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Madrid

Madrid is the capital city of Spain, and is located almost exactly in the geographical centre of the Iberian Peninsula. Madrid is the largest city in Spain and has a population (city) of 3.228 million (July 2005) and 5.843 million (metropolitan area). Madrid is best known for its great cultural and artistic heritage, a good example of which is the El Prado museum. Madrid also boasts some of the liveliest nightlife in the world.

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Hotels in Madrid

Hostal Madrid Score 7.85 from 155 reviews
Esparteros, 6 7.85/10
The hotel has a coffee, and cold drinks machine. ... more
 
Travelodge Las Rozas Score 7.1 from 169 reviews
Peru, 2A 7.1/10
Travelodge charges per room and not per person, which means that the room price will be the same even if it is a single, double, triple or quadruple room. ... more
 
Torrelodones Score 7.675 from 18 reviews
Sama de Langreo S/N 7.68/10
This establishment boasts exquisitely decorated rooms and is situated in a tranquil setting near to Madrid and the business areas of the region. The complex is conveniently located at the entrance to Madrid and only 5 minutes from Las Rozas Business Park. There are five function rooms available for the organisation of business meetings, conferences or events all equipped with audiovisual facilities and catering available upon request. Other facilities in the complex include free WiFi internet access and bar cafeteria service offering an exclusive menu to guests. From the A-6, La Coruña motorway you can access the M-40 that takes you to the centre of Madrid, only 25 kilometres away. ... more
 
Euromadrid Score 6.65 from 224 reviews
Mesonero Romanos, 7 6.65/10
This hotel has an excellent central location in Madrid, by the shopping streets around Gran Via and 300 metres from the Puerta del Sol. Euromadrid is by the El Corte Inglés department store and a short walk from historical buildings such as the Cathedral and Royal Palace. Rooms at the Euromadrid are simple and practical. There is full air conditioning and heating, a TV and en suite bathroom. The hotel has a useful tour desk. There is also free internet via modem in public areas, and the PC in the lobby can be used for free. ... more
 
Hotel Praga Score 7.525 from 359 reviews
Antonio Lopez, 65 7.53/10
Located in the Atocha district, the comfortable Hotel Praga lies a short Metro ride from Madrid city centre. It is also easily accessible by car. The rooms are decorated in a modern style, and all have satellite TV, pillow menu and air conditioning. Wi-Fi is available on request. The Praga's café-restaurant is open until late - here you can enjoy a drink or choose from a selection of snacks and light meals. In the evenings it offers a wide range of dishes. The Marqués de Vadillo Metro station is just 5 minutes' walk away - from here you can go straight to the city centre. The Praga is also close to the Vicente Calderón football stadium. ... more
 
More hotels in Madrid

Park de Berlin

This park is decorated with various sculptures made by stones from the former Berlin wall.
It's a nice location to go for a little walk or relax if you live in the neighbourhood - but expecting a tourist attraction you might be disappointed.

type:Hotspots

Madrid by Night with Florida Park Nightclub 4 - 4.5 hours

Madrid by Night with Florida Park Nightclub

Enjoy panoramic sightseeing by night throughout the most interesting avenues and squares of the city and past Madrid's spectacular floodlit fountains, before arriving at the Florida Park Nightclub.

Here you will see an exciting Spanish Flamenco Show, along with a selection of other Spanish Dances. Before the show, enjoy a dance or two with the orchestra songs.

Tonight you have an option of either a traditional Tapas meal, a three course dinner, or simply a drink while watching the show.

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Real Madrid Football Club - Ticket and Madrid Accommodation 3 days / 2 nights

Real Madrid Football Club

With high expectations for the 2006/2007 La Liga season, don't miss your opportunity to see one of Europe's richest clubs in action.

Your package includes two nights accommodation in Madrid at a centrally located 3 star hotel with breakfast, and a ticket to a Real Madrid FC La Liga match at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.

Please note, check-in at the hotel is the day prior to the match, and check out is the day following the match.

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Catedral de La Almudena

Catedral de La Almudena

The Cathedral of the Almudena lies besides the Palacio Real forming a unit. It was built by popular subscription and the works lasted more than 100 years.

It is worth visiting both the cathedral and the crypt (by a door in the south wall).

type:Churches and Cathedrals
address:Bailen
tel:91 542 22 00