The history of the city of Madrid

If you are a tourist who wants to travel to the center of the capital of Spain, we recommend you stay in one of our cheap hotels, such as the B&B Hotel Madrid Centro Plaza Mayor. On your trip to Madrid, you will learn about the contemporary history of this city and better understand its culture and traditions. But before your trip, at B&B Hotels we invite you to discover the most important historical events and monuments, so that you know the origins of this modern and cosmopolitan city.

The origins and history of Madrid

Whether you book your stay at the B&B Hotel Madrid Centro Fuencarral 52 or at another hotel in Madrid, sooner or later you will end up discovering the origins of the city, visiting some historical places such as the History Museum, the Municipal Museum or the Church of San José. In these places you will learn more about the civil war and the Franco dictatorship, the different conquests or the construction of the country through the centuries.

The beginning of the history of Madrid takes place in the 9th century, more specifically in the pre-Roman period, since recent archaeological excavations and the remains of a basilica demonstrate the probability of the presence of settlements. In fact, the name Madrid comes from an old construction during the Muslim era called mayrit, which was located near the location of the current Royal Palace next to the Manzanares River.

In 1085 Madrid ceased to belong to the Muslims and passed into the hands of the Christians, becoming part of the kingdom of Castile. After several events during the Middle Ages, during the reign of Felipe II in 1561, Madrid experienced great growth in size and population. Reign in which one of the great projects of the city took place, the construction of the Plaza Mayor.

After the death of Carlos II, the first Bourbons arrived, a time when Madrid reformed the neighborhoods and infrastructure throughout the country. During this stage of reconstruction, work began on some of today's Madrid icons, such as the Prado Museum or the Botanical Garden. The construction of different hospitals, lighting systems and a better urban layout also took place.

Book your stay in Madrid with B&B Hotels

When we talk about the historic construction of Madrid, we can mention different palaces, monuments and events that have occurred throughout the centuries, however the best way to discover them is to travel directly to this magnificent city. So you can rest comfortably after a day of sightseeing, we recommend our hotels located in the heart of Madrid.

Of all the hotels, we recommend the B&B Hotel Madrid Centro Plaza Mayor. This establishment is located near multiple fashion stores, restaurants and places of interest for tourists and for any Spaniard who wants to enjoy the culture of the city. In addition, we offer different services so that you can feel comfortable throughout your stay.

Free high-speed Wi-Fi internet connection, 24-hour reception or air conditioning, at B&B Hotels you will find the best services at a very affordable price. What are you waiting for? Book your stay now and get ready to enjoy Spanish history and culture!