South of the capital city of Madrid is the district of Usera, a multicultural spot where you can discover and enjoy one of the city’s many faces. Come upon one of the most significant Chinese communities of Madrid, with over 11000 Chinese residents. This unique district has a wide offer of cultures from China, and people from other parts of Spain and the rest of the world, making it a great spot to experience traditions from this Asian country without leaving Madrid and enjoy a multicultural experience beyond Europe. Stay in this district, find your favorite food from around the world, and discover everything Usera has for you.
Our recommendations on which areas to stay in
- For a luxury stay in Usera, close to the main areas for great food and easy connections to the rest of Madrid’s Main attractions, we recommend the areas close to Calle de Marcelo Usera and Glorieta de Cádiz, in the Almendrales neighborhood.
- If you want to stay in Usera as a family, we recommend you stay close to Calle Mirasierra and the Usera subway station in the Moscardo neighborhood. Here you will find all the amenities you need to enjoy the district and connect to the rest of Madrid.
- Stay within one of the most multicultural areas of Madrid and experience its culture. We recommend you look for accommodation between Calle de Marcelo Usera and Calle de Nicolás Sánchez to experience Usera in the heart of the district.
- Are you looking for a budget stay in Usera? This district is a great spot to stay in Madrid on a budget and still enjoy a unique area of this city.
These are our recommendations on accommodations in Usera, Spain, in 5 categories:
- Luxury interior:
- Family accommodation:
- Gastronomy experience:
- Budget stay:
The Chinese neighborhood of Madrid. – What to know before visiting.
Usera is an official district formed in 1987, with lands that formerly belonged to the Villaverde district and started to form around the neighborhood of Usera in the early XX century. The area began to grow in 1960, receiving people from all over Spain looking for more significant opportunities in the capital city. Since 2000 Usera has been transforming into the cultural spot, it is today, with more urban security than years before and a new-found cultural identity thanks to the migrant Chinese population that started to live in the area, forming the Chinatown of Madrid.
Due to the different origins of the Chinese population, this area has a great representation of all the regions of this country, making Usera a great place to enjoy gastronomy, culture, and traditions from China, especially in Calle de Marcelo Usera and Calle de Nicolás Sánchez. Celebrate with the locals at one of the best times to visit Usera; the Chinese New Year. The streets of Usera gets filled with ceremonies held at the Parque de Pradolongo’s Lake in one of the many urban areas of this district. During this celebration, the red color covers the streets of Usera to bring good luck for the upcoming year. Fireworks and traditional dances will light up the activities held in February.
Also, you can find a combination of different cultures within the same district, such as Peruvian Bolivian food, Colombian, and Spanish restaurants in the area. Keep enjoying the culture of Usera by visiting Manzanares River Linear Park, and enjoy the views of the city from the lookouts in the hills of the park. Discover the José Hierro Library’s modernist architecture or enjoy the city’s art in the art gallery Habitación Número 34 or the coworking and cultural center Espacio Oculto Madrid. Fall in love with the many cultures of Usera, and stay within one of the most diverse areas of Madrid.
Luxury stays close to Calle de Marcelo Usera.
Stay within the center of Usera and discover the luxury accommodations in the area close to everything you need to make your stay an excellent experience. We recommend the areas close to Calle de Marcelo Usera and Glorieta de Cádiz in the Almendrales neighborhood. You will find ideal accommodations close to restaurants, sports areas, subway, and a short distance from attractions from neighboring districts.
You will be in an area well connected to the rest of Madrid by main roads and the subway system in the Almendrales in Avenida de Córdoba. And by crossing the Santa Catalina Bridge, just 350m away from your stay, you will be in the Arganzuela district, close to the cultural center of Matadero Madrid in Plaza de Legazpi, at a 9-minute walk or a 5-minute car ride from your accommodation. Enjoy the proximity of your stay from parks and sports centers such as the fitness center of Instalación Deportiva Municipal La Chimenea in Calle Vallandes, 600m away from your stay. Visit Parque de Pradolongo, 1.5km away from your accommodation, and enjoy walkable areas, the Pradolongo Botanical Garden, and the pond of Estanque semicircular y canal de Pradolongo.
