Recoletos Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A fountain surrounded by white flowers and greenery, with a historic building and a tall tower in the background.
A historic cathedral with a prominent dome and bell tower, surrounded by modern buildings and a busy street with cars and delivery trucks.
A spacious atrium with a glass ceiling, featuring classical sculptures and a central staircase.
A city square with a central fountain, surrounded by manicured gardens and historic buildings.
A large stone monument with inscriptions, a metal sculpture resembling a ship's anchor, and a clear blue sky.

Stay near popular Recoletos attractions

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Plaza de Colon

8.8/10 (33 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

NZ$66
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

NZ$56
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Madrid: "Emociones" Live Flamenco Performance

Teatro Flamenco Madrid: Live the Flamenco Experience

NZ$64
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Teatro Flamenco Madrid: Live the Flamenco Experience
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
Madrid: Avila and Segovia Day Trip with Tickets to Monuments

Madrid: Avila and Segovia Day Trip with Tickets to Monuments

NZ$127
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Avila and Segovia Day Trip with Tickets to Monuments
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$47
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
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Our pick of the best Recoletos Hotel Deals

Petit Palace President Castellana

Petit Palace President Castellana

4 out of 5
Calle del Marques de Villamagna, 4 Madrid Madrid
The price is NZ$414 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$414
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,006 reviews)
"Este hotel no es hotel es un hostal para mochileros"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Petit Palace President Castellana
H10 Puerta de Alcalá 4* Sup

H10 Puerta de Alcalá 4* Sup

4 out of 5
Alcala, 66 Madrid Madrid
The price is NZ$442 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$442
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
H10 Puerta de Alcalá 4* Sup
Hotel101- Madrid

Hotel101- Madrid

4 out of 5
Av. de las Fuerzas Armadas, 328 Madrid
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$158 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$158
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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$418 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
NZ$418
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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! (5,242 reviews)
"4"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is NZ$654 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$654
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,402 reviews)
"You will not find a better breakfast! The staff is outstanding and the location the best!!!"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Hotel Regina
Urban Hive Madrid

Urban Hive Madrid

4.5 out of 5
Cuesta de Santo Domingo 9 Madrid
The price is NZ$352 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$352
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Royal Palace of Madrid and Plaza Mayor are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (365 reviews)
"Great stay at Urban Hive Madrid. Perfect location just steps from Gran Vía, friendly staff, super clean rooms with high ceilings, and an awesome rooftop view to wrap up the day."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Urban Hive Madrid
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Our guide on where to stay in Recoletos

Find the best Recoletos 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 Gran Via, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.

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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 Milla de Oro. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.

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Sol

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

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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.

A street with colorful storefronts, including one with a mural of a woman and a dress.

Malasaña

Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Manuela Malasaña while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.

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