South of the Community of Madrid, 20km from the capital city, is located in the small town of Parla. A small community that had exponential growth between the 1970s and 1980s with people from Spain and, more recently, from all around the world, making it a multicultural place, in constant development, but with a laid-back environment for locals and visitors’ enjoyment. Discover the south of the Community of Madrid and stay in a city full of legends, historical churches, and places to visit throughout the year.
Our recommendations on which areas to stay in
- Discover the center of Parla by looking for luxury accommodations in Calle de Pinto near the city center. Here you will enjoy the laid-back environment of the city and great options to taste the local gastronomy.
- Have a great time with your family in Parla by looking for family accommodation in Calle Real and Parla Train Station. This area is located within the city center, where you and your family will enjoy the best amenities of the city, proximity to everything, and mobility to the whole Community of Madrid.
- Are you looking for budget accommodation in Parla? This city is one of the cheapest options in the Community of Madrid for staying and discovering the region. The town offers excellent and affordable accommodations for planning your adventures in Madrid.
These are our recommendations on accommodations in Parla, Spain, in 3 categories:
- Luxury accommodation:
- Family stays:
- Tight budget:
Parks to relax in the city. – What to know before visiting.
The history of Parla dates back to the Paleolithic era, close to the Arroyo de Humanejos, where the early settlements have been. Later some Celtic tribes, Carthage groups, and Romans inhabited the area. In 711, the area was part of the Cordoba Emirate during the Arab era of the Iberian peninsula and reconquered in 1255. The city, since medieval times, has had a strong farming tradition, which experienced significant population growth during the 1970s and 1980s, from just over 1500 inhabitants to more than 130 000 today.
Discover its natural and hiking areas from the Cerro de la Cantueña, a place enjoyed by locals to fly kites, and Cerro La Coronilla, where you can enjoy the tranquility of the town on its rural landscape. Hike around the Bosque Ciudadano Arroyo Humanejos, one the city’s newest urban parks with several local species of trees and close to the prehistoric deposit of Yacimiento funerario de Humanejos. You can plan a trip with the help of the Casa De La Cultura, and you can learn from the early human settlements in the area.
Discover the city’s many parks where you can relax, enjoy sports, see animals like ducks and tortoises, and enjoy great views of the sunset. Visit Comunidades Europeas Park in the city’s south and have a great day close to Lago Las Comunidades. Enjoy a leisurely day in Universo Park and its proximity to several sports centers such as Alfredo Di Stefano Complex, Complejo deportivo Las Americas, and Campos De futbol Javier Camuñas. Discover the botanical gardens of Museo del Bonsái Garden or the city’s religious monuments in Ermita Park.
Luxury stays in the city center of Parla.
Enjoy a multicultural city by looking for accommodation close to Calle de Pinto, near the city center of Parla. Here you will have everything you need at a short walking distance from your accommodation, such as the proximity to Parla Train Station in Calle Río Tajo, just 650 m away from your stay. Here you can discover the many great places in the Community of Madrid and move quickly around the city. Enjoy the closeness to the city’s main shopping centers, such as Centro Comercial El Ferial at the east end of Calle de Pinto and close to Recinto Ferial de Parla in Calle Miró.
Relax walking through the green urban spaces of the city and enjoy the cultural activities that take place there. Visit Plaza Castilla in Calle de Ciudad Real and Abogados de Atocha Park in Calle Julio Romero de Torres. Have a taste of the local gastronomy and try Argentiníssima Restaurant, an Argentinian eatery located in Calle de Cuenca, 600m away from your accommodation. Discover the traditional food of Spain in Linares Restaurant in Calle de Pinto, or have a fine dining experience at Co-Modo Restaurant in Plaza Adolfo Marsillach in one of the main plazas in the city.
Have a great time in Parla and enjoy what the city offers by staying close to Calle de Pinto.
Enjoy family accommodation in Parla.
The small city of Parla is an excellent spot to have a relaxing time with your family. We recommend you look for family accommodation in Calle Real and Parla Train Station. This area has several amenities for you to enjoy your stay in Parla.
- In this area, you will find several excellent grocery options, such as Dia Supermarket in Calle Segovia or Alimentación Burgos in Calle de Burgos, at a 5-minute walk from your stay.
- You will be close to pharmacies and health centers like FarmaParla Pharmacy in Calle de San Nicolás, at a short 2-minute walk away, and San Blas Health Center in Calle San Blas, 700m away from your stay.
- You will be close to parks with playgrounds, such as Igualdad Park in Calle Río Guadiana and Ballena Park in Calle Real, at an 8-minute walk from your family accommodation.
- Enjoy the great food options near the city center by visiting the Peruvian eatery El Rincón Del Roco Restaurant in Calle Río Ebro, just 250m away from your stay. Discover Ecuadorian food with your family in Brasa y Sabor in Calle Río Tajo at a 4-minute walk from your stay.
- You will be close to Parla Train Station, from where you can travel to the different areas of the Community of Madrid.
Enjoy your family accommodation in Parla by looking for family accommodation in Calle Real and Parla Train Station.
Budget-friendly stays in Parla.
Parla is an excellent spot to stay in the Community of Madrid without hurting your wallet. You can find affordable accommodation in the whole city with a quick search on the leading platforms. Enjoy the great offer of cheap food in the area and travel worldwide without moving from the city. Take advantage of the size of Parla and walk everywhere, or use the public transportation of the city and move between towns and cities.
