Barajas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A park with a fountain, benches, and a clock tower in the background.
An airport with multiple airplanes parked in front of a terminal with a mountainous backdrop.
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Stay near popular Barajas attractions

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IFEMA

8.6/10 (1,539 reviews)
Few venues for fairs, exhibitions and conferences can compete with IFEMA - Feria de Madrid, Madrid’s trade fair venue, for comfort, amenities and its modern style.
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Activities

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

AU$53
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included

Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included

AU$81
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

AU$57
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Madrid: "Emociones" Live Flamenco Performance

Teatro Flamenco Madrid: Live the Flamenco Experience

AU$52
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Teatro Flamenco Madrid: Live the Flamenco Experience
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

AU$45
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Toledo Express

Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid

AU$55
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid
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Our pick of the best Barajas Hotel Deals

Hotel101- Madrid

Hotel101- Madrid

4 out of 5
Av. de las Fuerzas Armadas, 328 Madrid
The price is AU$135 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$135
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,724 reviews)
"Lovely accomodation. Really convenient and clean. The staff was very competent and kind. Outstanding breakfast. Very quiet rooms and well equiped. 10/10"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Hotel101- Madrid
Senator Barajas Hotel

Senator Barajas Hotel

4 out of 5
Galeon 27 Madrid Madrid
The price is AU$157 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$157
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Senator Barajas Hotel
ibis Madrid Aeropuerto Barajas

ibis Madrid Aeropuerto Barajas

3 out of 5
Avenida General, 49 Madrid Madrid
The price is AU$170 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$170
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,347 reviews)
"La pasamos genial, no hay nada que decir accesible y muy cómoda"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

ibis Madrid Aeropuerto Barajas
Melia Madrid Barajas

Melia Madrid Barajas

4 out of 5
Avenida de Logrono, 305 Madrid Madrid
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$261 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$261
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,333 reviews)
"Pool was “green” due to lack of cleaning/maintenance. I arrived with two large suitcases and no even a single offer of help from staff Room was functional and clean. Restaurant was also functional and good"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Melia Madrid Barajas
Sercotel Madrid Aeropuerto

Sercotel Madrid Aeropuerto

4 out of 5
Calle del Galeon, 25 Madrid Madrid
The price is AU$177 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$177
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,399 reviews)
"This simple, wonderful hotel is located in a pleasant, leafy suburb/neighborhood of Madrid, just a stone's throw from Barajas airport. From the metro line #5 terminus you only have to walk five minutes or so. Shuttle service to the airport is fantastic but be sure to reserve your seat 24 hours advance ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Sercotel Madrid Aeropuerto
Hilton Madrid Airport

Hilton Madrid Airport

4 out of 5
Avenida Hispanidad 2-4 Madrid
The price is AU$268 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$268
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
Hilton Madrid Airport
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Our guide on where to stay in Barajas

Find the best Barajas 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 Golden Mile. 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 San Anton Market. 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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