Literary Quarter Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Literary Quarter attractions

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Plaza de Santa Ana

9.2/10 (466 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Madrid when you stop by Plaza de Santa Ana. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this culturally rich area.
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Activities

Red double-decker hop-on hop-off bus in Madrid

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

NZ$63
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

NZ$70
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour

Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour

NZ$42
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Madrid: Flamenco Show at Tablao La Carmela

Madrid: Flamenco Show at Tablao La Carmela with Optional Dinner

NZ$78
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Flamenco Show at Tablao La Carmela with Optional Dinner
Skip-the-Line Royal Palace Tour

Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide

NZ$78
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace

Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace

NZ$78
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
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Our pick of the best Literary Quarter Hotel Deals

The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid

The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid

5 out of 5
Plaza de las Cortes, 7 Madrid Madrid
The price is NZ$742 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$742
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid
Far Home Atocha

Far Home Atocha

2 out of 5
Calle Atocha, 45 Madrid
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$100 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$100
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Far Home Atocha
Radisson RED Madrid

Radisson RED Madrid

4 out of 5
Atocha 123 Madrid Madrid
The price is NZ$241 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$241
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,069 reviews)
"Todo muy bien"

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Radisson RED Madrid
Rooms Angel

Rooms Angel

3 out of 5
Pl. del Ángel 3 Madrid Madrid
The price is NZ$124 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$124
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (26 reviews)
"Comodidad, accesibilidad y que está en el mismísimo centro de Madrid."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Rooms Angel
Hotel101- Madrid

Hotel101- Madrid

4 out of 5
Av. de las Fuerzas Armadas, 328 Madrid
The price is NZ$122 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$122
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bernabéu Stadium and El Retiro Park are ...
Hotel101- Madrid
Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84 Madrid
The price is NZ$358 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$358
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,019 reviews)
"Best hotel in madrid"

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza España
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Our guide on where to stay in Literary Quarter

Find the best Literary Quarter areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Madrid Centro

Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.

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Sol

If you're spending time in Sol, check out sights like Puerta del Sol or Plaza Mayor and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sol Station or Callao Station.

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Salamanca

Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and El Jardin de Serrano. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.

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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.

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Chueca

If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and Plaza de Chueca. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca Station to see more of the city.

Literary Quarter Travel Guide

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