We stayed in Chamberi, and it was the perfect mix. We mostly walked into the centre, 25 minutes, and it was a cheap Uber home when we got out of a play late.
We love Madrid. As New Yorkers, it always feels like home. One barrio that I've come to like is Pacifico. It is a bit off the beaten path, but not touristy at all and very quiet. We love to walk and are metro savvy, so it's easy to get around. Of course, one pro tip, if you are renting an apt, be sure it's not near the trash/recycling bins. The glass bins, when picked up make a lot of noise. Thanks for the video.
We stayed at the Riu Plaza Espana on Gran Via...was a perfect location. Everything was walkable....and then took a cab to see the sacred Bernabeu (Real Madrid's stadium). Also tried some of the tapas bars recommened here and were not disappointed. Loved, loved, loved Madrid!
That is a LOT of wonderful, well-presented information! Loved Yoly cracking up over her amazing speed reading! I think this video is exactly what folks need and enjoy(!) viewing when preparing to visit an unfamiliar city! Thanks, you guys!❤
Once again, wonderful advice and editing! One thing I want to mention (maybe you have covered this before) is not a place to stay but to visit in Madrid: The Museum of the Americas. Most people don't know about this nor is it much advertised. I think everyone (yes, I think as in my personal opinion) should visit, especially if one is from any area of "The Americas". Five floors of plunder and bizzare/humerous juxtaposition/curation. I spent 4 hours there. Background, I am from California and the Conquistador Missionary presence is all over the place here on the entire coast. It was amazing to see this and also see how incredible these guys were at hand measure and drawing pretty acurate cartography. Most people have no idea that they explored this entire side of the Pacific Rim, all the way up to Alaska (it's there in the museum). Love you guys!
Good to know that someone makes the effort to look at the 'not-all-negative' side of Spain's exploration & cultural legacy in The America's. I believe even in Spain very few people have visited that museum, neither from the ones that claim Spain's conquista was all positives (conservative parties), and even less from the side which are most self-critical about our past history with the original native people's over there (left).
Good to know that someone makes the effort to look at the 'not-all-negative' side of Spain's exploration & cultural legacy in The America's. I believe even in Spain very few people have visited that museum, neither from the ones that claim Spain's conquista was all positives (conservative parties), and even less from the side which are most self-critical about our past history with the original native people's over there (left).
Good to know that someone makes the effort to look at the 'not-all-negative' side of Spain's exploration & cultural legacy in The America's. I believe even in Spain very few people have visited that museum, neither from the ones that claim Spain's conquista was all positives (conservative parties), and even less from the side which are most self-critical about our past history with the original native people's over there (left).
I just saw your comment while watching this video. I can't believe I missed the Museo of the Americas on my trip to Madrid. I'm a big history buff, and I'll definitely visit this museum on my next trip there.
@@alfredosenalle9284 It's a bit farther out of the center, near the University. Absolutely worth taking the time to see this. Lot's of gold figures that are...ahem...en flagrant and amazing ceramics, clothing and even Klingit artifacts
This is one of my favourite videos you’ve done. The information about where to go in Madrid was great. I’d love to see similar videos on Barcelona, Seville, Granada, Ronda, Leon, etc. Thanks.
Hola amigos!!! Me encantan tus vídeos! Hecho muchísimo de menos 🇪🇸…especialmente la comida!!! My mom is Spanish (de Huelva) and my dad American. I was born at Torrejón Air Force base and lived in Alcala de Henares for 16 yrs. Thanks for the videos! 💖
I can't believe you've missed places at Moncloa... In front of Príncipe Pío's Station/Mall is the Acta Madfor Hotel (Paseo De La Florida, 13). You have the Royal Palace, La Almudena, Manzanares River and Ferraz next door. Plus a bunch of restaurants and shops and a nice park where you can even watch movies... Acta Madfor- three stars hotel. Been there twice. Highly recommended.
My in-laws live just at the other side of Retiro park, in the Ibiza neighbourhood. Such a brilliant location. It's got all the shops one would need, but isn't touristy at all. Cross the Retiro (15 minute walk) and you're in the city center. If I win the lottery, I'll buy an apartment there ^^
Wonderful video, great information! My wife and I visited Madrid in the spring of 2023 and loved it so much, we are going back in the spring of 2024. This video shows that there is so much more to see and do. Can't wait!!
I visited Madrid for a few days back in 2019, and I can't wait to go back armed with all this great information!! Thank you both for another great video!
Lavapies is wonderful. They have this festival called Tapapies, where you can have a tapa and a drink for € 3 at a lot of restaurants. I also liked Chueca, but beware of the hangover the next day if you go out here. The mixed drinks are very strong in Madrid!
Great video! Just in time as I prepare to work on an article about Madrid. Also hoping to get there in February… do you have any videos about winter travel to Madrid (or Spain in general)?
