Hotels near Plaza Mayor
Plaza Mayor, completed in the 17th century, sits between Sol and La Latina. Staying nearby puts the old 'Madrid de los Austrias' on your doorstep.
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Who it suits
Short-break visitors who want history in every direction: Mercado de San Miguel, Calle Toledo and the Royal Palace.
Tips
Restaurants on the square itself are pricey. Eat on Cava Baja or Calle de la Cava de San Miguel. The Christmas market runs in December.
Metro
Sol (lines 1–3) and Ópera (lines 2 and 5) are both a few minutes away.
FAQ
Is Plaza Mayor noisy at night?
The square itself quietens down, but street performers and terraces are active until late in summer.