Spending the day at the pool of a downtown hotel, afternoons on terraces with views and air-conditioned expos. At Mi Casa Inn we recommend the best plans and experiences to spend the summer in Madrid.
The heat wave has exceeded historical records and Madrid is on fire. Even so, there are many options to enjoy the city and spend the summer better.
1. First of all: water, water and more water
Do not forget to carry a small bottle of water with you at all times. It is recommended to drink between 2 and 3 liters of water a day. You don’t have to wait until you are thirsty, because it comes when you are already dehydrated. If you do not like water, alternate with fruit juices.
2. Day in luxury pools without spending a lot of money
There is no better plan than a day pass at the pool of a hotel in Madrid. It allows you to spend the day on the terrace and in most of them you have access to a hammock and towels. Some hotels include a welcome drink or snack. Tip: take the opportunity to spend the day in one of these pools during the week, the rates are much better.
At the H10 Puerta de Alcalá hotel you can enjoy an incredible Brunch, admire the best views of the Retiro Park and take a dip in the pool on the terrace.
In the heart of Madrid’s Gran Via, the pool terrace is large (in this respect it surpasses many), and offers great views of Madrid. It has more than 120 sunbeds and a snack bar to have a drink or a snack while you spend the day.
Another good option to spend the day at the pool and forget you are in Madrid. To cool off in this outdoor rock oasis. They also have a restaurant on the terrace.
3. Summer Nights at the Sorolla Museum
A museum at night? This summer it is possible. Every Thursday, from July 20 to August 31, you can visit the Museum-House of the painter until 10:30 pm. If you book in advance, you can access a free guided tour of a beautiful and little known museum in Madrid.
4.Terraces with views and friends
A classic of Madrid that you can not miss. They claim to be the best views of Madrid, 360º and panoramic. You only have to book if you go to the restaurant.
A terrace with an air of southern Spain, pescaíto, rumbita and flamenco. Attention, you have to book before going.
It is said that there is a secret bar on the terrace of the tenth floor of this building in Gran Via. A spectacular space to enjoy their cocktails. On Gran Vía 31, on the rooftop of the Hyatt Centric.
5. Summer Cinema at the Reina Sofía
Don’t know what to do with so much heat in July and August nights in Madrid? The Reina Sofía museum has organized a summer film season. In the garden of the Sabatini building, on Fridays and Saturdays in July and August. A film series dedicated to vampires, witches and other special beings. If you like monsters and witches, you know what to do this summer. Tickets are free, but you have to book them before they sell out.
