Title: Visit Retiro: Best of Retiro, Madrid Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca

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# Retiro

## Madrid

![Crystal Palace (Palacio de cristal) in Retiro Park, Madrid, Spain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179717/07845b56-046e-48a6-87fc-a1eb1ad54b2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179717/942f8e07-959b-4392-a6b3-f6f330ff8d7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![El Palacio de Cristal de El Retiro (1887)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179717/0fbd1889-757f-434a-8da0-d9ae5e26f3d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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![Retiro | Parque del Retiro The Palacio de Cristal is a glass and metal structure located in Madrid's Buen Retiro Park. It was built to exhibit flora and fauna from the Philippines, then a Spanish colonial possession. Arch. Ricardo Velázquez Bosco and Alberto de Palacio y Elissague 1887 Nowadays, contemporary art exhibitions are held in the interior.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179717/31c0a685-cdb8-43cc-9e7a-997944eae480.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![®s K3 SD Ð ┼ MADRID JARDINES según KATRESYA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179717/c286ce1b-6ea6-47da-b37d-a675728d2203.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Retiro

Things to do

Hotels

Where to stay

[Madrid travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Madrid.dx178281)

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### Popular places to visit

![Prado Museum showing art and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501626/c9346fa0-58ac-4142-8048-d195036ed299.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### National Prado Museum

4.5/5(205 reviews)

An art museum to rival the Louvre or the British National Gallery, this is the place to see some of the finest art Europe has to offer.

[](https://expedia.ca/Prado-Museum-Jeronimos.d501626.Vacation-Attraction)

![El Retiro Park showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507750/0eb623dc-4a7b-4e7d-97c0-d9cabc308e86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### El Retiro Park

4.5/5(188 reviews)

Relax by the pond, walk through landscaped gardens, and admire the elegant statues and buildings in one of Madrid’s biggest and most popular parks.

[](https://expedia.ca/El-Retiro-Park-Jeronimos.d507750.Vacation-Attraction)

![Madrid featuring a pond, heritage architecture and château or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066917/28582441-a1b5-4044-90aa-a3744448e861.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Glass Palace

Modeled on London’s famous Crystal Palace, this 19th-century building is made almost entirely of glass and today hosts regular exhibitions.

[](https://expedia.ca/Glass-Palace-Jeronimos.d6066917.Vacation-Attraction)

![Royal Botanical Garden which includes a park and a fountain as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507751/b7bc00de-2fd6-4c30-81d9-54611a1898d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Royal Botanical Garden

5/5(1 review)

Relax among the thousands of colorful and aromatic plants meticulously laid out in a garden located alongside Madrid’s busy Paseo del Prado.

[](https://expedia.ca/Royal-Botanical-Garden-Retiro.d507751.Vacation-Attraction)

![Retiro Park Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2198/54f85b1a-a621-4441-b006-ddd7e4540863.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Retiro Park Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Retiro Park Lake during your travels in Madrid. Take in the fascinating museums in this walkable area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Retiro-Park-Lake-Retiro.d802628143707586560.Vacation-Attraction)

![Madrid featuring religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533073049/795a475b-8f4d-49cf-b485-38a7863a4658.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Church of San Jeronimo El Real

The former royal church of Madrid is an awe-inspiring Gothic structure atop a serene, grassy knoll near the city center’s royal museum.

[](https://expedia.ca/Church-Of-San-Jeronimo-El-Real-Jeronimos.d553248621533073049.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Toledo Express](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48686298/29277345-5632-4d8e-ae51-155718087a8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Toledo Express Half-Day Tour from Madrid

CA $44

per adult

**78%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/toledo-express-half-day-tour-from-madrid.a48686298.activity-details)

![Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/468045/7da75b3f-9733-455a-a397-2e96c4c3a950.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Royal Palace

CA $63

per adult

**82%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/skip-the-line-guided-tour-royal-palace.a468045.activity-details)

![From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44540699/5b331f99-c155-4014-b86d-ab0504cec9a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### From Madrid: Avila and Segovia Full-Day Tour

CA $66

per adult

**92%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-madrid-avila-and-segovia-full-day-tour.a44540699.activity-details)

![Madrid Local Tapas & Wine tour with Drinks & Views from Rooftop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5105755/e6829b3a-4eef-4154-8b0b-9ea3fcafc68f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Madrid Local Tapas & Wine tour with Drinks & Rooftop Views

CA $152

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/madrid-local-tapas-wine-tour-with-drinks-rooftop-views.a5105755.activity-details)

![From Madrid: 3 Cities in 1 Day – Segovia, Ávila & Toledo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5036486/0e870b8a-eec0-4b57-ae7e-218bff13f276.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### From Madrid: 3 Cities in 1 Day – Segovia, Ávila & Toledo Guided Tour

