spacious.
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
wonderfully well organised and trained staff, went off like a swiss watch
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
It is well located, the rooms are adequate, and the breakfast offers a lot of variety but it is very noisy.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Hotel Chamartin The One
The big plus of this hotel is it's proximity to Charmatin. The staff were also really friendly and helpful. The room was very clean but the building and hardware was showing it's age. Regardless, it was still a great hotel to stay at in between a flight and a train.
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Hotel Regina
love the place great for the price
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hortaleza
Chamartín
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Chamartín. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bernabéu Stadium, and catch the metro at Colombia Station or Concha Espina Station to see more of the area.
Barajas
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Barajas. If sightseeing is on the list, Olivar de la Hinojosa Golf Club is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Barajas Station or Aeropuerto T1-T2-T3 Station to see more of the area.
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.
Salamanca
Enjoy the popular shops in Salamanca. El Corte Inglés is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station to see more of Madrid.
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
Consider exploring the interesting museums in Recoletos. If sightseeing is on the list, National Archaeological Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station to see more of the area.
