Matt
Madrid, Spain’s capital, is a gorgeous city with many attractions and activities. Thought to be over 2,000 years old, Madrid has a rich history with many museums and stunning architecture.
If you decide to visit, you don’t have to live like you’re in the 1600s. Many gorgeous luxury hotels in Madrid, Spain, will catch your eye and leave you feeling super relaxed and pampered after you go sightseeing. Let’s see what luxury hotels Madrid has to offer.
Best Hotels in Madrid
With a range of beautiful Madrid luxury hotels, you are spoiled for choice when you decide to visit. Let’s take a look at some of the best Madrid hotels.
Gran Hotel Inglés
One of the Leading Hotels of the World, Gran Hotel Inglés has been named the oldest hotel in Madrid. When it first opened, newspapers praised the hotel for having an elevator, a bathroom on each floor, lights, and steam heating. Drawing people like politicians, writers, and even famous bullfighters, Gran Hotel Inglés has kept its reputation strong. It could even be seen as the best hotel in Madrid.
Set in a 19th-century building, Gran Hotel Inglés has undergone a complete renovation since it opened in 1886. The style now is a mix of modern pieces and the hotel’s original character. It’s a very 1920s Art Deco style overall.
The rooms are luxurious, featuring king-sized beds with memory foam toppers and 500 thread count Egyptian cotton linen. There are marble showers, freestanding bathtubs, and L’Occitane products in every bathroom. The minibar contains local craft beer, and the alarm system is also a Bluetooth speaker. We even received a smartphone to use while visiting the gorgeous sights of Madrid.
The Égoïste spa by Manuel de la Garza offers terrific treatments for men and women using Anne Semonin products. You have to try the Jet Lag cure, which includes a massage and a cryotherapy facial using ice cubes. It really woke us up and got us ready to discover Madrid. They also have a 24-hour gym with TechnoGym equipment.
Lobo8 is the place to go for dinner. You can even watch renowned chef Willy Moya and his team work in an open-plan kitchen. The menu changes depending on the seasonal produce, and after dinner you can have a cocktail at LobByto bar. Or you can engage in the Madrilenian custom of sobremesa, which is continuing your lunch with some serious traditional afternoon drinks.
You can choose a continental or à la carte breakfast for an additional fee. Wi-Fi is free, and the hotel is family-friendly.
With its mixed traditional and modern style and outstanding amenities, Gran Hotel Inglés is an experience not to be missed.
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Relais & Châteaux Hotel Orfila
The Hotel Orfila is a small mansion located in a tranquil residential area. It’s part of the Relais & Châteaux stable and is a family-owned boutique hotel filled with gorgeous vintage art and antiques. Built in the 1880s, the hotel has kept most of its original decor, including a dramatic main stairway and a carriage entrance.
Each room in the hotel is unique, sharing only the same tones of rust, moss green, and cream. Some of the rooms even have a balcony. The bathrooms have hydromassage tubs and products by Etro. The turndown service is wonderfully unique. We received sachets of soothing foot gel, which is excellent if you have been walking about Madrid all day.
Take a trip to the Caroli Health Club for a lovely massage, and then enjoy a nice drink on their terraced garden. For dinner, we recommend the Coque restaurant. The terrace tables have a gorgeous view of the Jardín de Orfila, and two-star Michelin chef Mario Sandoval makes delicious dishes you’ll surely remember.
A breakfast buffet is available at an additional cost, and they serve a lovely Sunday brunch in the garden. Wi-Fi is free, and even though the ambiance isn’t suitable for children, the hotel is still very child friendly. Babysitting can even be arranged, which we thought was a nice touch.
The Hotel Orfila is the best place for an old-fashioned experience. We would not recommend entering in a carriage, even if there is an entrance.
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VP Plaza España Design
A high-rise building with gorgeous views, you’ll find the VP Plaza España Design towering over the Plaza España in Madrid city center. The style is contemporary, with hardwood floors, velvet armchairs, and Scandi touches.