Enjoy the mix of cultures in this area by tasting the local gastronomy. Discover the taste of Spain in Pasamar, in Calle San Antonio de Padua, 140m away from your stay. Enjoy great Chinese food at Mr. Doulao in Calle del Olvido, 4 minutes away from your accommodation, or take a 5-minute walk to the Bolivian restaurant of Pollos al Carbón Los Kali in Calle de la Pilarica.
We recommend the areas close to Calle de Marcelo Usera and Glorieta de Cádiz to enjoy the best of Usera in luxury accommodation close to everything in the city.
Stay with your family in Usera.
Have a great family time in Usera by staying close to Calle Mirasierra and the Usera subway station in the Moscardo neighborhood. You will be in a great spot in Usera and close to all the amenities you need to enjoy your stay.
- You will be close to walkable areas and parks close to your stay, such as Amarillo Park, where you and your family can enjoy a basketball court and playground, and Calle Duquesa de Santona.
- The subway station of Usera is within a 5-minute walk from your stay, located in Plaza José Luis Hoys.
- There are great grocery shopping options in the area, such as the Usera Market in Calle de Amparo Usera, where you can find fresh products and try the local delicacies. Discover the Asia Supermarket in Calle de Nicolás Sánchez, find new ingredients, and try food from different parts of China just a 6-minute walk from your stay.
- Try the restaurants close to your accommodation, such as the Mediterranean restaurant El Fogon De Usera in Calle de Ramón de Madariaga, 350m away from your stay. Have a cultural experience with your family in the different international restaurants close to the district center, such as the Chinese 川辣香都 Sichuan Restaurant in Calle de Gabino Jimeno, 400m away from your lodging. Or have delicious Colombian food at the highly rated Fonda de Colombia in Calle de Ferroviarios, an 8-minute walk from your stay in Usera.
- You will be close to pharmacies and health centers for your convenience, such as Javier Tamayo Carmona Pharmacy in Calle del Gral. Marva, at a 4-minute walk from your stay, and Health center Calesas in Calle de las Calesas, 95m away from your accommodation.
Have a great time in Usera and have all the amenities you need close to your accommodation by staying close to Calle Mirasierra and the Usera subway station in the Moscardo neighborhood.
Enjoy a multicultural district.
Usera is a famous district for the Chinese community that lives in the area. Still, it is also a great spot to discover a mix of cultural identities within a short distance, especially Chinese, Latin American, and Spanish. We recommend you look for accommodation between Calle de Marcelo Usera and Calle de Nicolás Sánchez to experience the area’s identity and enjoy the nearby gastronomy.
Walking the streets of Usera, you will find food from around China, such as the Cantonese Royal Cantonés in Calle del Olvido. The highly rated restaurant with Shanghai dishes Jin Yun Shao Bing in Calle de Nicolás Sánchez or the spicy 川辣香都 Sichuan Restaurant in Calle de Gabino Jimeno. Also, significant Latin American influence in Colombian eatery Fonda de Colombia in Calle de Ferroviarios and the Bolivian Los Cantaritos in Calle del Amor Hermoso. Or enjoy local Spanish food at La Parrilla de Usera in Calle de la Pilarica.
Also, the sweets have a space in this district, such as the traditional Chinese bakery 紫罗兰 in Calle de Nicolás Sánchez, the Ecuadorian bakery San Francisco de Quito in Calle de Antonio Salvador, the conventional Spanish bakery La Pereirana in Calle de Marcelo Usera, and the Bolivian Pastelería y salteñeria Victoria in Calle de Ramón Luján.
Don’t forget to stay by the Chinese New Year celebrations held in February of each year to have a great time with the local community and have a complete cultural experience within the district.
Discover the many cultures of Usera and Madrid by discovering the areas close to Calle de Marcelo Usera and Calle de Nicolás Sánchez.
Budget-friendly stays in Usera.
If you’re planning to stay in Madrid, Usera is a great option to keep on a tight budget. You will find great deals for accommodation in the whole district, and as it is a multicultural spot, you will enjoy the culture and excellent gastronomy at a great price. Also, please take advantage of the great public transport connectivity to the rest of the Community of Madrid, so it will be easy to move around by public transportation to enjoy the city. We recommend you take advantage of the local festivities to immerse yourself in the culture of Usera, such as the February festivities of the Chinese New Year. It is an excellent opportunity to enjoy and make the most of your stay in this district.
