The 127-room NH Madrid Suecia is a stylish upscale hotel located a short walk from many major attractions and public transport. Rooms are chic and contemporary, with a soft neutral palette, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Many have great city views, and a few have terraces, but some guests may find the open-floor bathrooms lacking in privacy. The hotel’s highlight is its seasonal rooftop pool, which offers panoramic city views and a good drinks menu. There is also a casual restaurant serving fresh Mediterranean cuisine, and a sexy lobby bar where business travelers can be seen holding small meetings or tapping away on their laptops. With just three machines and no natural light, the fitness center is disappointing. Travelers looking to stay in a more hopping area may want to consider the Only You Hotel Boutique Madrid.
The 127-room NH Madrid Suecia is a stylish upscale hotel located a short walk from many major attractions and public transport. Rooms are chic and contemporary, with a soft neutral palette, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Many have great city views, and a few have terraces, but some guests may find the open-floor bathrooms lacking in privacy. The hotel’s highlight is its seasonal rooftop pool, which offers panoramic city views and a good drinks menu. There is also a casual restaurant serving fresh Mediterranean cuisine, and a sexy lobby bar where business travelers can be seen holding small meetings or tapping away on their laptops. With just three machines and no natural light, the fitness center is disappointing. Travelers looking to stay in a more hopping area may want to consider the Only You Hotel Boutique Madrid.
Hostal Gala offers no-frills though clean and contemporary budget accommodation in the center of Madrid for single travelers or parties up to six. Rooms and apartments are basic but modern and nicely presented with air-conditioning and good showers -- though thin walls and noise might be an issue. The location is excellent for exploring the capital city on foot, and apartments provide good facilities for self-catering or longer stays. While rates aren't rock bottom, they are extremely good value for what you get and especially cheap if traveling in a group.
Hostal Gala offers no-frills though clean and contemporary budget accommodation in the center of Madrid for single travelers or parties up to six. Rooms and apartments are basic but modern and nicely presented with air-conditioning and good showers -- though thin walls and noise might be an issue. The location is excellent for exploring the capital city on foot, and apartments provide good facilities for self-catering or longer stays. While rates aren't rock bottom, they are extremely good value for what you get and especially cheap if traveling in a group.
The Catalonia Las Cortes is an upscale, 65-room hotel located in the popular Huertas neighborhood of central Madrid. This initially unassuming 18th-century palace has been beautifully restored and retains much of its elegant baroque-style interiors -- the suites' ceiling frescos are particularly striking. The location makes an excellent base for exploring the city with plenty, including the Prado, well within walking distance. Some rooms are prone to street noise, however. Rates are competitive for this caliber of hotel, but those who prefer a modern look to a historical feel may want to consider the similarly priced ME Madrid Hotel nearby.
The Catalonia Las Cortes is an upscale, 65-room hotel located in the popular Huertas neighborhood of central Madrid. This initially unassuming 18th-century palace has been beautifully restored and retains much of its elegant baroque-style interiors -- the suites' ceiling frescos are particularly striking. The location makes an excellent base for exploring the city with plenty, including the Prado, well within walking distance. Some rooms are prone to street noise, however. Rates are competitive for this caliber of hotel, but those who prefer a modern look to a historical feel may want to consider the similarly priced ME Madrid Hotel nearby.
Located in the heart of Madrid, Gran Via Capital is an upper-middle-range, apartment-style property catering to families and groups. Its 84 apartments range from spacious one-bedrooms to huge four-bedroom duplex units with large furnished terraces and great city views; all feature fully equipped kitchens, ample living areas with sofa beds, sleek bathrooms with rainfall showers, and floor-to-ceiling windows. A rooftop plunge pool offers panoramic views, and there is lots of comfortable seating in an adjacent lounge area. The 12th-floor gym has a handful of modern machines and huge windows, as well as a sauna and locker rooms. Travelers wanting the comfort of posh residential living with the conveniences of hotel amenities will be hard-pressed to find a better option in the area, but those on a tighter budget should compare rates with Eric Vokel Boutique Apartments – Atocha Suites.