Great video you two! It brought back so many happy memories of the many years I spent in Madrid! I spent most of time in Chamberi but my favorite barrio was La Latina where I cut my teeth learning the catering trade in a restaurant called El Malandrin on calle Cava Alta. I then opened my own Indian tapas restaurant" in Chueca and I also really love that barrio. I think you've chosen the best parts of Madrid and you've really captured the feel of the city. The thing I loved best about Madrid was that it is really two cities in one, day time and night time Madrid and it is without a doubt one the best cities in the world for night life. How about La Candela flamenco bar in Lavapies is that still going?I used to love the warm atmosphere there on cold winter nights, listening to brilliant flamenco! Te echo de menos Madrid, gracias!
We have been to Madrid only a few times, and I feel like we are still just getting to know it, outside of the very touristy center. This helps a lot! We will be settling in Malaga late next year and plan to get to know more of Madrid, thanks to the wonderful high speed rail connection. Thanks again, Yoli and James!
For anyone considering a stay in Chamberi, I highly recommend Hotel Sardinero Madrid. I stayed there in 2022 and I'm booked there for next September, if you can, book a room with a terrace.
Thanks a lot for making this video adjusted to the diverse audience you have. It was really great to hear not only about party places of Madrid but also quite one that can suit families with kids!🎉
Big thank you Yoly and James for taking the time to prepare this video. My favourite neighbourhood is Salamanca, easy to get from Atocha, and to walk around Retiro. But all the other neighbourhoods mentioned worth a visit. ❤
Thank you so much for this video! It's so detailed with local recommendations, which are not just the usual spots everyone goes to-that would be so boring! After Barcelona, I will be taking the train to Madrid-my friend helped me buy the cheap train tickets! It feels like my trip to Spain is constantly being guided by kind people-looking forward to my journey in Spain🇪🇸
Hello! First of all, thank you for all you're doing, it's very useful for us, tourists from abroad. :) Second, I have an suggestion for you: Can you make a video dedicated to accessibility in Madrid (or other cities as well)? I am a wheelchair user and it would be very helpful if people like me would have an overview of which metro stops are accessible, how to book accessibility public transport tickets, which hotels are best equipped for people with disabilities, if there are any discounts in museums or other sites for people with reduced mobility, etc. I know that this might not be the area that you're primarly focusing on, but maybe if there was somebody who can help you with such content, it would be very nice and helpful, indeed. Keep up the good work, greetings from Slovakia. :)
We are required by law to have aacesability for wheelchair users in every restaurant, bar, museum, hotels... You'll have a great time here! Just keep in mind that there are some mid to heavy slopes all around the city center, my only suggestion would be to wait for spring. Anímate!
great idea Adam...i cannot tell you how many stairs i encountered getting to my room at hotels., especially in older buildings..i only had a sprained ankle and it gave me a new appreciation for accessiblility issues in Spain in general
I was in Madrid last month is fantaaaastic its like a mix between a european great city and NYC. Greetings from Miami. Salamanca district is wonderfull and Chamberi.
Just visited Madrid, and you must add Jardines de Sabatini to your list. Moderately priced, perfect location next to the Palace, beautiful Palace views day or night and especially awesome terrace view of the palace at night. The people who run it are awesome as well. Absolutely should be on your list !!!
I almost always stay in Salamanca whenever I am in Madrid, but not on the posh streets. There are many smaller, down-to-earth, and very local streets in Salamanca and that's what I love about the area.
Great Videos! Enjoyed Spain when there is 2022 and looking forward to returning. You've covered many topics about Spanish life and culture, and it would be very interesting to see some other aspects such as where Spaniards shop for home goods (lumber, hardware, bath fixtures, etc.), furniture and art stores, sports venues, hiking trails, and other cool places locals go to on weekends. Cheers!
I am living near Plaza Olavide and Chamberi is the best of Madrid central neighborhoods. It is close to everything but in the meantime very relax. By the way congratulations for this video this is the most informative i've seen about Madrid
Amazing video! As one that have lived in many of these barrios for everything from a day to 9 months, and been in all them multiple times, over my a little more than 9 months living in Madrid, I would say that every single thing you said here was spot on! after seeing this video, with a clean mind, just listening to what you said, I would choose to live in Chamberi, and in real life, that's what I did! I would add a single thing though, that Chamberi is in fact walking distance to the center, especially if you're talking about the southern 1/3 specifically. I lived close to quevedo station, and from there it's 35min walking to Puerta del Sol, accoirding to Google Maps, and I could do it in 27min, if I was in a hurry / late as usual. But the city already starts in Malasaña, which is less than 15min walking away. So especially after talking about walking 45min from the center of Salamanca. Then you could at least have mentioned the 35min walk to Sol, just to not make it sound like it was even further away.
Last year we were in Chamberi, a short stroll to the Parque Olivade. Our One Shot Luchana hotel was smack by the Bilbao metro that took us to Puerta del Sol. We loved that neighborhood! The parque is fabulous, the hotel was excellent and we felt part of the community. Very safe and quiet, it fitted us perfectly.
