Riu Plaza Espana

Start at the hotel’s own Rooftop 360º for tapas with city views, plus the El Edén gastrobar and snack bar for casual bites. Right outside, try Faborit, Starbucks, Taberna Rincón de Reyes, or Ginkgo Restaurant & Sky Bar, all within a 2-minute walk. You can also join a Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Food Tour that stops at local bars to sample specialties. Everything you name here is a short stroll from the hotel.

You're right on Gran Vía, Madrid's grand avenue, with Plaza de España just steps away. The Royal Palace is a 9-minute walk, and the Temple of Debod is 7 minutes, so you're close to the city's historic heart. Nearby, you'll find the Gran Vía shopping street and the ATM. For a green escape, Parque del Oeste is a 19-minute walk. The area is central and well-connected, with Plaza de España Metro Station nearby.

From the airport, take the metro to Plaza de España or Noviciado station, both directly beside the hotel on Gran Vía. If you arrive at the main train station, a taxi or ride-hailing service is the simplest way to reach Gran Vía 84. The hotel sits right on Plaza de España, so once you exit the metro you will see it immediately. The airport is about a 25-minute drive, but the metro lines connect you to the center quickly.

In the evening, you can head to the hotel's own 360º Roof Top Bar or El Edén Gastrobar for tapas and skyline views, both on-site. Nearby, Gran Vía's theaters are a short stroll, and Plaza Mayor is a 13-minute walk with lively squares. Bars like Baton Rouge Cocktail Bar and 1862 Dry Bar are in the Centro area for drinks. The Temple of Debod is a 7-minute walk away, offering a pleasant evening view. You could also join a flamenco show tour to experience Madrid's night scene.

Riu Plaza España is an excellent base for exploring Madrid, with many top sights within an easy walk. You can reach the Temple of Debod in 7 minutes, the Royal Palace of Madrid in 9, and Plaza Mayor in 13, all without needing transport. Campo del Moro is an 11-minute walk, while the Museo del Romanticismo is 13 minutes away, and Parque del Oeste takes 19 minutes. Cibeles Fountain is a 20-minute walk, and Puerta de Alcalá is 24 minutes on foot. For farther destinations, Plaza de España and Noviciado Metro Stations are right nearby, so the whole city is readily accessible.