Madrid Hotels in June
Hotel Mayorazgo
A quick walk from the Santo Domingo Metro station is the Hotel Mayorazgo, a pleasing 4-star accommodation which will easily meet all your needs for any trip to Madrid. With clean and comfortable rooms that come in a variety of styles, the hotel features artwork throughout, as well as room service, an onsite restaurant, lounge and cocktail bar and airport shuttle service. The hotel also has business meeting facilities.
Casa de Madrid
Those in search of boutique accommodation should take a look at the Casa de Madrid, in elegant hotel in an 18th century landmark building which is located opposite the Royal Opera. Featuring individually-furnished rooms, guests are greeted with complimentary bottles of wine during their stay and room service is available. Offering spaces to relax and retreat such as the classic salon and library, this is an excellent option for those who want a romantic getaway with easy access to the city's sights and attractions.
Hostal Oriente
Another choice accommodation in the Opera district is the Hostal Oriente, located exactly opposite the Metro station. Featuring individually-decorated and comfortably-furnished rooms, this friendly hotel provides visitors with all the amenities they need, and it's a great choice for those who want to be within easy walking distance of the city's landmarks and cultural attractions - the Royal Palace of Madrid is a mere 5-minute walk away.
Bars and Restaurants
Toma
Madrid is teeming with trendy neighbourhood cafes and Toma is no exception to the rule. With long, narrow benches and bicycles stuck to the walls, shabby chic is very much the order of the day, but that shouldn't distract attention away from the quality of the food and coffee available. Open early for breakfast, this is a great place to fill up before a full day of sightseeing; coffee connoisseurs will also be impressed by the calibre of hot and cold drinks here.
Museo del Jamon
For a quintessential Madrid culinary experience, you have to visit Museo del Jamon. Famous for appearing in a Pedro Almodovar film and known for its hams hanging down from the ceiling, this eatery provides an authentic feel for the city which is hard to find elsewhere. The staples of the menu are fairly basic - but that's part of the charm and style, and what's more, it's certainly an easy and cost-effective dining option. Stop and watch the life of the city whizz by as you kick back with a beer and a couple of tapas servings in this unique setting.
Venencia
Another Madrid establishment which is charmingly untouched by modern fads and trends is the unassuming Venencia. Opened over 70 years ago, this rustic bar is a throwback to the days of the Spanish Civil War and was frequented by Ernest Hemingway when he made his jaunts to Madrid. The food and drink is as unpretentious as the decor - it's largely Spanish wines and tapas and not much else - and the owners intend to keep it that way. You won't find any classy cocktails gracing the menu here, but nor will you find a bar as authentic and rich in character as La Venencia elsewhere in Madrid.
Chocolateria San Gines
No trip to Madrid would be quite complete without sampling some delicious chocolate and churros, and Chocolateria San Gines is the place to taste these unmistakeable Spanish treats in all their glory. This age-old establishment has also been around longer than any Madrileno can remember, and that's a testament to the popularity of the place. As per Spanish siesta culture, you can expect to find this place open until the small hours of the morning, when hungry locals stock up on late-night sweet treats.