I stayed in Hotel Francisco 1 en la Calle arenal on the corner of Calle de bordadores. Central location close walk to palacio/teatro real, plaza mayor, puerta de sol, y gran via!
James and Yoly! Fantastico! Great information and I will be using it extensively when I return next fall. James, hoping you will be having your class soon! On your waiting list. Looking forward to it!
Cannot say enough good about Catalonia Las Cortes hotel. The location was perfect, the accommodation was lovely, the area especially in Plaza de Santa Ana was wonderful (and had a few brilliant tapas bars within it). We still miss our time there.
Awesome Video, thanks. We recently enjoyed a fantastic two-week stay in Madrid! Our Airbnb, located near Cuatro Caminos, was the perfect choice. We loved the non-touristy atmosphere, and its convenient proximity to two metro stops with access to lines 1, 2, and 6 made getting around a breeze. It was just a short metro ride away from the city center and both train stations. We were so impressed that we will definitely be staying there again in the future.
Fantástico! Just what I was looking for. My wife and I have been in Madrid once in May (Salamanca neighborhood). This year (2024) I am planning to treat the whole family for Christmas and New Year’s in Madrid. Any changes from your recommendations based on a stay during the holidays? And yes, we plan to welcome the new year with “las 12 uvas”, just like we do in Puerto Rico 😊
Excellent video! It was great to see your take on the different Barrios. In a month during Sep-Oct 2022 I stayed in Madrid to learn if I'd like to retire there 6 months per year. It wasn't enough time! I brought my 8kg dog. She loved it but Madrid is not a dog friendly city.😢 Best, Chris, San Francisco, California
Such a great video! Thanks so much for this. P.S. it's always so funny to see the "This video" point at the end, when I have youtube suggestions turned off via DF youtube extension ;)
We always stay at Axor Hotel Barajas… Close to the airport . We drive 6 hrs from Galicia the day before our flight.. We can walk around the corner to the Centro Comercial Plenilunio.. a huge mall with lots of restaurants!
I just got back from Spain and I stayed at Latroupe Prado near Atocha. The location was really ideal for being so close to the station. It was still close to alot of attractions just to the north. I made a youtube video showing my experience staying and walking from the Hostel!!
By far the best informative video on madrid i have come across . Planning to visit in April 2024 with my family. We are a pure vegetarian so please suggest which is the best area to stay from where we can easily access to vegetarian food
All wonderful places. One area not mentioned was Pacifico. Just south of Retiro, a quick walk to Centro and close to Atocha. Not touristy - a wonderful, working neighborhood. Good value restaurants and bars (shoutout to Micasita Buvette wine bar, Bodegas Casas), museums Panteón de España and the Fundación Real Fábrica de Tapices. The Metro line 1 gets you fast access into all of Centro (and even up to Chamartin train station if Atocha isn't your stop) and the Circulo does what it does best. My impression is that this barrio is a bit cooler and breezier (wind coming down the hill from Retiro), which might be great if you're here during the warm months (which might be anytime; January and February had even locals commenting on the crazy warmth).
This vid is a bit late for us, we were in Madrid last month, we stayed at the Hostal Central Palace with a room overlooking the royal palace, one of the best outlooks ever.
Yoli y James, Otra vez gracias para un video buenisimo que me trae muchos recuerdos. Era estudiante en Madrid 1974-1975. Vivi en un piso de la calle Nicasio Gallego en el sur de Chamberi. Era un barrio muy bueno con metro, restaurantes, cines, tiendas, bares, etc. Me alegro saber que Malasana y Chueca han vuelto a ser sitios seguros para todos. Yo solia bajar por Fuencarral o Hortaleza a esos barrios para comer al mediodia. Habia bastante restaurantes barratos con menu de dia a 15 pesetas! Cuando volvi a Madrid en 1981 or 1982, baje por Fuencarral hacia la Gran Via y encontre drogadictos, semi-desnudos, sentados por las acera con jeringas en los brazos. Me astuto mucho. De hoteles, recomiendo tambien el Atlantico en la Gran Via. Me alojaba alli varias veces y mis sobrinas estuvieron alli tambien.
Hotel wise I have always stayed at the Riu in Plaza España. We just like the view and the rooftop bar (we need a video on rooftop bars please) I Airbnb in Goya in October and it felt too far from everything.
I lived in Goya for a year (conde de penalver, theee blocks away from el Corte inglés Goya) and I really liked it because it was just locals and you have plenty options to move around.
@@juanbarrio5157 I stayed by Principe de Vergara and Jorge Juan. Loved the neighborhood. Everything that we needed was close by. I would not mind living in the area but as a tourist on vacation it was a bit far from the things we wanted to do. I did like that Retiro was very close.
James, thank you so much for your content. You've never led us astray with your recs! Last night I became obsessed with Huevos rotos con jamón y habitas! I looked for quite a while for the video where you give a recommendation. Cayou please tell me a good ppaeto find them? Only one night inadronext week and I'm on a a mission. Thanks so much as always.
