Popular places to visit
National Prado Museum
An art museum to rival the Louvre or the British National Gallery, this is the place to see some of the finest art Europe has to offer.
El Retiro Park
Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.
Royal Botanical Garden
Relax among the thousands of colorful and aromatic plants meticulously laid out in a garden located alongside Madrid’s busy Paseo del Prado.
Glass Palace
Modeled on London’s famous Crystal Palace, this 19th-century building is made almost entirely of glass and today hosts regular exhibitions.
Church of San Jeronimo El Real
The former royal church of Madrid is an awe-inspiring Gothic structure atop a serene, grassy knoll near the city center’s royal museum.
Paseo del Arte
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Paseo del Arte in Madrid. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Retiro Hotel Deals
Only YOU Hotel Atocha
It was a noisy night because of the street noise. Road repair or reconstruction work was going on even at night.(
Reviewed on 2026/5/15
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Muy bonito el hotel , excelente servicio
Reviewed on 2026/5/15
Novotel Madrid Center
We stayed overnight for a connecting flight to Mallorca next day. Lovely hotel and staff!
Reviewed on 2026/5/12
Hotel Regina
Hotel Regina is super centrally located. You can literally walk everywhere. The rooms spare no details. The only drawback was the restaurant in the property which is not part of the hotel. This could have been better but not their fault.
Reviewed on 2026/5/13
Senator Barajas Hotel
Was not able to make it. So I cannot make a review
Reviewed on 2026/5/11
Live It Gran Via
The room was big and clean. The kitchen was good. Its so close to La Plaza Mayor and Plaza del Sol. Everyone was so amicable and courteous.
Reviewed on 2026/5/14
Other neighborhoods around Retiro
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.
Atocha
Take time in Atocha to visit attractions like Atocha Station Memorial and Paseo del Arte. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Mendez alvaro Station to see more of the city.
Golden Triangle of Art
Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like National Prado Museum and CaixaForum Madrid, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte.
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.
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.
