A former small town that grew in the 1970s now welcomes visitors from around the world with its arms open. Fuenlabrada is in the inner plateau of the Iberian Peninsula, southwest of Madrid, and part of the Community of Madrid. The city is growing and adapting to its residents’ needs and creating a hub for businesses and culture just 17km away from the city of Madrid. In Fuenlabrada, you can find a diverse cultural offer in its museums and cultural centers and a great food offer in the whole town.
Our recommendations on which areas to stay in:
- The city of Fuenlabrada has several options for accommodations for families all over the town. Our recommendations for family stays are in the El Molino district, between Huerto del Cura Park and Fuenlabrada City Hall in Paseo de Roma. Here you and your family will have all the amenities necessary to make your trip to this city a great experience.
- For city accommodation, the areas close to the Plaza de España in the heart of the city’s Central District. Here modernity mixes with historical architecture, and you can enjoy the city’s cultural activities while being close to the best bars and restaurants in town.
- If you’re keeping it on a tight budget, the whole town offers accommodation at affordable prices in hostels, hotels, and Airbnb, and great food options. Also, it has excellent public transport connections to other cities in the Community of Madrid.
These are our recommendations on accommodations in Fuenlabrada, Spain, in 4 categories:
Family accommodation
City stay
Budget stay
Hotels
Fuenlabrada – A Living City
Fuenlabrada is an excellent destination to enjoy Madrid at great prices and enjoy a rich history worth discovering. The town has a history dating back to the XIV century when two communities decided to establish here around a former fountain where they could access fresh water. This fountain no longer exists in Casco Antiguo, but the history remains, and the city evolved around this area. The town had a boom in the 1970s, and from there, it has continued to grow, becoming a place where people come to live, visit and discover just a few kilometers away from the fast pace of Madrid City.
A stay in Fuenlabrada offers a new perspective on the modern cities of Spain. This city has developed a great variety of cultural activities and places of interest to visit all year round, such as Espacio Joven La Plaza, the former Old City Hall of Fuenlabrada that nowadays is a cultural center prepared for theater, concerts, and events. Also, the city’s historical center has some exciting landmarks worth the visit, such as the baroque-style church of Saint Esteban Prótomartir Parish from the XVIII-Century or the Fuente de Los Cuatro Caños, one of the icons of the city since the XIX-Century.
Great family stays in Fuenlabrada
The location of Fuelabrada makes it an excellent destination for discovering the country’s center. It is a family-friendly destination with walkable places and a relaxed environment to enjoy your stay here.
- The areas between the Fuenlabrada City Hall and King Juan Carlos University have several parks with a kid’s playground, such as Zuzu Kids Park in Calle de Suiza, Los Mantecados Kids park, and Solidaridad Park, both close to Calle de las Humanidades.
- You can find several amenities near Paseo de Roma, including supermarkets like Carrefour or Marhaba Supermarket in Calle de la Luna and Mogu Pharmacy.
- The area also is well connected to other parts of the Community of Madrid. On the site, you can find several train stations, such as Fuenlabrada Station, and you can easily walk to the historical center in just a few minutes.
- Also, this area is an excellent restaurant spot for the whole family. Visit Pizza Kebab Fuenlabrada for a quick meal, try a sandwich at Rodilla, or have a casual dinner at Atelier de Goceco.
- Take advantage of this location and discover the attractions of the city. Enjoy live music and rides in the fair area Recinto Ferial de Fuenlabrada or have fun at Pasalo Bien Game Center. Try your skills in an escape room such as Illusion Escape Room Fuenlabrada or Gravity Zero Room.
Our recommendations for family stays are in the El Molino district, between Huerto del Cura Park and Fuenlabrada City Hall.
Stay where everything happens
Enjoy Fuenlabrada’s cultural offer and the areas close to Plaza de España, the best for a city stay. You can be within walking distance of everything you need in the city and have easy access to enjoy and live the culture. Stay in Calle de la Iglesia to enjoy the festivals in the streets of the Casco Antiguo, such as the Cristo de la Misericordia religious festival, which gathers the local population in open-air sports and concerts, bull fair, and processions.
You can experience the Art Center Tomás y Valiente in Calle de Legánes with its modern art exhibitions, concert hall, and modern architecture and discover Fuente de las Escaleras. This fountain has become a landmark of the city in Calle de Francia.
Enjoy the food offered in the city by visiting Café Centro Bar on Francisco Javier Sauquillo Avenue, a 5-minute walk from your accommodation in Plaza de España. Have a luxury dinner at The Black co and taste the local wine and specialties, or have dinner in La Curva in Calle de Uruguay and enjoy the “sobremesa” culture after dinner with the locals.
Fuenlabrada on a budget
There is plenty of affordable accommodation in Fuenlabrada if your budget is tight, so finding a perfect spot in town for you to stay won’t be a problem. Don’t forget to experience Casco Antiguo and walk through several public areas and parks.
And as this city is growing fast with people from all over the country and the world, you can find cheap food from every corner, such as Spanish food in El Sabor, African flavors at Bakasi, and Latin American food in Kiosko Latino. And also, you can move quickly between cities using the metro system, which has several stations around Fuenlabrada.
