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.
National Library
Gaze at the intricate façade before you head inside to explore a collection of several million items.
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.
Gran Via
Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.
Puerta del Sol
Stand at the very center of Madrid and feel the buzz as thousands of people meet and greet before a night out, gather for protests, or start out on a tour of the city.
Recoletos Hotel Deals
Wellington Hotel & Spa Madrid
The hotel was great and the staff excellent!
Reviewed on 2026/2/14
H10 Puerta de Alcalá 4* Sup
Great room, great location, nice-enough staff (not great, a little hurried and not as welcoming as could be). Unfortunately no gym … big miss
Reviewed on 2026/2/14
Bless Hotel Madrid, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World
Ok
Reviewed on 2026/1/24
NH Collection Madrid Colón
Great location
Reviewed on 2026/2/12
Apartamentos Recoletos
Best location
Reviewed on 2026/1/24
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Great hotel very attentive staff.
Reviewed on 2026/2/13
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 Prado Museum and Glass Palace. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Atocha Renfe Station.
Cortes
While you're in Cortes, take in top sights like Gran Via and jump on the metro at Sevilla Station to see more of the city.
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.
