Somosierra accommodation from NZ$100

The Las Casitas de Braojos is located 13 kilometres from the centre of Somosierra. Another option is the Hospedería de los Templarios, which is located 25 kilometres away. Two other hotel options include the Hotel Rural La Data and the La Posada de Gallegos.

You'd be a goose to head off without exploring all the other fabulous attractions on offer in Madrid. Madrid offers forests and rivers. Popular Madrid visitor draws include the old towns, historic palaces and war relics and monuments. Visitors in this region of Spain often enjoy mountain biking and hiking.

Buitrago del Lozoya is 18 kilometres to the south of Somosierra and is where you'll find the Picasso Museum and Buitrago City Walls. Buitrago del Lozoya hotels include the Las Posadas del Arroyo and Las Posadas del Nogal. Alternatively, you could stay in San Lorenzo de El Escorial, 75 kilometres to the southwest of Somosierra, where you can choose from the Hotel Florida and El Escorial Victoria Palace. If you're staying in San Lorenzo de El Escorial, set aside some time to check out the El Escorial, Valley of the Fallen and El Real Coliseo de Carlos III Theater.

Get your fix of local sport by taking a trip to The Magic Box, which is 85 kilometres to the south of Somosierra. Like to stay near the action? The Hotel Ganivet and the HRC Hotel could both be perfect.

Barajas Airport is the most frequently used airport for flying into and leaving Somosierra and is 75 kilometres drive from the heart of town. If you plan to stay nearby, try the TRYP Madrid Alcalá 611 Hotel or the NH Villa de Coslada.