Experience Premier Luxury: Top 7 Hotels in Madrid

Experience Premier Luxury: Top 7 Hotels in Madrid. Madrid is a city that offers a blend of historical grandeur and modern sophistication. For travelers seeking the epitome of luxury.

Experience Premier Luxury: Top 7 Hotels in Madrid

Urban Hotel

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Urban Hotel is a grand luxury five-star hotel located in Madrid's museum triangle, close to Museo del Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, and Queen Sofia Foundation. The hotel features 96 designer bedrooms, including duplex rooms and suites, with a decor that blends leather, dark woods, and subtle lighting. Urban Hotel's gastronomic highlight is the Michelin-starred CEBO Restaurant, offering a unique experience based on local and seasonal products.

Pet-friendly amenities include the Stay & Dog experience, providing a luxury set for canine guests with their own bed, feeder, drinker, and a selection of toys and treats. The hotel boasts a rooftop pool and solarium, alongside the Glass Bar and The Urban Terrace, known for fantastic cocktails and vibrant city views. Urban Hotel is committed to sustainability, with practices including training staff in sustainability best practices and local cultural heritage.

The Principal Madrid Hotel

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The Principal Madrid Hotel offers an exclusive boutique experience in a prime central location on Gran Via, celebrated for its luxury and historical ambiance. Features 76 elegantly designed rooms and suites that blend modern amenities with comfort, ensuring a restful stay amidst the buzz of Madrid. Home to the acclaimed Ático Restaurant by a Michelin-starred chef, offering a menu of innovative Spanish cuisine with a focus on local and seasonal ingredients.

Guests can unwind at the hotel's rooftop terrace bar, which provides spectacular city views, alongside live music and inventive cocktails. The wellness suite includes a wood-paneled sauna, offering massages and facials, complemented by a fitness area for a holistic well-being experience. Recognized for its excellent service, the hotel's staff are praised for their attentiveness and efforts to ensure an enjoyable stay for guests.

Barcelo Imagine

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The Barcelo Imagine is a 5-star hotel that blends art and technology, offering an avant-garde stay in Madrid. Situated just 3 minutes walk from Plaza Castilla and the Kio Towers, its location is both central and convenient for exploring the city. This unique hotel offers themed rooms that explore various musical genres such as rock, jazz, and flamenco, providing a unique experience to guests.

Guests can enjoy amenities including a rooftop terrace with an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a Sky Lounge offering panoramic views of Madrid. The hotel's restaurant, Eat & Roll, serves a mix of local and international cuisine, focusing on organic and healthy options. With 156 individually furnished rooms, guests are treated to a luxurious stay with modern comforts and exclusive services.

InterContinental Madrid

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Located on Madrid’s prestigious Paseo de la Castellana, the InterContinental Madrid offers luxury accommodations in a converted 18th-century palace. This hotel is a haven for gastronomy enthusiasts, featuring the celebrated El Jardín Restaurant and Bar 49, known for its wide range of wines, cocktails, and gourmet tapas. Guests can enjoy a 24-hour gym, massage services upon request, and access to the InterContinental Club with benefits like an all-day buffet and late check-out.

Situated within walking distance to the Sorolla Museum and just one metro stop away from Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. The hotel caters to pet owners by offering pet-friendly amenities including food and water bowls. Committed to environmental sustainability, the InterContinental Madrid uses the IHG Green Engage system and has achieved Green Globe certification.

NH Collection Madrid Suecia

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Located beside the Círculo de Bellas Artes Cultural Centre and Gran Vía, offering easy access to Madrid's vibrant cultural scene and shopping areas. Features a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of Madrid, ideal for relaxation or enjoying a drink with stunning city vistas. Modern, air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen satellite TV, free WiFi, minibar, and a private bathroom including a rain shower.

The hotel's Casa Suecia Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine, with additional dining options in the nearby Las Letras, Chueca, and Fuencarral districts. Pet-friendly accommodation that welcomes guests' furry friends, ensuring a comfortable stay for all family members. Originally opened in the 1950s by the Swedish royal family, the hotel has hosted notable guests such as Ernest Hemingway and Che Guevara.

NH Collection Madrid Paseo del Prado

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Located in a historical building from 1904, close to the Golden Triangle of Art museums including the Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza, and Reina Sofia. Rooms offer comfort and elegance, featuring amenities like minibars, soundproofing, air conditioning, and rainfall showers. Offers an excellent breakfast buffet with a variety of choices including gluten-free options, local items, and made-to-order hot dishes.

Home to Estado Puro, a tapas restaurant by famous chef Paco Roncero, and Suite & Tea for afternoon teas and homemade pastries. Features a rooftop gym with 360-degree city views, spa services, and is awarded a sustainability certification for its eco-friendly practices. Provides meeting rooms, on-site laundry facilities, and discounted rates at a nearby parking lot, enhancing its appeal for business travelers.

Hospes Puerta de Alcalá

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Located in the heart of Madrid in the prestigious Barrio de Salamanca, Hospes Puerta de Alcalá offers a mix of classical elegance and modern luxury opposite the Retiro Park. The hotel is set in a historic 19th-century building designed by architect José María de Aguilar, showcasing the classical elegance of Madrid's past. Guests enjoy access to the on-site spa, quality services such as free Wi-Fi, pet accommodation, and private parking with limited spaces.

Hospes Puerta de Alcalá is within walking distance of major attractions like the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofía Museum, and Cibeles Fountain. The hotel's Malvar Restaurant serves Spanish cuisine in a modern ambiance, with options for vegetarians and gluten-free diets. Rooms and suites are equipped with luxury amenities including Egyptian cotton linens, large bathrooms with rain showers and soaking tubs, and views of the Puerta de Alcalá.

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