The well-established Hotel Madrid is located in the main commercial area of Ponferrada, just 5 minutes' walk from the historic city centre. There are free newspapers and free Wi-Fi throughout. The rooms in Hotel Madrid Bierzo have TVs, telephones and full bathrooms with hairdryers. Many of them also have air conditioning. The restaurant serves traditional dishes from the Bierzo area, as well as other classic Spanish dishes. Guests can choose between a set menu and à la carte options. There is also a café, and a range of tapas bars can be found nearby. The city of Ponferrada is on the Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage Route. It has easy access to the A6 Motorway and León is about 100 km away. The town's railway and bus stations are a 15-minute walk from the hotel.