CA $152

per adult

**96%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-madrid-3-cities-in-1-day-segovia.a5036486.activity-details)

![Local Flamenco Show at El Cortijo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/914717/0d5ffa04-63a0-4f6e-b3be-0d6aac0e35f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Local Flamenco Show at El Cortijo

CA $25

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/local-flamenco-show-at-el-cortijo.a914717.activity-details)

[See all activities in Madrid](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Madrid.d178281.Travel-Guide-Activities)

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## Retiro Hotel Deals

![Only YOU Hotel Atocha](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14730000/14725900/14725875/5f74a3f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Only YOU Hotel Atocha

Paseo Infanta Isabel 13 Madrid 

CA $215

CA $237 total

Mar 31 - Apr 1

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,190 reviews)

Close to the train station

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=14725875&PinnedHotelID=14725875&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=179717)

![Hotel Claridge Madrid](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/486300/486292/0246c635_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Claridge Madrid

Pza. Conde de Casal, 6 Madrid Madrid

CA $239

CA $263 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

Room are ok but would need a little refresher sooner than later. Clean beds and no carpet it’s very appreciated!

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=486292&PinnedHotelID=486292&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=179717)

![Hotel Riu Plaza España](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29350000/29345500/29345493/af77088a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Riu Plaza España

C/ Gran Via, 84 Madrid 

CA $227

CA $250 total

Mar 30 - Mar 31

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,716 reviews)

Very prefecional staff.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=29345493&PinnedHotelID=29345493&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=179717)

![Hotel Regina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1180000/1170200/1170158/e8709f28_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Regina

Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid

CA $288

CA $317 total

Mar 25 - Mar 26

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,283 reviews)

Staff went out of their way to make sure my experience was A+!!! Beautiful hotel!

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026&selected=1170158&PinnedHotelID=1170158&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=179717)

![Barceló Torre de Madrid](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15380000/15372000/15371941/0feded01_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Barceló Torre de Madrid

Plaza de España, 18 Madrid 

CA $305

CA $336 total

Mar 30 - Mar 31

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,405 reviews)

Great stay! So convenient to be in plaza España and the staff were so helpful and kind. Would definitely stay here again!

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=15371941&PinnedHotelID=15371941&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=179717)

![ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112130000/112128800/112128775/5d94f9d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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ibis Styles Madrid Airport Valdebebas

C. de Fernando Higueras, 55, Hortaleza, Madrid 

CA $116

CA $128 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bernabéu Stadium and Real Madrid City are located ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (790 reviews)

The hotel was very clean and modernly designed, albeit quite basic in terms of room amenities (literally just a bed and TV, no kettle or anything like that). I'd recommend this hotel but one thing I would say is don't book it just because of the fact it says it has an airport shuttle. The shuttle ...

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

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[See all 6,328 properties in Retiro](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026&regionId=179717)

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## Check Retiro hotel availability

[Tonight

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[Tomorrow night

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[This weekend

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[Next weekend

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### Other neighbourhoods around Retiro

![Ibiza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633935945617/39fec347-1ca6-4e83-8ef3-8230d22bbb40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Ibiza

 During your stop in Ibiza, check out the parks, and jump on the metro at Ibiza Station to see more of the surrounding area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Ibiza.dx553248633935945617)

![El Retiro Park showing a park, a pond and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507750/48b1aa6d-2f71-499b-bc49-54ffc12840e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Jerónimos

 Visitors often come to Jerónimos for its interesting museums, but many stay to explore sights like Prado Museum and Glass Palace. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Atocha Renfe Station. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Jeronimos.dx553248633935944946)

![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053457/f5b685e3-c538-405f-8e80-5b7f6dcfa32a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Atocha

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

 Take time in Atocha to visit attractions like Atocha Station Memorial and Paseo del Arte. You might also appreciate the interesting museums, and you can hop on the metro at Mendez alvaro Station to see more of the city. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Atocha.dx6053457)

![CaixaForum Madrid showing outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6228602/6e337a1d-3a88-4402-b640-c222a59df58f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Golden Triangle of Art

 Golden Triangle of Art is popular for its fascinating museums. Explore top sights like Prado Museum and CaixaForum Madrid, and you can get around town on the metro at Estación del Arte. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Golden-Triangle-Of-Art.dx6355569)

![Church of San Manuel y San Benito showing heritage architecture, flowers and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532487432/64d53506-4e9c-4d89-8e8f-b1b8635b03ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Recoletos

 Consider exploring the interesting museums in Recoletos. If sightseeing is on the list, National Archaeological Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station to see more of the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Recoletos.dx553248634838840323)

![Circulo de Bellas Artes is one of the most popular and biggest of the rooftops in Madrid. The entrance fee is 4 euros but the view at night is definitely worth it.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2198/f4b298c3-9b21-4111-b31c-c23becb55184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Cortes

 While you're in Cortes, take in top sights like Gran Via and jump on the metro at Sevilla Station to see more of the city. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Madrid-Cortes.dx553248635976400501)

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