Sol Travel Guide

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Stay near popular Sol attractions

A public square with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and historic buildings.

Puerta del Sol

9.0/10 (21,666 reviews)
The Puerta del Sol is where all of Madrid's roads meet, a central gathering point for madrileños, and home to some of its best-loved symbols.
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Activities

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

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

NZ$62
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Big Bus Madrid Panoramic Open-top Bus Tour

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

NZ$41
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Toledo Express

Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid

NZ$54
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
Madrid: Flamenco Show at Tablao La Carmela

Madrid: Flamenco Show at Tablao La Carmela with Optional Dinner

NZ$77
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Flamenco Show at Tablao La Carmela with Optional Dinner
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

NZ$69
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Skip-the-Line Royal Palace Tour

Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide

NZ$77
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-line Royal Palace Tour with expert guide
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Our pick of the best Sol Hotel Deals

Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is NZ$380 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$380
5 July - 6 July
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! (2,299 reviews)
"One of the best hotel stays we've ever experienced! Staff the best, Location could not be better. From the moment we arrived, everything was absolutely perfect. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, the accommodations were elegant, spotless, and incredibly comfortable, and every ..."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Hotel Regina
Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid

Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid

4 out of 5
Gran Vía 29 Madrid
The price is NZ$354 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$354
29 July - 30 July
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,060 reviews)
"Muy bien ubicado muy limpio y moderno"

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid
Hotel Liabeny

Hotel Liabeny

4 out of 5
Calle de la Salud 3 Madrid
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$370 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$370
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,562 reviews)
"The room was clean and well maintained. Its best attribute is the location as it is close to everything. The consequence of this is that it can be hard to sleep due to crowds outside. I was disappointed that there was no kettle in the room for a 4 star hotel and to avail of one would cost 5 euros ..."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Hotel Liabeny
Hotel Europa

Hotel Europa

3 out of 5
Calle Carmen, 4 Madrid Madrid
The price is NZ$264 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$264
28 July - 29 July
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 and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Buenísima ubicación, buen personal recomendable solo deben mejorar los mattress de las camas"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Hotel Europa
B&B Madrid Centro Puerta del Sol

B&B Madrid Centro Puerta del Sol

3 out of 5
C/ Montera 10-12 Madrid Madrid
The price is NZ$201 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$201
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Puerta del Sol and Gran Via are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
"Good location, very helpful stuff, 24 hour coffee/tea snack bar is great. They let us 3pm late check out with 15 euro addition."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

B&B Madrid Centro Puerta del Sol
Intelier Palacio de San Martín Hotel by Intelier Hotels & Suites

Intelier Palacio de San Martín Hotel by Intelier Hotels & Suites

4 out of 5
Plaza San Martin, 5 Madrid Madrid
The price is NZ$230 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$230
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,103 reviews)
"Very upscale property. The AC worked better than most places I’ve stayed at in Spain"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Intelier Palacio de San Martín Hotel by Intelier Hotels & Suites
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Our guide on where to stay in Sol

Find the best Sol areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Sol
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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.

A grand archway with statues and inscriptions, surrounded by vibrant pink flowers.

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.

A busy urban square with cafes, people walking, and a prominent rainbow flag.

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 plaza with a statue, surrounded by historic buildings and trees.

Malasaña

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

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