We always stay at Hotel Preciados(steps away from Santo Domingo metro) which has the fabulous Cafe Varela. It's not the cheapest and we stay there in part because of the location and because hubby insists on staying there when we're in Madrid. And for the GREAT customer service all around!! The last time we were there they had a fantastic breakfast buffet in the restaurant.
As usual a great, informative video. However you didn't mention La Prosperidad. It's where I am from. I know it's a administrative area, but is it a good area to visit nowadays.
During one of my visits to Madrid (2018), I stayed at the Marriott AC Avenida de America in the adjacent La Guindarela neighborhood. Loved walking around Prosperidad. Great older buildings. It felt like being a local in a bygone era.
Agree with the Chamberi recommendations. Was there in April/May. Fabulous neighbourhood, fabulous food, fabulous people. No offence but I find Lavapies downright scary. Was there a few years ago and I felt very unsafe. And during the day. Sorry.
So, for a foreigner travelling there for the first time, you'd recommend staying either in Puerta del Sol and/or Los Austrias? I'll be visiting there for the first time in November of this year. We are staying 4 days and then taking a train to Barcelona.
Does the season matter in your recommendations? We've visited Madrid before, but this will be our first time in December. We've seen all the major tourist things (museums, palace, etc). Mostly just looking for Christmas light displays, walkable neighborhoods and parks, and a more relaxing (car-free) few days. What do you think?
Great video y’all! Is Puerta Del Angel a good safe area to live in ? I am looking into moving to Madrid to teach English there and I’ve noticed the rent is lower in Puerta Del Ángel, thanks in advance !
I just recently discovered your channel and website as we are planning to visit Spain in March 2024. I love you guys! Your videos are adorable and informative, well crafted, and very fun. We will be three nights in la Latina in Madrid, then we booked four nights in the Mosteiro Santo Estevo de Ribas de Sil. I wanted to try a parador on this trip and your video sold me. After that a couple of nights near Santander and then three or four nights in the Basque country. That's our plan. We are American so we will rent a car and drive everywhere. My wife and I will be joined by our daughter and her boyfriend. We are all 'foodies' and we are very excited about returning to Spain. I bought your Madrid Revealed Guide this morning and it looks fantastic. So this is a big shout out and thank you for what you're doing. A million thanks. Best wishes.
A lot of people watch videos with subtitles for a variety of reasons, especially on a semi dual language channel I think its important to get them right. @3:13 the subtitles are " it's a fun start to get your ( speaks Spanish) ". I would say this channel generally does well, just an obvious error there.
We stayed in Chamberi, and it was the perfect mix. We mostly walked into the centre, 25 minutes, and it was a cheap Uber home when we got out of a play late.
We love Madrid. As New Yorkers, it always feels like home. One barrio that I've come to like is Pacifico. It is a bit off the beaten path, but not touristy at all and very quiet. We love to walk and are metro savvy, so it's easy to get around. Of course, one pro tip, if you are renting an apt, be sure it's not near the trash/recycling bins. The glass bins, when picked up make a lot of noise. Thanks for the video.
We stayed at the Riu Plaza Espana on Gran Via...was a perfect location. Everything was walkable....and then took a cab to see the sacred Bernabeu (Real Madrid's stadium). Also tried some of the tapas bars recommened here and were not disappointed. Loved, loved, loved Madrid!
We followed your hotel advice and it was wonderful. Thank you for mentioning this hotel!
That is a LOT of wonderful, well-presented information! Loved Yoly cracking up over her amazing speed reading! I think this video is exactly what folks need and enjoy(!) viewing when preparing to visit an unfamiliar city! Thanks, you guys!❤
Glad you enjoyed it!
Once again, wonderful advice and editing! One thing I want to mention (maybe you have covered this before) is not a place to stay but to visit in Madrid: The Museum of the Americas. Most people don't know about this nor is it much advertised. I think everyone (yes, I think as in my personal opinion) should visit, especially if one is from any area of "The Americas". Five floors of plunder and bizzare/humerous juxtaposition/curation. I spent 4 hours there. Background, I am from California and the Conquistador Missionary presence is all over the place here on the entire coast. It was amazing to see this and also see how incredible these guys were at hand measure and drawing pretty acurate cartography. Most people have no idea that they explored this entire side of the Pacific Rim, all the way up to Alaska (it's there in the museum). Love you guys!
Good to know that someone makes the effort to look at the 'not-all-negative' side of Spain's exploration & cultural legacy in The America's. I believe even in Spain very few people have visited that museum, neither from the ones that claim Spain's conquista was all positives (conservative parties), and even less from the side which are most self-critical about our past history with the original native people's over there (left).
Good to know that someone makes the effort to look at the 'not-all-negative' side of Spain's exploration & cultural legacy in The America's. I believe even in Spain very few people have visited that museum, neither from the ones that claim Spain's conquista was all positives (conservative parties), and even less from the side which are most self-critical about our past history with the original native people's over there (left).
