Malasaña

Madrid

Malasaña
Malasaña
Malasaña
Malasaña
Malasaña
Loved by hipsters and students for its coffeehouses and nightlife scene, this creative neighborhood also has excellent art museums, theaters and shopping.

Set out on foot to discover the energetic vibe that permeates the streets and plazas of Malasaña. This is Madrid’s student district, an area packed with bars, fashion outlets, galleries and museums. The Movida Madrileña counterculture movement began here in the 1970s and an underground scene continues today. Malasaña takes its name from Manuela Malasaña, a heroine of the 1808 uprising against French troops.

Fashion conscious visitors relish in the diverse retail options, which range from bookshops to vintage stores and upscale fashion outlets. Once part of the city’s poorer area, Calle Fuencarral is now home to popular clothing brands such as Mango and Levi’s. Visit the 400-year-old Church of San Antonio de los Alemanes. It’s notable for its Baroque interior, painted by acclaimed artists including Francisco Ricci.

Enjoy people-watching at Plaza del Dos de Mayo, named after the date of the 1808 uprising. Bars surround the square and the Saturday Malamarket sees artists and designers selling unique wares. Find brewpubs, concert halls, international restaurants and tapas joints along cobblestone streets that lead from the square. Local musicians entertain punters at the three-floor Mercado de San Ildefonso street food market.

Appreciate the enormity of the neoclassical Palacio de Liria, which is among the largest private residences in Madrid. Guided tours of the palace’s impressive art collection take place on Fridays by prior appointment. Close to here, the Museum of Contemporary Art features works from the mid-1800s onwards. Graphic arts and illustrations are the focus of the free Museum ABC.

Another major attraction in the area is the Conde Duque Cultural Center, housed within a huge former royal barracks. It has auditoriums, exhibition spaces, libraries and theaters. Catch shows by independent theater groups at Teatro Maravillas and productions of Broadway musicals at Teatro Coliseum.

Malasaña occupies much of the northern section of central Madrid. It’s easy to get here by taking the metro to any of the Gran Vía, Noviciado, Plaza de España and Tribunal stations. Several public bus lines also stop in and around the neighborhood.


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Top hotels in Malasaña

Hotel Princesa Plaza Madrid
Hotel Princesa Plaza Madrid
4 out of 5
Calle Serrano Jover 3, Madrid, Madrid
The price is S$251 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
S$251
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,088 reviews)
"Amazing!"

Reviewed on 1 Mar,2025

Hotel Princesa Plaza Madrid
B&B HOTEL Madrid Centro F52
B&B HOTEL Madrid Centro F52
2.5 out of 5
Calle de Fuencarral 52, Madrid
The price is S$193 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
S$193
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Gran Via and Puerta del Sol are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (159 reviews)
"Such nice staff service! Great free breakfast and waters every morning. Central location."

Reviewed on 2 Mar,2025

B&B HOTEL Madrid Centro F52
Hotel Emperador
Hotel Emperador
4 out of 5
Gran Via 53, Madrid, Madrid
The price is S$221 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
S$221
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,520 reviews)
"GREAT LOCATION.FRIENDLY STAFF"

Reviewed on 5 Mar,2025

Hotel Emperador
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Riu Plaza España
4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84, Madrid
The price is S$243 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
S$243
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,881 reviews)
"Amazing stay."

Reviewed on 4 Mar,2025

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Barceló Torre de Madrid
Barceló Torre de Madrid
5 out of 5
Plaza de España, 18, Madrid
The price is S$318 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
S$318
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,604 reviews)
"Convenient location, would rate more 4 star than five. No reference in regards to Expedia VIP status."

Reviewed on 5 Mar,2025

Barceló Torre de Madrid
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
3 out of 5
Avenida de Aragón 402, Madrid
The price is S$92 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
S$92
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,766 reviews)
"Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 3 Mar,2025

Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
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