Pros
- Central, walkable location near the Plaza Isabel II
- Most rooms have Juliet balconies
- Bathrooms are especially modern, with stone tile-work
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas; free wired Internet in rooms
- Fitness center features city views and a sauna
- 24-hour front desk and business center on-site, as well as meeting rooms
- Free breakfast (for those who book through the hotel website)
Cons
- Room walls are thin
- Room service has limited hours
- Rooms vary in size (some are notably small)
Bottom Line
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.
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Amenities
- Fitness Center
- Internet
Scene
An old-meets-new hotel in a 19th-century building
Located in a 19th-century building, the Hotel Meninas is decked out in a blend of modern and historic styles that range from original wooden staircases to hot pink tables in the breakfast room. Artsy statues, bold patterned wallpapers, neutral modern furniture, and a sleek front desk adorn the lobby, as do free newspapers; the airy sitting area has a cozy, family atmosphere. The breakfast room has blonde wood and antique furniture in bright colors, while most of the lobby feels a little more mature with its gray walls and subtle fabrics; some parts of the lobby do invoke a vintage aesthetic, with velvet chairs and bold pendant lamps. Thanks to its quieter location and more elegant common areas, the hotel tends to attract older tourists less interested in a trendy spot.
Location
Just off the Plaza Isabel II in downtown Madrid
The Hotel Meninas overlooks the Plaza Isabel II from its quiet side street in Madrid's historic entertainment district. Many of the city's top sights are within walking distance, including the Royal Theatre, Plaza de Oriente, Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, and Royal Palace, as are shops, restaurants, and public transportation. A rental car is only necessary if you plan to leave Madrid’s city center. The airport is accessible by public transportation. The hotel offers airport transfers and an area shuttle, both for a fee.
Rooms
Contemporary but plain, varying in size, with large windows and DVD players
Rooms at the Hotel Meninas vary in design and size (some being unfortunately small), but most are plain and clean-lined, with neutral hues and few pops of color. Some of the bedspreads, fake flower vases, and decorative bowls add color, but most of the rooms are outfitted in tans and browns. The vintage-inspired suede headboards and black and white art add a bit of style, and there are cozy armchairs for extra seating. Most rooms have large windows, and some have Juliet balconies. Air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, stocked minibars, and DVD players are included, and there both non-smoking and disability-accessible rooms available. Despite the ostensible sound-proofing, the walls are thin and many guests report noise from surrounding rooms. Bathrooms seem to be somewhat more modern than bedroom areas, with sleek gray stone tiling, modern chrome fixtures, bidets, toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers.
Features
Bar/lounge, fitness center with city views, and buffet breakfast that's free for some
At the Hotel Meninas, there’s an bar/lounge, breakfast room, 24-hour business center, and front desk. The buffet breakfast receives excellent reviews and, if you book directly through the hotel's website, it comes free with your stay. The fitness center is located on the top floor and boasts views of the city, as well as a sauna. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas and there’s free wired Internet in the rooms. Room and concierge services are available, although room service has limited hours.
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Scene
An old-meets-new hotel in a 19th-century building
Located in a 19th-century building, the Hotel Meninas is decked out in a blend of modern and historic styles that range from original wooden staircases to hot pink tables in the breakfast room. Artsy statues, bold patterned wallpapers, neutral modern furniture, and a sleek front desk adorn the lobby, as do free newspapers; the airy sitting area has a cozy, family atmosphere. The breakfast room has blonde wood and antique furniture in bright colors, while most of the lobby feels a little more mature with its gray walls and subtle fabrics; some parts of the lobby do invoke a vintage aesthetic, with velvet chairs and bold pendant lamps. Thanks to its quieter location and more elegant common areas, the hotel tends to attract older tourists less interested in a trendy spot.
Location
Just off the Plaza Isabel II in downtown Madrid
The Hotel Meninas overlooks the Plaza Isabel II from its quiet side street in Madrid's historic entertainment district. Many of the city's top sights are within walking distance, including the Royal Theatre, Plaza de Oriente, Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, and Royal Palace, as are shops, restaurants, and public transportation. A rental car is only necessary if you plan to leave Madrid’s city center. The airport is accessible by public transportation. The hotel offers airport transfers and an area shuttle, both for a fee.
Rooms
Contemporary but plain, varying in size, with large windows and DVD players
Rooms at the Hotel Meninas vary in design and size (some being unfortunately small), but most are plain and clean-lined, with neutral hues and few pops of color. Some of the bedspreads, fake flower vases, and decorative bowls add color, but most of the rooms are outfitted in tans and browns. The vintage-inspired suede headboards and black and white art add a bit of style, and there are cozy armchairs for extra seating. Most rooms have large windows, and some have Juliet balconies. Air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, stocked minibars, and DVD players are included, and there both non-smoking and disability-accessible rooms available. Despite the ostensible sound-proofing, the walls are thin and many guests report noise from surrounding rooms. Bathrooms seem to be somewhat more modern than bedroom areas, with sleek gray stone tiling, modern chrome fixtures, bidets, toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers.
Features
Bar/lounge, fitness center with city views, and buffet breakfast that's free for some
At the Hotel Meninas, there’s an bar/lounge, breakfast room, 24-hour business center, and front desk. The buffet breakfast receives excellent reviews and, if you book directly through the hotel's website, it comes free with your stay. The fitness center is located on the top floor and boasts views of the city, as well as a sauna. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas and there’s free wired Internet in the rooms. Room and concierge services are available, although room service has limited hours.
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Amenities
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Air Conditioner
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Airport Transportation
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Business Center
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Cable
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Concierge
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Dry Cleaning
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Fitness Center
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Internet
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Kids Allowed
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Laundry
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Meeting / Conference Rooms
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Mini Bar (with liquor)
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Rental Car Service Desk Onsite
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Room Service
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Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space
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