1-3 Hours at Madrid-Barajas Airport
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Don't spend your airport downtime stuck at the gate. Relax, freshen up and enjoy a delicious meal when you have a few hours to spare at Madrid-Barajas Airport. Check out these great options for a 1-3 hour layover.
Freshen Up
Shower at Sala VIP Cibeles Lounge or Air RoomsFreshen up before catching your flight by using your airport downtime to take a shower at the airport. MAD has two shower options available to travelling passengers. The Sala VIP Cibeles Lounge offers complimentary shower facilities to lounge guests. The lounge is located on floor 2 of Terminal 1 and is open every day for 24 hours. Sanctifly premium members can use a Sanctify pass to access this lounge. You can find and book lounge (and shower) experiences over on the 'Facilities' tab. Air Rooms at MAD also offer shower facilities when you rent a room. These in airport guest rooms can be rented by travelers to relax, take a nap and freshen up with a shower. Toiletries and towels are provided. Please note Air Rooms are located out of the transit area so you will need to pass through security to access them. It is located in Terminal 1. Open daily for 24 hours.Get A Massage
Esenza by ShaTreat yourself while you wait for your flight with a relaxing massage of a refreshing facial. Esenza by SHA provides travelers with an all-round experience in which to enjoy treatments adapted to their time and needs. Melt away your travel stress and continue your journey feeling relaxed and energized.There are two locations in the airport one in Terminal 4 near Gates J55 and J54 and one in the satellite building, T4S near Gates S24 and S26. Open daily from 07:30 – 22:00.Grab A Quick Bite
Deli & CIAGrab a quick and healthy bite at Deli & CIA. This café and sandwich shop offers fresh and tasty quick snacks that you can take with you on the plane.It is located in Terminal 4 near boarding area H. Open daily from 06:30 – 21:30.Enjoy A Sit Down Meal
La MaryIf you have a bit more time to spare and want a filling and delicious meal head the La Mary Restaurant. This French-style bistro has a cosy yet elegant atmosphere and offers traditional dishes made from the freshest of ingredients.It is located in Terminal 4S on Floor 1. Open daily from 10:00 – 00:00.Luggage Storage
Left Luggage OfficeThere are multiple left luggage office locations throughout the airport.- Terminal 1, on the ground floor (open 24 hours)
- Terminal 2, on the first floor, landside (open 05:00 – 22:00)
- Terminal 4, on the ground floor, arrivals hall (open 24 hours)
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