Getafe

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Be surprised by Getafe, which holds interesting historic and religious settlements and is considered to be the centre of the Iberian Peninsula.

Go on holidays in Getafe and discover the hidden charms that this municipality holds. Apart from being the main industrial city to the south of Madrid, Getafe has some major attractions that often go unnoticed.

Getafe is the ideal base for visiting Madrid. Its proximity to the capital, only 8 miles away, together with its reasonable prices make it an excellent option for staying the night. If you do end up in Getafe, take some time to climb up the Cerro de los Ángeles. The pleasant ascent to the top, through endless pine trees, will allow you to claim you have passed through the geographical centre of the Iberian Peninsula.

Once at the top, you’ll find a number of religious monuments including the Hermitage of Our Lady of the Angels, the Convent of the Order of Discalced Carmelites and the Diocesan Seminary. Book acheap holiday in Getafe to discover some little-explored spots of the community of Madrid.

While you explore the centre, admire the Church of La Magdalena, built between the 16th and 18th centuries and considered the top examples of Madrid’s Renaissance architecture. A short distance away you’ll find Hospitalillo de San José, with its pretty cloister, which has left its past as a hospital behind to become a cultural centre. If you book one of our package holidays in Getafe, you can discover the settlements that still hold pure essence.

The variety of dining options in Getafe will make lovers of good food extremely happy. Cocido stew, callos a la madrileña (tripe), and chickpea stew are some of the examples of typical Getafe cuisine, influenced by the Castilian climate and the local produce.

Getafe’s climate is continental Mediterranean, with warm summers and cool winters in which the landscape can be covered with a blanket of snow.

Book your flight + hotel to Getafe now and enjoy much more than just a good location close to the capital.

Where to stay in Getafe

La antigua nave de Boetticher y Navarro, transformada en el Madrid Innovation Campus

El Bercial

Though El Bercial might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Parquesur and Coliseum Alfonso Perez.

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Cerro Buenavista

When in Cerro Buenavista and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Calle de Manuel Cobo Calleja or Plaza de Colon and hop on the metro to see more the city at Conservatorio Station or Arroyo Cludebro Station.

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Perales del Río

Perales del Río might not have many top sights, but Basilica of Sagrado Corazon de Jesus and Coliseum Alfonso Perez are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Barceló Torre de Madrid
Barceló Torre de Madrid
5 out of 5
Plaza de España, 18, Madrid
The price is P15,157 per night from 4 May to 5 May
P15,157
P16,673 total
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"Great location and the service was excellent."

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Barceló Torre de Madrid
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Riu Plaza España
4 out of 5
C/ Gran Via, 84, Madrid
The price is P14,063 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
P14,063
P15,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,985 reviews)
"Lovely and clean throughout. Polite and friendly staff. Fantastic breakfast buffet and rooftop terrace. Execellent transport connections. We would have liked the pool to be open, but thats our only complaint!"

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza España
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
3 out of 5
Avenida de Aragón 402, Madrid
The price is P4,236 per night from 4 May to 5 May
P4,236
P4,660 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madrid. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,877 reviews)
"Nice hotel near Madrid’s airport! Second time I stay here and would love to stay again. Clean and modern facilities as well as friendly staff."

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2025

Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bungalows Camping Alpha Madrid
Bungalows Camping Alpha Madrid
1 out of 5
C CALIDAD , 1, POLIGONO LOS OLIVOS, Getafe
Stay at this campground in Getafe. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Parquesur and Nassica Shopping Center ...
6.6/10 (203 reviews)
"Property was good Internet was limited"

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

Bungalows Camping Alpha Madrid
Smartr Madrid Gran Vía 47
Smartr Madrid Gran Vía 47
3.5 out of 5
Calle Gran Vía 47, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (295 reviews)
"Easy to work with stuff and very clean space"

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Smartr Madrid Gran Vía 47
Compostela Suites Apartments
Compostela Suites Apartments
3 out of 5
C/ Zambrana, 4, Madrid, Madrid
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Madrid. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (552 reviews)
"Nice place to stay near the airport. Having a mall a walking distance is very convenient"

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2025

Compostela Suites Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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