Sol Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Two tall buildings with classical architecture, one with a yellow facade and the other white, under a clear blue sky.
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Stay near popular Sol attractions

A busy urban square with a fountain, people sitting on benches, and various shops.

Puerta del Sol

9.0/10 (21,666 reviews)
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
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Activities

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

AU$51
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$82
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Toledo Half-Day Guided Tour with Cathedral included
Madrid: "Emociones" Live Flamenco Performance

The Premium Experience at Teatro Flamenco Madrid

AU$44
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Premium Experience at Teatro Flamenco Madrid
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

AU$41
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Guided Tour in Santiago Bernabéu Stadium

Guided Tour in Santiago Bernabéu Stadium

AU$80
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour in Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
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
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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 AU$526 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$526
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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! (2,389 reviews)
"Location, staff and room conditions were superb. Buffet breakfast was as good or better than any we have experienced anywhere in the world."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Hotel Regina
Hotel Liabeny

Hotel Liabeny

4 out of 5
Calle de la Salud 3 Madrid
The price is AU$386 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$386
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (1,608 reviews)
"Breakfast (buffet) is a little expensive for my taste; however, you can get a discount if you talk to the front desk. The buffet is still a very convenient feature, specially if you schedule an early-hour tour to Toledo, Segovia,etc. Cafeterias and bars tend to open later in the morning."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Hotel Liabeny
Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid

Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid

4 out of 5
Gran Vía 29 Madrid
The price is AU$443 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$443
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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 ...
Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid
Hotel Europa

Hotel Europa

3 out of 5
Calle Carmen, 4 Madrid Madrid
The price is AU$412 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$412
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"loved this place"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Hotel Europa
The Madrid EDITION

The Madrid EDITION

5 out of 5
Plaza de Celenque 2 Madrid
The price is AU$954 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$954
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
The Madrid EDITION
Anaco Hotel

Anaco Hotel

3 out of 5
Tres Cruces 3 Madrid Madrid
The price is AU$210 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$210
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Anaco Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Sol

Find the best Sol areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with historic buildings and a prominent tower.

Madrid Centro

Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Gran Via and Puerta del Sol, 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 La Caixa Foundation. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.

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 Liria Palace while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.

A fountain surrounded by white flowers and greenery, with a historic building and a tall tower in the background.

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.

Sol Travel Guide

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