The 138-room H10 Puerta de Alcala (formerly the NH Alcala) is an upscale property with an excellent location in the exclusive Salamanca neighborhood. It’s half a block from beautiful Retiro Park and the metro, and is near attractions, dining, and great shopping. It was completely renovated in 2016 and has a modern, stylish finish. Rooms are fresh, and come with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Some have furnished balconies with nice views. The highlight here is the rooftop terrace with a plunge pool and bar offering spectacular panoramic views of the city. There's another bar in the lobby, and a restaurant as well. Travelers who prefer more traditional digs could check out the Gran Melia Fenix, a historic property with classic decor.
The 138-room H10 Puerta de Alcala (formerly the NH Alcala) is an upscale property with an excellent location in the exclusive Salamanca neighborhood. It’s half a block from beautiful Retiro Park and the metro, and is near attractions, dining, and great shopping. It was completely renovated in 2016 and has a modern, stylish finish. Rooms are fresh, and come with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Some have furnished balconies with nice views. The highlight here is the rooftop terrace with a plunge pool and bar offering spectacular panoramic views of the city. There's another bar in the lobby, and a restaurant as well. Travelers who prefer more traditional digs could check out the Gran Melia Fenix, a historic property with classic decor.
The 115-room Hotel Villa Real boasts a great, central location just a few blocks from Sol and many major attractions. The hotel is a solid option for tourists -- and particularly families. Not only does it have hip restaurant that provides a kids menu, it also offer rooms with layouts convenient for families, and has numerous connecting rooms. The rooms, however, aren't as impressive as one may expect from a luxury hotel. They have eclectic style that blends modern and antique pieces, but most have two beds pushed together with thin comforters rather than duvets, and the furniture shows wear. Rooms do have flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi access (the first hour is free). Hotel Villa Real also has a small on-site fitness center and business center, but those looking for a few more amenities (such as a pool and more dining options) may consider the nearby sister hotel, Hotel Urban.
The 115-room Hotel Villa Real boasts a great, central location just a few blocks from Sol and many major attractions. The hotel is a solid option for tourists -- and particularly families. Not only does it have hip restaurant that provides a kids menu, it also offer rooms with layouts convenient for families, and has numerous connecting rooms. The rooms, however, aren't as impressive as one may expect from a luxury hotel. They have eclectic style that blends modern and antique pieces, but most have two beds pushed together with thin comforters rather than duvets, and the furniture shows wear. Rooms do have flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi access (the first hour is free). Hotel Villa Real also has a small on-site fitness center and business center, but those looking for a few more amenities (such as a pool and more dining options) may consider the nearby sister hotel, Hotel Urban.
The luxury Gran Melia Fenix is a grand hotel with tasteful, classic decor and an excellent location in the upscale Salamanca neighborhood. It's attracted personalities such as The Beatles, Bill Clinton, Queen Noor of Jordan, and Cary Grant since the 1950s, and is often considered one of the top hotels in Madrid. The 203 sophisticated rooms all have king-size beds and pillow menus, plus some add luxe touches like Nespresso machines and walk-in closets. A fine-dining restaurant is well-reviewed, and the wood-paneled bar is popular among visitors and locals. There are an elegant Thai-style spa, a small but modern gym, and an executive level offering wonderful extras such as a private rooftop terrace and daily hors d’oeuvres. Travelers looking for a similar stay with generally lower rates should consider the historic Hotel Wellington.
The luxury Gran Melia Fenix is a grand hotel with tasteful, classic decor and an excellent location in the upscale Salamanca neighborhood. It's attracted personalities such as The Beatles, Bill Clinton, Queen Noor of Jordan, and Cary Grant since the 1950s, and is often considered one of the top hotels in Madrid. The 203 sophisticated rooms all have king-size beds and pillow menus, plus some add luxe touches like Nespresso machines and walk-in closets. A fine-dining restaurant is well-reviewed, and the wood-paneled bar is popular among visitors and locals. There are an elegant Thai-style spa, a small but modern gym, and an executive level offering wonderful extras such as a private rooftop terrace and daily hors d’oeuvres. Travelers looking for a similar stay with generally lower rates should consider the historic Hotel Wellington.
