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 Library
Stroll past the walls of books, ancient and modern, and prepare to be mesmerised by Spain's literary heritage.
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.
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
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
Madrid: Prado Museum with Optonal Tapas or E-bike Tour
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Top hotels in Recoletos
Wellington Hotel & Spa Madrid
Amazing location, beautiful property, nice room for an upgrade price, staff were pretty mechanical
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Petit Palace President Castellana
We had a nice, two stories suite, quite spacious and comfortable, however the room was poorly lit over the table, forcing us to move avaliable lighting around the room to have enough light to eat. The metallic staircase to reach the 2nd level creeks horribly. Other than that everything else excellent, ...
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
BLESS Hotel Madrid - The Leading Hotels of the World
Great hotel and great location
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Great place to stay in the city center. Bar was great. And roof top was awesome.
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
We stayed overnight for a connecting flight to Mallorca next day. Lovely hotel and staff!
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Hotel Regina
Very nice location, clean rooms, and helpful staff.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Recoletos
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.
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.
