Barajas Travel Guide
Madrid
Popular places to visit
Real Madrid City
Catch an event at Real Madrid City during your trip to Madrid. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
El Capricho Park
After visiting El Capricho Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madrid. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Gran Via
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Gran Via, a favourite shopping spot in Madrid. Discover the charming cafes and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Puerta del Sol
Learn about the history of Puerta del Sol, one of the top monuments in Madrid. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Bernabéu Stadium
Catch an event at Bernabéu Stadium during your trip to Madrid. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Plaza Mayor
Learn about the history of Plaza Mayor, one of the top monuments in Madrid. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Barajas
ibis Madrid Aeropuerto Barajas
The bed and pillows were comfortable , but it was very very noisy and the room was so hot we had to sleep with the window open …. Car, motorcycle , people at the pub accross the street making noise until 3am…. Terrible sleep ….if you are a light sleeper stay somewhere else
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Senator Barajas Hotel
The hotel was conveniently located for the airport and about 30 minutes from the city centre on line 5 metro The staff were friendly, we could not get the courtesy bus from the airport as we waited and ended up paying 25€ for a taxi, that could have been better information provided. The food and ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
PULLMAN MADRID AIRPORT & FERIA
Check in is terrible. The check-in link provided by the hotel did not load correctly due to technical issue after long info filling in. Google said the property is closed permanently. I tried to call the hotel in different ways (incl. Expedia agent) but no answer. On arrival, I learnt that the hotel ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Clement Barajas
Great value for money.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza España
We stayed at room 2222, it needs a wooden door in the bathroom because the glass door offers zero privacy. It also has one glass wall in the shower. The room was small and hot even when the heat was off and the window only opens a few inches. The air conditioning wasn’t working during our stay. The ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hotel Principe Pio
Really great location near parks, transit and the royal palace. We used it as our hub for trips to other cities. Staff were really nice even though my Spanish is hardly worth attempting. They were also flexible about storage between our two stays. You could certainly use their breakfast buffet every ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barajas
Chamartín
Travellers choose Chamartín for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Colombia Station or Concha Espina Station and check out top sights like Bernabéu Stadium.
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.
Salamanca
Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and Golden Mile. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.
Recoletos
Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like National Archaeological Museum.
Retiro
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Retiro. You can visit top attractions like Prado Museum and Glass Palace, and jump on the metro at Sainz de Baranda Station or Conde de Casal Station to see more of the city.
Jerónimos
Take time in Jerónimos to visit attractions like Prado Museum and Glass Palace. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Atocha Renfe Station to see more of the city.