Located in the heart of Madrid, Gran Via Capital is an upper-middle-range, apartment-style property catering to families and groups. Its 84 apartments range from spacious one-bedrooms to huge four-bedroom duplex units with large furnished terraces and great city views; all feature fully equipped kitchens, ample living areas with sofa beds, sleek bathrooms with rainfall showers, and floor-to-ceiling windows. A rooftop plunge pool offers panoramic views, and there is lots of comfortable seating in an adjacent lounge area. The 12th-floor gym has a handful of modern machines and huge windows, as well as a sauna and locker rooms. Travelers wanting the comfort of posh residential living with the conveniences of hotel amenities will be hard-pressed to find a better option in the area, but those on a tighter budget should compare rates with Eric Vokel Boutique Apartments – Atocha Suites.
The 113-room Hotel Madrid Centro is a mid-range property conveniently located within easy walking distance of major attractions such as Playa Mayor, Puerta del Sol, and the Royal Palace. Simple rooms feature functional (rather than stylish) decor, flat-screen TVs, large windows offering street views, and free Wi-Fi. Furniture and bathrooms are starting to show some wear and tear, but everything is kept clean and tidy, and some rooms have balconies. There are no full restaurant or bar here, but a tasty breakfast is available for a fee, and guests can grab drinks and snacks at the vending machines located in the first-floor common area. The fitness center is modern, light, and well-equipped. Travelers seeking something more stylish may prefer neighboring sister property Hotel Plaza España by Melia.
The 113-room Hotel Madrid Centro is a mid-range property conveniently located within easy walking distance of major attractions such as Playa Mayor, Puerta del Sol, and the Royal Palace. Simple rooms feature functional (rather than stylish) decor, flat-screen TVs, large windows offering street views, and free Wi-Fi. Furniture and bathrooms are starting to show some wear and tear, but everything is kept clean and tidy, and some rooms have balconies. There are no full restaurant or bar here, but a tasty breakfast is available for a fee, and guests can grab drinks and snacks at the vending machines located in the first-floor common area. The fitness center is modern, light, and well-equipped. Travelers seeking something more stylish may prefer neighboring sister property Hotel Plaza España by Melia.
Hotel Puerta America is known for its over-the-top design, from the colorful facade of the hotel to the rooms. Each of the 12 floors was executed by a different designer, and range from futuristic, space-like decor to sexy style with levitating beds and bold colors. This funky hotel offers free Wi-Fi. Hotel features include a hip on-site restaurant and a top floor bar with expansive views. While the location is great for business travelers -- less than 10 minutes from the airport -- leisure travelers might prefer to stay closer to the city center where famous sights are within walking distance.
Hotel Puerta America is known for its over-the-top design, from the colorful facade of the hotel to the rooms. Each of the 12 floors was executed by a different designer, and range from futuristic, space-like decor to sexy style with levitating beds and bold colors. This funky hotel offers free Wi-Fi. Hotel features include a hip on-site restaurant and a top floor bar with expansive views. While the location is great for business travelers -- less than 10 minutes from the airport -- leisure travelers might prefer to stay closer to the city center where famous sights are within walking distance.
The 273-room Melia Madrid Princesa is a luxury property located in a less touristy part of the city center, though still within walking distance of major attractions. Rooms are plush and modern, with all the amenities expected of a high-end hotel (free Wi-Fi, minibars, electric kettles, and top-quality beds), plus marble bathrooms with double sinks and rainfall showers. Upgraded Level rooms add perks such as Nespresso machines, and access to a lounge with free breakfast and all-day snacks and drinks. The restaurant serves well-reviewed Mediterranean and local cuisine, while the lobby bar offers smaller bites and cocktails in a stylish space. The full-service spa is pleasant, but access is only free for The Level guests. An adult-only indoor pool is also available. For something sleeker, consider the Only YOU Boutique Hotel Madrid, however it lacks a spa.