Good to know that someone makes the effort to look at the 'not-all-negative' side of Spain's exploration & cultural legacy in The America's. I believe even in Spain very few people have visited that museum, neither from the ones that claim Spain's conquista was all positives (conservative parties), and even less from the side which are most self-critical about our past history with the original native people's over there (left).
I just saw your comment while watching this video. I can't believe I missed the Museo of the Americas on my trip to Madrid. I'm a big history buff, and I'll definitely visit this museum on my next trip there.
@@alfredosenalle9284 It's a bit farther out of the center, near the University. Absolutely worth taking the time to see this. Lot's of gold figures that are...ahem...en flagrant and amazing ceramics, clothing and even Klingit artifacts
This is one of my favourite videos you’ve done. The information about where to go in Madrid was great. I’d love to see similar videos on Barcelona, Seville, Granada, Ronda, Leon, etc. Thanks.
Thank you! Good to know!
Thank you. I love the country of Spain and especially Flamenco music.
Hola amigos!!! Me encantan tus vídeos! Hecho muchísimo de menos 🇪🇸…especialmente la comida!!!
My mom is Spanish (de Huelva) and my dad American. I was born at Torrejón Air Force base and lived in Alcala de Henares for 16 yrs. Thanks for the videos! 💖
I can't believe you've missed places at Moncloa...
In front of Príncipe Pío's Station/Mall is the Acta Madfor Hotel (Paseo De La Florida, 13).
You have the Royal Palace, La Almudena, Manzanares River and Ferraz next door.
Plus a bunch of restaurants and shops and a nice park where you can even watch movies...
Acta Madfor- three stars hotel.
Been there twice.
Highly recommended.
My in-laws live just at the other side of Retiro park, in the Ibiza neighbourhood. Such a brilliant location. It's got all the shops one would need, but isn't touristy at all. Cross the Retiro (15 minute walk) and you're in the city center. If I win the lottery, I'll buy an apartment there ^^
Wonderful video, great information! My wife and I visited Madrid in the spring of 2023 and loved it so much, we are going back in the spring of 2024. This video shows that there is so much more to see and do. Can't wait!!
I visited Madrid for a few days back in 2019, and I can't wait to go back armed with all this great information!! Thank you both for another great video!
Lavapies is wonderful. They have this festival called Tapapies, where you can have a tapa and a drink for € 3 at a lot of restaurants.
I also liked Chueca, but beware of the hangover the next day if you go out here. The mixed drinks are very strong in Madrid!
Love Tapapies!
Great video! Just in time as I prepare to work on an article about Madrid. Also hoping to get there in February… do you have any videos about winter travel to Madrid (or Spain in general)?
We love the AC Hotel Aitana near Bernabeu. Nice area, Metro is easily accessible and plenty of restaurants nearby.
Good to know!
Just got to know your videos. Good insights of where to stay and where to take the metro for my trip to Madrid in April. Thank you. ❤
Great video you two! It brought back so many happy memories of the many years I spent in Madrid! I spent most of time in Chamberi but my favorite barrio was La Latina where I cut my teeth learning the catering trade in a restaurant called El Malandrin on calle Cava Alta. I then opened my own Indian tapas restaurant" in Chueca and I also really love that barrio. I think you've chosen the best parts of Madrid and you've really captured the feel of the city. The thing I loved best about Madrid was that it is really two cities in one, day time and night time Madrid and it is without a doubt one the best cities in the world for night life. How about La Candela flamenco bar in Lavapies is that still going?I used to love the warm atmosphere there on cold winter nights, listening to brilliant flamenco! Te echo de menos Madrid, gracias!
We have been to Madrid only a few times, and I feel like we are still just getting to know it, outside of the very touristy center. This helps a lot! We will be settling in Malaga late next year and plan to get to know more of Madrid, thanks to the wonderful high speed rail connection. Thanks again, Yoli and James!
I love Lavapies. My grandmother lived there until she died and mí papa grew up there.
For anyone considering a stay in Chamberi, I highly recommend Hotel Sardinero Madrid. I stayed there in 2022 and I'm booked there for next September, if you can, book a room with a terrace.
Nice hotel but no 2 beds with the terrace 😞one bed only
@@SCLana I booked the premium terrace a couple of months ago, was lucky to get it.
@@SCLana but if you ask, maybe they can accommodate you
Great hotel el Sardinero. Stayed there before.
Thanks, just booked it!
Thank you for making video that are both helpful and informative!
