Located in northern Madrid and the center of the Iberian Peninsula, Alcobendas is a growing city with plenty to offer. The privileged location of the town at 17km away from the center of Madrid makes Alcobendas a strategic hub between the different areas of Madrid, just 15 minutes away from downtown and the financial district, the international airport, and the convention center. As a result, Alcobendas has become a meeting point for art and culture on the outskirts of Spain’s central city. With a combination of leisure, culture, and sports, this prominent northern city is emerging as a tourist hotspot to start discovering the Community of Madrid.
Our recommendations on which areas to stay in
- Enjoy great views of the city’s green areas by staying close to Jardín de la Vega Park. Here you can enjoy one of the best areas to stay close to several attractions in the center of Alcobendas and excellent connectivity to different areas of Madrid.
- For a relaxing family stay in Alcobendas, the areas close to Paseo de la Chopera and Canarias Park are great options for enjoying the city’s center and discovering the many attractions and natural places nearby.
- Are you looking for low-budget accommodation in Alcobendas? The whole city offers excellent and affordable options to stay and enjoy the city and its proximity to many places in the Community of Madrid. We recommend the areas close to Calle de la Libertad to enjoy the many options the center of Alcobendas offers.
These are our recommendations on accommodations in Alcobendas, Spain, in 3 categories:
- Park views:
- Family stays:
- Budget-friendly accommodation:
Plenty to discover in the city. – What to know before visiting
In recent times Alcobendas has been growing and transforming. It has become a great place to visit to become a center of both tourist and business interest. From its humble origins as a small village in the north of Madrid in 1208, its population grew after the Spanish Civil War. The city passed from having 1985 inhabitants in 1940 to 117000 to this day, making necessary the development of its industries benefit the working majority in the city. Now Alcobendas is the 2nd Spanish city in billings from their multinational industries, and in constant development of new ways to attract commerce and tourism from around the world.
Discover the cultural offer of this vibrant city in a laid-back environment and discover its innovation and great spots. Discover the modern architecture of Art Center Alcobendas and enjoy a cultural center from 2010 with a wide offer of activities and year-round shows and exhibitions in a modern sustainable building. Get inspired in the National Museum of Science and Technology, a place dedicated to divulgating knowledge through workshops, collections, and fun activities for people of all ages. Have a glimpse of the city’s performing arts by visiting Teatro Auditorio Ciudad de Alcobendas, the major cultural venue in town with a diverse offer of shows. Finally, enjoy the city by visiting the Jardín de la Vega Park, a landscaped garden park where you can enjoy plenty of activities and places to stop by. Such as the EL INVERNADERO – Espacio Profesional y Escuela de Circo, a circus school with a great offer of courses and classes, the open-air Luis Vallejo Bonsai Museum, and the concert hall La Esfera – Plaza Cubierta.
Enjoy the urban green areas of Alcobendas, like as Andalucía Park, where you can enjoy great views of the lake and the playgrounds. Discover the forestal area of Monte de Valdelatas, where you can disconnect from the city and enjoy a natural environment, trekking routes, and views of Madrid. Or enjoy the sports complex of Ciudad Deportiva Valdelasfuentes with its great offer of courts and open-air areas.
Start discovering the offer of Alcobendas and begin your adventures in the Community of Madrid.
Staying near the park.
Discover Alcobendas and enjoy views of the city’s green areas by staying near Avenida de la Vega and Jardín de la Vega Park, an area full of great spots to connect with the neighborhood’s identity. Walk around the many gardens inside the park and see public art displays such as the Arab Garden and the sculpture El Pianista y la Musa or the Monolito del Parque Arroyo de la Vega sculpture close to the Japanese Garden. Discover the park by walking around its walkable areas in a relaxed environment and close to great cultural spots such as Luis Vallejo Bonsai Museum and La Esfera – Plaza Cubierta Concert Hall, both in Avenida Olímpica, just 4-minutes away from stay.
Take advantage of the proximity to the La Moraleja Subway station in Avenida de la Ermita, 400 m away from your accommodation near the park, and move quickly around Madrid in a 15-minute ride to the center of the capital city. You will be close to great shopping and eating options in this area, such as Centro Comercial La Vega, at a 3-minute walk from your stay. Have a taste of the local gastronomy of Alcobendas by visiting Silk in Avenida Olímpica with their offer of Spanish, Thai, and Japanese influences on their food, 450 m away from your accommodation. Try the Italian eatery Fame da Lupi and enjoy traditional Italian options in a great environment, or have a delicious cocktail or beer at Infinity’s Alcobendas, both in Avenida Olímpica.
Start discovering Alcobendas and have a relaxing view of its leisure areas by staying close to Jardín de la Vega Park and Avenida de la Vega.
Family accommodation in Alcobendas.
Have a great time in Alcobendas with your family and enjoy what the city offers. We recommend the areas close to Paseo de la Chopera and Canarias Park to enjoy the amenities near your stay and start discovering Alcobendas and the Community of Madrid.
- In this area, you can move quickly around the city by car from Paseo de la Chopera or public transportation in the Marqués de la Valdavia Subway Station, located in Cataluña Park, 450 m away from your accommodation.
- Enjoy the many urban parks in this area, such as Cataluña Park, where you can enjoy sculptures, monuments, playgrounds, and the pond of Cascada del Parque de Cataluña, 4 minutes away from your stay. And visit Andalucía Park to enjoy scenic views of this green area of Alcobendas and discover its many areas to walk 700 m away from your lodging.
- Close to your accommodation, there will be several grocery options for convenience, such as Carrefour Express in Calle del Marqués de la Valdavia, at a 9-minute walk from your accommodation, and Alimentacion Bazar Fruta in Paseo de la Chopera, 210 m from your family lodging.
- Also, you will be close to pharmacies and health centers like Olivares Pharmacy and Health Center La Chopera, in Paseo de la Chopera, less than 5 minutes from your accommodation.
- You can easily access Alcobendas’ main attractions, such as the National Museum of Science and Technology, in Calle del Pintor Velázquez, 3 minutes from your stay. Visit the Art Center Alcobendas in Calle de Mariano Sebastian Izuel, just 13 minutes away. Also, visit Jardín de la Vega Park in Avenida Olímpica, where you can enjoy urban green areas to discover and attractions to visit 1 km away from your stay.
- Enjoy the many food options near your accommodation, such as the Italian eatery Pizzería Carlos | Alcobendas in Calle de Navarra at a short distance, or visit the Galician restaurant Riazor in Paseo de la Chopera and at a 7-minute walk from your accommodation.
Discover the offer of Alcobendas and have a great time with your family during your stay by looking for accommodation in the areas close to Paseo de la Chopera and Canarias Park.
Visit Alcobendas on a budget.
Alcobendas is a great place to discover Madrid while on a budget. The whole city offers cheap accommodations and is close to everything at a short distance. We recommend staying in the areas close to Calle de la Libertad, where you will be near excellent public transportation in the Marqués de la Valdavia Subway Station, located in Cataluña Park, 270 m away from your accommodation. In addition, you will be close to the city’s main attractions, such as the National Museum of Science and Technology, in Calle del Pintor Velázquez, 550 m from your accommodation.
There will be several grocery options close to your accommodation, such as Froiz Supermarket in Bulevar de Salvador Allende, at a 3-minute walk from your stay, and Carrefour Express in Calle del Marqués de la Valdavia, at a 3-minute walk from your accommodation.