The 273-room Melia Madrid Princesa is a luxury property located in a less touristy part of the city center, though still within walking distance of major attractions. Rooms are plush and modern, with all the amenities expected of a high-end hotel (free Wi-Fi, minibars, electric kettles, and top-quality beds), plus marble bathrooms with double sinks and rainfall showers. Upgraded Level rooms add perks such as Nespresso machines, and access to a lounge with free breakfast and all-day snacks and drinks. The restaurant serves well-reviewed Mediterranean and local cuisine, while the lobby bar offers smaller bites and cocktails in a stylish space. The full-service spa is pleasant, but access is only free for The Level guests. An adult-only indoor pool is also available. For something sleeker, consider the Only YOU Boutique Hotel Madrid, however it lacks a spa.
The upper-middle-range Hotel Preciados VIP has a wonderful location in the heart of Madrid, between Sol and Gran Via. Clean, quiet, contemporary rooms have flat-screen TVs, safes, comfortable beds, and double-glazed windows to limit street noise. Nice touches include work desks, wood floors, and big bathrooms, some with soaking tubs. It's not cheap, but the location is hard to beat, and the price includes great freebies including minibar items restocked daily and Wi-Fi. Some rooms also have balconies with city views. The historic restaurant, once a meeting spot for famous 19th century poets and authors, serves traditional Spanish cuisine for a reasonable price -- and even has some outdoor seating.
The upper-middle-range Hotel Preciados VIP has a wonderful location in the heart of Madrid, between Sol and Gran Via. Clean, quiet, contemporary rooms have flat-screen TVs, safes, comfortable beds, and double-glazed windows to limit street noise. Nice touches include work desks, wood floors, and big bathrooms, some with soaking tubs. It's not cheap, but the location is hard to beat, and the price includes great freebies including minibar items restocked daily and Wi-Fi. Some rooms also have balconies with city views. The historic restaurant, once a meeting spot for famous 19th century poets and authors, serves traditional Spanish cuisine for a reasonable price -- and even has some outdoor seating.
Located next to the famous Plaza de España in one of the main commercial and leisure areas of Madrid, Senator Gran Via 70 Spa Hotel is a budget-value choice for tourists looking to be at the center of the action at a mid-sized hotel. The 168 guest units here are large and clean, though decor is a bit dated. Family rooms are ideal options for groups that include children. Additional amenities include a spa, roof-top hot tub, and theater that hosts some of the city's top comedians. Watch out for extra fees for breakfast, parking, premium Wi-Fi, and access to the spa.
Located next to the famous Plaza de España in one of the main commercial and leisure areas of Madrid, Senator Gran Via 70 Spa Hotel is a budget-value choice for tourists looking to be at the center of the action at a mid-sized hotel. The 168 guest units here are large and clean, though decor is a bit dated. Family rooms are ideal options for groups that include children. Additional amenities include a spa, roof-top hot tub, and theater that hosts some of the city's top comedians. Watch out for extra fees for breakfast, parking, premium Wi-Fi, and access to the spa.
The 399-room Hotel City House Florida Norte is an older mid-range hotel offering affordable rates and a good location across the street from the Royal Palace Gardens (though the Royal Palace itself is a 15-minute uphill walk away) and Principe Pio mall and metro station. Rooms are clean and feature great mattresses, simple decor in neutral hues, and great views (most), but complains of lacking maintenance are common, and amenities are subpar for a hotel that markets itself as a four-star property. With just a cafeteria-style restaurant, a business center, and a souvenir shop, the Florida Norte is better suited for travelers planning to spend little time on-site than for those seeking to make the most of their hotel stay. For a more modern hotel at a similar price point, travelers may prefer Ayre Gran Hotel.
The 399-room Hotel City House Florida Norte is an older mid-range hotel offering affordable rates and a good location across the street from the Royal Palace Gardens (though the Royal Palace itself is a 15-minute uphill walk away) and Principe Pio mall and metro station. Rooms are clean and feature great mattresses, simple decor in neutral hues, and great views (most), but complains of lacking maintenance are common, and amenities are subpar for a hotel that markets itself as a four-star property. With just a cafeteria-style restaurant, a business center, and a souvenir shop, the Florida Norte is better suited for travelers planning to spend little time on-site than for those seeking to make the most of their hotel stay. For a more modern hotel at a similar price point, travelers may prefer Ayre Gran Hotel.