Yes the double bed rooms, ahhh. Good tips for Europe :)
Thanks a lot for making this video adjusted to the diverse audience you have. It was really great to hear not only about party places of Madrid but also quite one that can suit families with kids!🎉
Big thank you Yoly and James for taking the time to prepare this video. My favourite neighbourhood is Salamanca, easy to get from Atocha, and to walk around Retiro. But all the other neighbourhoods mentioned worth a visit. ❤
Thank you so much for this video! It's so detailed with local recommendations, which are not just the usual spots everyone goes to-that would be so boring! After Barcelona, I will be taking the train to Madrid-my friend helped me buy the cheap train tickets! It feels like my trip to Spain is constantly being guided by kind people-looking forward to my journey in Spain🇪🇸
Hello! First of all, thank you for all you're doing, it's very useful for us, tourists from abroad. :)
Second, I have an suggestion for you: Can you make a video dedicated to accessibility in Madrid (or other cities as well)? I am a wheelchair user and it would be very helpful if people like me would have an overview of which metro stops are accessible, how to book accessibility public transport tickets, which hotels are best equipped for people with disabilities, if there are any discounts in museums or other sites for people with reduced mobility, etc.
I know that this might not be the area that you're primarly focusing on, but maybe if there was somebody who can help you with such content, it would be very nice and helpful, indeed.
Keep up the good work, greetings from Slovakia. :)
Hi Adam! Thank you for that. That's a great idea. I can't make any promises, but I will make a note.
@@spainrevealed awesome to read! Muchas gracias!
We are required by law to have aacesability for wheelchair users in every restaurant, bar, museum, hotels... You'll have a great time here! Just keep in mind that there are some mid to heavy slopes all around the city center, my only suggestion would be to wait for spring. Anímate!
great idea Adam...i cannot tell you how many stairs i encountered getting to my room at hotels., especially in older buildings..i only had a sprained ankle and it gave me a new appreciation for accessiblility issues in Spain in general
I am going to Madrid at the end of the month. This helps.
I was in Madrid last month is fantaaaastic its like a mix between a european great city and NYC. Greetings from Miami. Salamanca district is wonderfull and Chamberi.
Just visited Madrid, and you must add Jardines de Sabatini to your list. Moderately priced, perfect location next to the Palace, beautiful Palace views day or night and especially awesome terrace view of the palace at night. The people who run it are awesome as well. Absolutely should be on your list !!!
I almost always stay in Salamanca whenever I am in Madrid, but not on the posh streets. There are many smaller, down-to-earth, and very local streets in Salamanca and that's what I love about the area.
Good point!
Stayed at the Relais & Chateau Hotel Orfila in Chamberi and it was fantastic! Highly recommend 👍
Great Videos! Enjoyed Spain when there is 2022 and looking forward to returning. You've covered many topics about Spanish life and culture, and it would be very interesting to see some other aspects such as where Spaniards shop for home goods (lumber, hardware, bath fixtures, etc.), furniture and art stores, sports venues, hiking trails, and other cool places locals go to on weekends. Cheers!
Love the helpful content, keep it up guys
I am living near Plaza Olavide and Chamberi is the best of Madrid central neighborhoods. It is close to everything but in the meantime very relax. By the way congratulations for this video this is the most informative i've seen about Madrid
Another nice and informative video guys - well done.
Last summer I stayed at Hotel Europa in Puerto del Sol. Nice hotel and staff, and walkable to so many of the things one would want to see in Madrid.
Amazing video! As one that have lived in many of these barrios for everything from a day to 9 months, and been in all them multiple times, over my a little more than 9 months living in Madrid, I would say that every single thing you said here was spot on!
after seeing this video, with a clean mind, just listening to what you said, I would choose to live in Chamberi, and in real life, that's what I did!
I would add a single thing though, that Chamberi is in fact walking distance to the center, especially if you're talking about the southern 1/3 specifically.
I lived close to quevedo station, and from there it's 35min walking to Puerta del Sol, accoirding to Google Maps, and I could do it in 27min, if I was in a hurry / late as usual.
But the city already starts in Malasaña, which is less than 15min walking away.
So especially after talking about walking 45min from the center of Salamanca. Then you could at least have mentioned the 35min walk to Sol, just to not make it sound like it was even further away.
Would you be able to do a video on vegetarian and vegan food places in Madrid?! Would love to see one!
my lovely city, Madrid
Last year we were in Chamberi, a short stroll to the Parque Olivade. Our One Shot Luchana hotel was smack by the Bilbao metro that took us to Puerta del Sol. We loved that neighborhood! The parque is fabulous, the hotel was excellent and we felt part of the community. Very safe and quiet, it fitted us perfectly.
I'm glad you enjoyed the barrio :)
Keep making like this, and you'll become one of Spain's most famous people. I love you💙
I stayed in Hotel Francisco 1 en la Calle arenal on the corner of Calle de bordadores. Central location close walk to palacio/teatro real, plaza mayor, puerta de sol, y gran via!
Stunningly helpful video! Thank you so much indeed!
James and Yoly! Fantastico! Great information and I will be using it extensively when I return next fall. James, hoping you will be having your class soon! On your waiting list. Looking forward to it!
Cannot say enough good about Catalonia Las Cortes hotel. The location was perfect, the accommodation was lovely, the area especially in Plaza de Santa Ana was wonderful (and had a few brilliant tapas bars within it). We still miss our time there.