Located just blocks from all major attractions, the 470-room Westin Palace is one of the top luxury hotels in town, with decadent interiors and great on-site amenities. Rooms are large and elegant, and feature all the perks expected of a hotel in this price range, including big flat-screen TVs, minibars, top-notch beds with Frette linens, and marble bathrooms. Wi-Fi, however, is only free in higher-category rooms and suites. La Rotonda Restaurant is known among locals and visitors alike for its stunning stained-glass dome and Sunday brunch with opera performances, while Green T Sushi Bar and Asia Gallery serve up excellent Asian cuisine in beautiful spaces. The hotel is home to some of the best meeting spaces in Madrid, and salon services, parking, and a fitness room are available on-site. Travelers seeking a luxe but less pricey option should consider Hotel Wellington.
Located just blocks from all major attractions, the 470-room Westin Palace is one of the top luxury hotels in town, with decadent interiors and great on-site amenities. Rooms are large and elegant, and feature all the perks expected of a hotel in this price range, including big flat-screen TVs, minibars, top-notch beds with Frette linens, and marble bathrooms. Wi-Fi, however, is only free in higher-category rooms and suites. La Rotonda Restaurant is known among locals and visitors alike for its stunning stained-glass dome and Sunday brunch with opera performances, while Green T Sushi Bar and Asia Gallery serve up excellent Asian cuisine in beautiful spaces. The hotel is home to some of the best meeting spaces in Madrid, and salon services, parking, and a fitness room are available on-site. Travelers seeking a luxe but less pricey option should consider Hotel Wellington.
Madrid’s Hotel Villa Magna is a luxury 150-room escape in the city’s posh Salamanca enclave, a neighborhood of high-end boutiques, art galleries, and residences. Guest rooms are large and elegant, with a mix of contemporary and antique elements and a full array of high-end in-room features, like luxury Asprey bath products. The hotel also includes six chic dining and drinking destinations -- Restaurante Villa Magnum and Magnum Bar -- as well as an on-site fitness center and spa, but no pool. Guests who want a pool might want to consider the luxury Hotel Urban, which also has an impressive art collection and lower rates.
Madrid’s Hotel Villa Magna is a luxury 150-room escape in the city’s posh Salamanca enclave, a neighborhood of high-end boutiques, art galleries, and residences. Guest rooms are large and elegant, with a mix of contemporary and antique elements and a full array of high-end in-room features, like luxury Asprey bath products. The hotel also includes six chic dining and drinking destinations -- Restaurante Villa Magnum and Magnum Bar -- as well as an on-site fitness center and spa, but no pool. Guests who want a pool might want to consider the luxury Hotel Urban, which also has an impressive art collection and lower rates.
The upscale 45-room Only You Boutique Hotel Madrid combines the historic elegance and period detailing of a 19th-century palace with hip, fun, and well-executed modern touches. An added bonus: Its Chueca location means that tons of shops, restaurants, and bars are just outside the front door, and many sights are within walking distance. Rooms are lovely and trendy, but timeless, and some have spacious terraces. The restaurant gets good marks for its Mediterranean fare, and the cozy lounges are popular places for hanging out. There's an on-site gym and a homey library, plus meeting spaces that accommodate groups. As an alternative, the Jardin de Recoletos is another upscale boutique hotel with rooms that have kitchenettes at similar rates, though it lacks a beauty room and fg.
The upscale 45-room Only You Boutique Hotel Madrid combines the historic elegance and period detailing of a 19th-century palace with hip, fun, and well-executed modern touches. An added bonus: Its Chueca location means that tons of shops, restaurants, and bars are just outside the front door, and many sights are within walking distance. Rooms are lovely and trendy, but timeless, and some have spacious terraces. The restaurant gets good marks for its Mediterranean fare, and the cozy lounges are popular places for hanging out. There's an on-site gym and a homey library, plus meeting spaces that accommodate groups. As an alternative, the Jardin de Recoletos is another upscale boutique hotel with rooms that have kitchenettes at similar rates, though it lacks a beauty room and fg.
Located two blocks from Puerta del Sol, the 62-room Hotel Quatro Puerta del Sol is geared toward tourists planning to spend all day out exploring Madrid’s sights. There are no amenities whatsoever on-site, just a sunny breakfast room offering a varied buffet, but rooms are clean and contemporary, and feature solid amenities such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. This upper-middle-range hotel is housed in a historic building, and some quirks are to be expected, including some compact rooms with funky layouts. Those looking to stay a little farther away from the hustle and bustle may want to compare rates at Petit Palace Art Gallery, located in the upscale Salamanca neighborhood.
