Getafe

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Be surprised by Getafe, which holds interesting historic and religious settlements and is considered to be the centre of the Iberian Peninsula.

Go on holidays in Getafe and discover the hidden charms that this municipality holds. Apart from being the main industrial city to the south of Madrid, Getafe has some major attractions that often go unnoticed.

Getafe is the ideal base for visiting Madrid. Its proximity to the capital, only 8 miles away, together with its reasonable prices make it an excellent option for staying the night. If you do end up in Getafe, take some time to climb up the Cerro de los Ángeles. The pleasant ascent to the top, through endless pine trees, will allow you to claim you have passed through the geographical centre of the Iberian Peninsula.

Once at the top, you’ll find a number of religious monuments including the Hermitage of Our Lady of the Angels, the Convent of the Order of Discalced Carmelites and the Diocesan Seminary. Book acheap holiday in Getafe to discover some little-explored spots of the community of Madrid.

While you explore the centre, admire the Church of La Magdalena, built between the 16th and 18th centuries and considered the top examples of Madrid’s Renaissance architecture. A short distance away you’ll find Hospitalillo de San José, with its pretty cloister, which has left its past as a hospital behind to become a cultural centre. If you book one of our package holidays in Getafe, you can discover the settlements that still hold pure essence.

The variety of dining options in Getafe will make lovers of good food extremely happy. Cocido stew, callos a la madrileña (tripe), and chickpea stew are some of the examples of typical Getafe cuisine, influenced by the Castilian climate and the local produce.

Getafe’s climate is continental Mediterranean, with warm summers and cool winters in which the landscape can be covered with a blanket of snow.

Book your flight + hotel to Getafe now and enjoy much more than just a good location close to the capital.

Hotel Riu Plaza España

Hotel Riu Plaza España

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84 Madrid
The price is S$256 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
S$256
8 Jan - 9 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,576 reviews)
The room service was not the best choices and didnot included options for kids

Reviewed on 3 Jan, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid

4.5 out of 5
Ronda de Atocha 17 Madrid
The price is S$209 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
S$209
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,473 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 6 Jan, 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid
Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is S$414 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
S$414
2 Feb - 3 Feb
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,236 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026

Hotel Regina
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bungalows Camping Alpha Madrid

Bungalows Camping Alpha Madrid

1 out of 5
C CALIDAD , 1 Getafe
Stay at this campsite in Getafe. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Parquesur and Nassica Shopping Center ...
6.6/10 (240 reviews)
Cute little cabin in a woodsy, layed back environment. Great value just a half hour train from Madrid. We enjoyed it as a weekend get away from the city. The cafe had good food and friendly service. The little store was convenient and staff was helpful.

Reviewed on 5 Nov, 2025

Bungalows Camping Alpha Madrid
Gran View Apartments

Gran View Apartments

4 out of 5
C/ Gran Vía 48 Madrid Madrid
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,390 reviews)
Staff were very helpful. Be aware that to avoid cleaning charges you need to clean the apartment yourself and also take out garbage. The apartment was clean but not spotless when we arrived and the bathroom shower gel and shampoo containers had not been refilled. Would be nice if they had operating ...

Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026

Gran View Apartments
Compostela Suites Apartments

Compostela Suites Apartments

3 out of 5
C/ Zambrana, 4 Madrid Madrid
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (798 reviews)
Clean room, great staff

Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025

Compostela Suites Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Getafe

3.6
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2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Probably not all that great if you are here for business - not really enough ammenaties and definately don't stay here if you are here for an event at IFEMA

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

When we booked i thought we were staying actually in madrid not on the outskirts but was very nice if you were willing to pay for uber or taxi evrry time

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Just a pleasant suburb of Madrid with bars and restaurants .

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Good transport links to Madrid

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