Awesome Video, thanks. We recently enjoyed a fantastic two-week stay in Madrid! Our Airbnb, located near Cuatro Caminos, was the perfect choice. We loved the non-touristy atmosphere, and its convenient proximity to two metro stops with access to lines 1, 2, and 6 made getting around a breeze. It was just a short metro ride away from the city center and both train stations. We were so impressed that we will definitely be staying there again in the future.
Can you kindly share the URL for the air b and b with us? My wife and I plan to visit Madrid next April. Cheers!
Great video and info ! I spent a lot of time time in Spain while in the Navy? One of my top 3 countries 😊🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Pubertal del sol and hotel Francisco I served me well. Many metro stops and start of many nice walks
Gracias this video its a treasure.....l am saving it to watch it again.....keep up the good work...NY...
Very 'good to know' information.
Thank you J & Y❤❤
Perfect video, saved it for our next trip to Spain! Thanx so much, it's really to the point guys!
Wish this video came out when I book,anyways very helpful when I visit soon
Fantástico! Just what I was looking for. My wife and I have been in Madrid once in May (Salamanca neighborhood). This year (2024) I am planning to treat the whole family for Christmas and New Year’s in Madrid. Any changes from your recommendations based on a stay during the holidays? And yes, we plan to welcome the new year with “las 12 uvas”, just like we do in Puerto Rico 😊
Excellent video!
It was great to see your take on the different Barrios.
In a month during Sep-Oct 2022 I stayed in Madrid to learn if I'd like to retire there 6 months per year. It wasn't enough time!
I brought my 8kg dog. She loved it but Madrid is not a dog friendly city.😢
Best,
Chris, San Francisco, California
Hope you can make it back :)
Such a great video! Thanks so much for this.
P.S. it's always so funny to see the "This video" point at the end, when I have youtube suggestions turned off via DF youtube extension ;)
Haha that’s true! Glad you enjoyed it
Such an amazing video! 🎉 Is Retiro a good neighborhood to stay? I love the grande parque de El Retiro! 😮
Amazing video, very informative
We always stay at Axor Hotel Barajas… Close to the airport . We drive 6 hrs from Galicia the day before our flight.. We can walk around the corner to the Centro Comercial Plenilunio.. a huge mall with lots of restaurants!
Thanks for the tips!
Love Madrd can’t wait to go back. Casa Lucio is a great spot for dinner.
Thank you. I really enjoy your channel and approach to travel and exploring.
I just got back from Spain and I stayed at Latroupe Prado near Atocha. The location was really ideal for being so close to the station. It was still close to alot of attractions just to the north. I made a youtube video showing my experience staying and walking from the Hostel!!
By far the best informative video on madrid i have come across .
Planning to visit in April 2024 with my family.
We are a pure vegetarian so please suggest which is the best area to stay from where we can easily access to vegetarian food
I am from India
All wonderful places. One area not mentioned was Pacifico. Just south of Retiro, a quick walk to Centro and close to Atocha. Not touristy - a wonderful, working neighborhood. Good value restaurants and bars (shoutout to Micasita Buvette wine bar, Bodegas Casas), museums Panteón de España and the Fundación Real Fábrica de Tapices. The Metro line 1 gets you fast access into all of Centro (and even up to Chamartin train station if Atocha isn't your stop) and the Circulo does what it does best. My impression is that this barrio is a bit cooler and breezier (wind coming down the hill from Retiro), which might be great if you're here during the warm months (which might be anytime; January and February had even locals commenting on the crazy warmth).
This vid is a bit late for us, we were in Madrid last month, we stayed at the Hostal Central Palace with a room overlooking the royal palace, one of the best outlooks ever.
I'm glad it was a good fit!
Yoli y James, Otra vez gracias para un video buenisimo que me trae muchos recuerdos. Era estudiante en Madrid 1974-1975. Vivi en un piso de la calle Nicasio Gallego en el sur de Chamberi. Era un barrio muy bueno con metro, restaurantes, cines, tiendas, bares, etc. Me alegro saber que Malasana y Chueca han vuelto a ser sitios seguros para todos. Yo solia bajar por Fuencarral o Hortaleza a esos barrios para comer al mediodia. Habia bastante restaurantes barratos con menu de dia a 15 pesetas! Cuando volvi a Madrid en 1981 or 1982, baje por Fuencarral hacia la Gran Via y encontre drogadictos, semi-desnudos, sentados por las acera con jeringas en los brazos. Me astuto mucho. De hoteles, recomiendo tambien el Atlantico en la Gran Via. Me alojaba alli varias veces y mis sobrinas estuvieron alli tambien.
Hotel wise I have always stayed at the Riu in Plaza España. We just like the view and the rooftop bar (we need a video on rooftop bars please) I Airbnb in Goya in October and it felt too far from everything.
I lived in Goya for a year (conde de penalver, theee blocks away from el Corte inglés Goya) and I really liked it because it was just locals and you have plenty options to move around.
@@juanbarrio5157 I stayed by Principe de Vergara and Jorge Juan. Loved the neighborhood. Everything that we needed was close by. I would not mind living in the area but as a tourist on vacation it was a bit far from the things we wanted to do. I did like that Retiro was very close.