Located two blocks from Puerta del Sol, the 62-room Hotel Quatro Puerta del Sol is geared toward tourists planning to spend all day out exploring Madrid’s sights. There are no amenities whatsoever on-site, just a sunny breakfast room offering a varied buffet, but rooms are clean and contemporary, and feature solid amenities such as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. This upper-middle-range hotel is housed in a historic building, and some quirks are to be expected, including some compact rooms with funky layouts. Those looking to stay a little farther away from the hustle and bustle may want to compare rates at Petit Palace Art Gallery, located in the upscale Salamanca neighborhood.
The Hispano Argentino is a no-frills budget hostel in the heart of Madrid. The location on Gran Via is great for exploring the city on foot and public transportation is nearby. Rooms are small and come with flat-screen TVs and empty mini-fridges, but decor is dated and some guests complain about thin walls. The hotel does offer free Wi-Fi and all rooms have private bathrooms. A perk here is a nice covered terrace filled with greenery where guests can socialize in the evenings. Another nearby option is the charming Ada Palace, located across the street, offering more upscale rooms for similar prices.
The Hispano Argentino is a no-frills budget hostel in the heart of Madrid. The location on Gran Via is great for exploring the city on foot and public transportation is nearby. Rooms are small and come with flat-screen TVs and empty mini-fridges, but decor is dated and some guests complain about thin walls. The hotel does offer free Wi-Fi and all rooms have private bathrooms. A perk here is a nice covered terrace filled with greenery where guests can socialize in the evenings. Another nearby option is the charming Ada Palace, located across the street, offering more upscale rooms for similar prices.
A modern hotel with retro appeal in a 19th-century building, the Hotel Meninas is located in the heart of the entertainment and historic districts, not far from the Teatro Real, with everything from museums to clubs and restaurants within walking distance. The style is a mélange of new and old, with decorative accents like hot pink tables, original wooden staircases, and black-and-white photography. Rooms are a bit plainer than the common areas, though, and are awash in neutrals; however, they do have large windows (many with Juliet balconies), well-stocked minibars, and DVD players. Although the hotel is on a quiet street, the walls are thin and some guests complain of noise between rooms. There is free Wi-Fi in public areas and free wired Internet in rooms, as well as a fitness center on the top floor with city views and a sauna. Breakfast is served daily -- it's free for registered guests who book through the hotel's website -- and there's a bar/lounge where guests can grab a drink.
A modern hotel with retro appeal in a 19th-century building, the Hotel Meninas is located in the heart of the entertainment and historic districts, not far from the Teatro Real, with everything from museums to clubs and restaurants within walking distance. The style is a mélange of new and old, with decorative accents like hot pink tables, original wooden staircases, and black-and-white photography. Rooms are a bit plainer than the common areas, though, and are awash in neutrals; however, they do have large windows (many with Juliet balconies), well-stocked minibars, and DVD players. Although the hotel is on a quiet street, the walls are thin and some guests complain of noise between rooms. There is free Wi-Fi in public areas and free wired Internet in rooms, as well as a fitness center on the top floor with city views and a sauna. Breakfast is served daily -- it's free for registered guests who book through the hotel's website -- and there's a bar/lounge where guests can grab a drink.
The 64-room TOTEM Madrid is an upscale boutique hotel in the heart of Madrid's tony Salamanca neighborhood, within walking distance of great shopping, dining, and attractions like Retiro Park. The Serrano Metro station is nearby as well. Rooms are stylish, modern, and fresh, and are equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, premium bedding, and free Wi-Fi. Some have Nespresso coffeemakers and separate sitting areas. Dining in the Mediterranean restaurant gets good reviews, and the trendy bar is a popular hangout spot for drinks and light fare. The hotel is short on features, like most central Madrid properties, but it does have a small fitness center. Travelers who'd prefer a more classic, traditional hotel could check out the nearby Hotel Wellington, which adds a spa and outdoor pool plus seven dining options.
The 64-room TOTEM Madrid is an upscale boutique hotel in the heart of Madrid's tony Salamanca neighborhood, within walking distance of great shopping, dining, and attractions like Retiro Park. The Serrano Metro station is nearby as well. Rooms are stylish, modern, and fresh, and are equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, premium bedding, and free Wi-Fi. Some have Nespresso coffeemakers and separate sitting areas. Dining in the Mediterranean restaurant gets good reviews, and the trendy bar is a popular hangout spot for drinks and light fare. The hotel is short on features, like most central Madrid properties, but it does have a small fitness center. Travelers who'd prefer a more classic, traditional hotel could check out the nearby Hotel Wellington, which adds a spa and outdoor pool plus seven dining options.