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Madrid Travel Guide

Madrid Travel Guide Spain - A trip to Spain wouldn’t be complete if you didn’t pay a visit to the political, cultural, and financial center of the country. Madrid is filled with many interesting sights to see, people to meet, and activities to participate in. While there are numerous historic attractions to explore, there is also a wealth of delicious restaurants and non-stop entertaining nightlife. You never know what will happen next when you plan a vacation to this alluring city.

When looking for a hotel in Madrid, there are many selections that offer just the right accommodations for the exited and curious traveler. Where you choose to stay can be influenced by an array of outside factors, such as budget, vacancy, and the closeness to main attractions. For some, it is quite important to be situated about the hustle and bustle of the city, while others don’t mind a quiet residential setting on the outskirts of town.

When looking for a hotel room in Madrid that isn’t too cheap, yet not expensive, Hotel Praga, located at C/Antonio Lopez 65, provides lodging for a little over $80 per night. Local attractions situated by this establishment include Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor. Spend a little more at the Best Western Hotel Atlantico on Gran Via, 38 and for about $150 per night you will have access to extra perks that will make your stay a little more comfortable. For those working with a budget that can handle a higher end selection, the Westin Palace Madrid, found at Plaza de las Cortes, 7, charges close to $400 per night.

When it comes time to plan an itinerary for the city, you will probably have a hard time sorting out all of the exciting tourist attractions that Madrid Spain has to offer. Museum lovers are in heaven with the best sights being the Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen Bornemizsa. A visit to Puerta del Sol will bring you to a host of 19th-century buildings that are surrounded by numerous shops, cafés, bars, and eateries. In Castellana, the Real Jardín Botánico (Royal Botanical Gardens) is positioned.

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