@@ExhaustedNYer retiro, las ventas, paseo de la castellana (where the museums are) but I get what you mean.
Great information, yet again! Thank you!!!
James, thank you so much for your content. You've never led us astray with your recs! Last night I became obsessed with Huevos rotos con jamón y habitas! I looked for quite a while for the video where you give a recommendation. Cayou please tell me a good ppaeto find them? Only one night inadronext week and I'm on a
a mission. Thanks so much as always.
Hello Tammy! Thanks for that. Hmmm I think La Castela does them
Be sure to book!
You can check the menu online
❤thanks great video Yoli and james …and so charming yoli again
how about a video on the night scenes of madrid
In las Letras, hotel Vicci SoHo had an amazing 2-bedroom suite for our family. Cheaper than two rooms.
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excellent quality video - very informative
This is going to be very valuable, very soon. 🤞 Thanks!
Thanks for sharing James & Yoly! 🙂❤
You bet!
Nice picture of tortilla de patatas at Casa Dani. I captured it well. You’re welcome 🤣
We always stay at Hotel Preciados(steps away from Santo Domingo metro) which has the fabulous Cafe Varela. It's not the cheapest and we stay there in part because of the location and because hubby insists on staying there when we're in Madrid. And for the GREAT customer service all around!! The last time we were there they had a fantastic breakfast buffet in the restaurant.
Glad to hear about your good experience there, my family and I will be staying there next week!
@@AlexM8910 Oh!! I hope you will love it like we do. We were there in May and it was another great experience. Enjoy!
You are the best ❤
As usual a great, informative video. However you didn't mention La Prosperidad. It's where I am from. I know it's a administrative area, but is it a good area to visit nowadays.
During one of my visits to Madrid (2018), I stayed at the Marriott AC Avenida de America in the adjacent La Guindarela neighborhood. Loved walking around Prosperidad. Great older buildings. It felt like being a local in a bygone era.
Agree with the Chamberi recommendations. Was there in April/May. Fabulous neighbourhood, fabulous food, fabulous people. No offence but I find Lavapies downright scary. Was there a few years ago and I felt very unsafe. And during the day. Sorry.
En el 2019, nos quedamos en los apartamentos de Cava Baja. Y nos encantó. Pero los precios subieron mucho
Can you suggest a good restaurant for celebrating Christmas Eve?
Your best video....
Thank you so much 😀
excellent video!
I like to stay at the Dear Hotel
It's near everything love Madrid
Thanks much! So helpful! ❤
So, for a foreigner travelling there for the first time, you'd recommend staying either in Puerta del Sol and/or Los Austrias? I'll be visiting there for the first time in November of this year. We are staying 4 days and then taking a train to Barcelona.
thank you for this awesome video!!
Nice tour
Have you done a vid on best places to stay in Barcelona ???
Not yet, would you like one?
@@spainrevealed yes, please :)
@@spainrevealed yea , going to Barcelona in April 2024. need a nice place for 3 days then off to Nice and Paris then back to Barcelona.
Does the season matter in your recommendations? We've visited Madrid before, but this will be our first time in December. We've seen all the major tourist things (museums, palace, etc). Mostly just looking for Christmas light displays, walkable neighborhoods and parks, and a more relaxing (car-free) few days. What do you think?
What a pleasure 🌹❤🌹
I love Madrid 👑🇪🇸🥇
Great video y’all! Is Puerta Del Angel a good safe area to live in ? I am looking into moving to Madrid to teach English there and I’ve noticed the rent is lower in Puerta Del Ángel, thanks in advance !
Great area!
How’s the weather there during late December through late January? And also any other cities I can visit via high speed rail for day trips ?
I just recently discovered your channel and website as we are planning to visit Spain in March 2024. I love you guys! Your videos are adorable and informative, well crafted, and very fun. We will be three nights in la Latina in Madrid, then we booked four nights in the Mosteiro Santo Estevo de Ribas de Sil. I wanted to try a parador on this trip and your video sold me. After that a couple of nights near Santander and then three or four nights in the Basque country. That's our plan. We are American so we will rent a car and drive everywhere. My wife and I will be joined by our daughter and her boyfriend. We are all 'foodies' and we are very excited about returning to Spain. I bought your Madrid Revealed Guide this morning and it looks fantastic. So this is a big shout out and thank you for what you're doing. A million thanks. Best wishes.
Thank you!
A lot of people watch videos with subtitles for a variety of reasons, especially on a semi dual language channel I think its important to get them right. @3:13 the subtitles are " it's a fun start to get your ( speaks Spanish) ". I would say this channel generally does well, just an obvious error there.
Phew - I’m glad you don’t know Chamberi too well😂 Nice reccs tho 😊
Can u explain how Chamberi as a neighborhood is? I will be visiting Madrid by the end of the month.
great video
Glad you enjoyed it!
Barceló Torre de Madrid! And Vincci Soho.