Madrid
Europe · Spain
Best Months
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct
Rec. Nights
5 nights
Airports
MAD (Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas)
Avg. Cash
$80 - $874/night
Best Value
Overview
Madrid combines regal architecture with a fiercely modern energy. Michelin-starred restaurants sit beside century-old tabernas, and world-renowned art museums anchor neighborhoods packed with indie galleries and cocktail bars.
The Park Hyatt Madrid is consistently ranked among the finest hotels in the city. Marriott Bonvoy's Westin Palace Madrid and Hilton Honors cover both city center and business districts.
The Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums are within a 20-minute walk of each other. High-speed AVE trains connect Madrid to Barcelona in under three hours.
Cash vs Points
Hotels in Madrid range from $80 to $874 per night. Points redemptions offer 2.33+ cents per point value.
Points Hotel Recommendations
12 properties in Madrid bookable with points, sorted by value
| Hotel | Program | Check-in | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ibis Madrid Fuenlabrada | Accor | 4,042 | $93 | 2.3¢ | Apr 9 | |
Mercure Madrid Centro | Accor | 8,718 | $201 | 2.3¢ | Apr 8 | |
Hyatt Regency Hesperia Madrid | Hyatt | 15,000 | $324 | 2.2¢ | Apr 8 | |
Hyatt Regency Madrid Residences | Hyatt | 25,000 | $521 | 2.1¢ | Apr 8 | |
AC Hotel Ciudad de Toledo | Marriott | 19,000 | $339 | 1.8¢ | Apr 8 | |
Hampton by Hilton Alcobendas Madrid | Hilton | 35,000 | $364 | 1.0¢ | Apr 8 | |
AC Hotel Aitana | Marriott | 29,000 | $294 | 1.0¢ | Apr 8 | |
Ramada by Wyndham Madrid Getafe | Wyndham | 15,000 | $144 | 1.0¢ | Apr 8 | |
Ramada by Wyndham Madrid Tres Cantos | Wyndham | 15,000 | $110 | 0.7¢ | Apr 9 | |
Crowne Plaza Madrid Centre Retiro | IHG | 48,000 | $337 | 0.7¢ | Apr 8 | |
Urso Hotel & Spa, an SLH Hotel | Hilton | 90,000 | $620 | 0.7¢ | Apr 8 | |
voco Madrid - Las Tablas | IHG | 56,950 | $347 | 0.6¢ | Apr 8 |
Affiliate Disclosure: Some links on this site are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us keep the site running and continue providing free travel points advice.
Transfer Points Strategy
Find the best transfer path for your credit card points
If you have ALL Points:
Ibis Madrid Fuenlabrada
If you have Points:
Hyatt Regency Hesperia Madrid
If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:
AC Hotel Ciudad de Toledo
If you have Hilton Honors Points:
Hampton by Hilton Alcobendas Madrid
If you have Points:
Ramada by Wyndham Madrid Getafe
If you have IHG One Rewards Points:
Crowne Plaza Madrid Centre Retiro
How to Earn Points for This Trip
The best hotels in Madrid use Accor Live Limitless (ALL), World of Hyatt, Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors, Wyndham Rewards, and IHG One Rewards points. Here’s how to earn them:
IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card
IHG
$99
Annual Fee
140,000 IHG One Rewards points — transfers earns IHG One Rewards points directly
- 140K bonus points — enough for 3-5 free nights at many IHG properties
- Earn 26x total at IHG properties and 5x on travel, dining, and gas
- 4th night free on IHG award stays (saves 25% on 4-night bookings)
Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card
Hilton
$150
Annual Fee
130,000 Hilton Honors points — transfers earns Hilton Honors points directly
- Automatic Hilton Honors Gold status
- Earn 12x at Hilton properties, 6x at restaurants and supermarkets
- Free weekend night reward after $15K in calendar year spending
Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card
Hilton
$550
Annual Fee
175,000 Hilton Honors points — transfers earns Hilton Honors points directly
- Automatic Hilton Honors Diamond status (top tier)
- Earn 14x at Hilton properties, 7x on travel and dining
- Free weekend night reward annually + one after $60K spend
Bilt Mastercard®
Bilt
$0
Annual Fee
earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly — only card that earns points on rent — transfers 1:1 to all major hotels
- Earn 1x points on rent with no transaction fees (up to 100,000 pts/yr)
- Earn 3x on dining and 2x on travel
- Transfer 1:1 to Hyatt, Marriott, IHG, and Hilton
World of Hyatt Credit Card
Hyatt
$95
Annual Fee
60,000 Hyatt points + free night (Cat 1-4) — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly
- Earn 4x at Hyatt hotels and 2x on dining, travel, and gym memberships
- Free night certificate annually (Cat 1-4) worth up to $300+
- Automatic Discoverist elite status
Chase Sapphire Preferred®
Chase UR
$95
Annual Fee
75,000 Ultimate Rewards points — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly
- Earn 5x on travel through Chase Travel℠
- Earn 3x on dining, select streaming, and online groceries
- 1:1 transfer to Hyatt, Marriott, and IHG
Affiliate Disclosure: We may earn a commission when you apply through our links. This does not affect our recommendations or the price you pay. We independently evaluate every card based on transfer value and earning potential.
Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct
Getting There
MAD (Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas)
Visa & Entry
Check your country's requirements
Budget
From $80/night
Packing Essentials
Pack for the climate
Cultural Tips
Respect local customs
Ask AI About Madrid
Have questions about traveling to Madrid with points? Our AI advisor can help you plan the perfect trip, compare hotels, and find the best value redemptions.
Ask Travy