Colonia de la Prensa
Madrid
Visit Colonia de la Prensa
Popular places to visit
Gran Via
Madrid’s famous shopping strip has boutiques and international brands, an exciting nightlife and an impressive display of early 20th-century architecture.
Bernabéu Stadium
Cheer on the superstar players of one of the world’s most successful soccer clubs and take a behind-the-scenes tour of the colossal 81,000-capacity stadium.
Puerta del Sol
Serving as the capital's focal point, no visit to Madrid is complete without a trip to this central square.
Plaza Mayor
Make your way to Madrid's iconic cobbled square and stroll past artists' stalls, listen to local street musicians, or sit down in the porticos to enjoy a coffee.
National Prado Museum
A world-renowned art museum with some of Europe’s most important masterpieces on display, this is an essential part of any Madrid tourist itinerary.
El Retiro Park
Alongside games of football and couples in pedalos, the art galleries, buskers and 17th-century palace give El Retiro a different flavour to your average park.
Things to do
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
Essential Flamenco: Pure Flamenco Show in the Heart of Madrid
Madrid: Prado Museum with Optonal Tapas or E-bike Tour
Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace
Top hotels in Colonia de la Prensa
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Excellent hote, nice staff. good rooftop
Reviewed on 7 May, 2026
Novotel Madrid Center
Great location for food and short walk to Retiro park. Also, a short walk shopping center.
Reviewed on 6 May, 2026
Hotel Regina
Breakfast was great
Reviewed on 6 May, 2026
Live It Gran Via
16 hour without water , bedbugs in the mattress
Reviewed on 29 Apr, 2026
Hotel Emperador
Trato, manejo, calidad en el recinto, profesionalidad, costo vs calidad del servicio a habitacion nocturno, excelente , altamente recomendable
Reviewed on 7 May, 2026
Senator Barajas Hotel
We loved our stay. It was a great value.
Reviewed on 5 May, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Colonia de la Prensa
Barrio de La Latina
While you're in Barrio de La Latina, take in top sights like Royal Basilica of San Francisco el Grande and jump on the metro at La Latina Station to see more of the city.
Lavapiés
Lavapiés is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like Teatro Nuevo Apolo and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Lavapies Station or Embajadores Station.
Austrias
Travellers to Austrias praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Plaza Mayor and Plaza de Oriente.
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.
Barrio de las Letras
Known for its fantastic nightlife and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Barrio de las Letras. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and National Prado Museum, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Anton Martin Station to see more of the city.
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.
