Hotels near Puerta del Sol in Madrid
As Spain’s largest city, with a population of some 3 million and the country’s capital, Madrid is a lively and interesting place to visit for travellers from all over the world. There is great choice of things to do in Madrid, both day and night. You can visit the city’s well-known museums and galleries, or the interesting assortment of tourist sights, such as the Royal Palace, the old district of La Latina, the El Retiro park, the old bullring (Las Ventas), etc.
Madrid is of course famous for its great nightlife and clubs, which can be found throughout the city’s districts, including the Bilbao, Tribunal, Alonso Martinez and Moncloa areas. Also Chueca, the city’s main gay district, has become a popular place for straight people, who are looking for fun in the crowded clubs and popular discos. You should take note that things start late here! Especially on the weekends, when often restaurants are not open until 10.00 or 11.00pm.
To ensure that you get the most out of your stay, we recommend that you book, well in advance, your ideal accommodation from the large choice of Madrid hotels that are available. Location is often an important factor when selecting your hotel. If you would like to be right in the heart of the city’s hustle and bustle and with good access to the sights and nightlife, then we would recommend Puerta del Sol (English: Gate of the Sun). The area has great connection to the rest of the city, and many sights can be reached on foot as well as by public transport. The square at Puerta del Sol is also where you will find a statue of the city’s most famous symbol, the Bear and Madroño Tree, as well as many other monuments and government buildings.
There are several hotels by Puerta del Sol, so feel free to discover more about the following:
Hotel Petit Palace Tres Cruces lies just a stone’s throw from Puerta del Sol and is in the perfect location from which to discover the city on foot. The hotel offers guests clean and modern accommodation at reasonable prices.
As its name suggests, 3 star Hotel Petit Palace Puerta del Sol lies next to the Puerta del Sol and also not far from Plaza Mayor. The hotel only opened in September 2004 and offers a clean and meodern accommodation in a contemporary ambience.