The hotel is located on one of Gran Via’s primary intersections, making it close to Madrid’s main tourist and business hub. The Metro station is also situated right at the entrance. It really is one of the best hotels in Madrid, Spain.
The modern style consists of a neutral palette flecked with gold and vertical gardens. The Ginkgo Skybar, which has a 360º view of Madrid, is decorated in teal and tangerine. There are dramatic artworks strewn across the hotel, including a metal waterfall sculpture by Pere Gifre.
The larger suites have terraces and gorgeous views of Madrid, while others have cross-trainers and stationary bikes. The rooms are luxurious, with wooden floors, king-sized beds, and blackout blinds. You’ll find a tub and a shower, L’Occitane products, and a Black Mambo hair dryer in the bathrooms.
The Biloba Spa has a 24-hour gym, massages with Decléor products, and a sauna. There is also a hydrotherapy pool where you can view Plaza España. This pool was the highlight of our trip. The hotel also has a small regular pool on the roof terrace.
The Ginkgo Skybar menu includes a delicious mix of traditional Spanish and Asian dishes. Here you can try a Vietnamese salad with mango, cashews, and king prawns, which was amazing. The Botania restaurant on the ground floor has more of a bistro vibe. The menu changes every season due to the availability of fresh produce.
Breakfast is served at an additional cost, and the Wi-Fi is free. Eight rooms are adapted for people with disabilities, and the hotel is wheelchair-friendly. The hotel is also child-friendly.
If you are someone who enjoys trendy and modern style with amazing views, the VP Plaza España Design is the hotel for you on your next trip to Madrid.
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Four Seasons Hotel Madrid
One of the newer hotels on the Madrid scene, the Four Seasons Hotel Madrid opened its doors in 2024 on the corner of Sevilla and Alcalá. Located in the once avoided neighborhood of Puerta del Sol, the Four Seasons has brought a new life to Madrid, turning this area from deteriorating to thriving.
It has the classic Four Seasons style, with rooms decorated in marble and chrome, walnut floors, and many mirrors. This hotel is known for its many brands. Villeroy and Boch china in the dining rooms, Hermès products in the bathrooms, and Roederer fizz. It’s a truly high-end experience. The hotel’s 19th-century façade and stained glass roof will have you thinking you’re in a palace.
The Four Seasons Hotel Madrid has the largest urban spa in Spain. With many quality massages and treatments, this spa will leave you feeling relaxed like never before. They also have a heated indoor pool that is glassed over for year-round use, which allows you to soak your troubles away with one of the most beautiful views of Madrid.
The colorful top-floor restaurant is a treat for the tastebuds. Chef Dani Garcia takes southern Spanish ingredients and puts his spin on traditional Spanish dishes. But if you’re not in the mood to go out, you can order room service. Be sure to try the 100 percent acorn-fed ibérico ham, the Four Seasons Hotel Madrid specialty. To us, it tasted like heaven.
Children and dogs are welcome at the Four Seasons, so you don’t have to leave your furry friend behind on holiday. The hotel is eco-friendly, with a gold certificate from the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for sustainable practices and building quality. The building is also wheelchair accessible.
If you’re in the mood to treat yourself, the Four Seasons Hotel Madrid is the place to do that. A genuinely high-end hotel that will leave you feeling like a million dollars, you have to visit this hotel at least once.
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Gran Meliá Palacio de Los Duques
With its Elizabethan look and dramatic decor, your arrival at the Gran Meliá Palacio de Los Duques will feel very regal. The lighting outside casts a glow upon the building, and you’ll notice the 19th-century style of this former palace.
It was initially built as a home for the Dukes of Granada de Ega and later became a convent. Finally, it was remodeled into a luxury hotel near the Opera House and the Royal Palace, inspiring this hotel’s royal façade.
Even though the hotel has been remodeled, some original characteristics remain. The central theme is based on the art of Velázquez, with reproductions of his paintings used as decor. The color scheme is even based on the palettes he used.
The rooms are decorated in champagne, charcoal, and gold with midnight blue accents. The beds are mostly twin beds zipped together to make them king-sized. Pillows are made of goose feathers and down—you even have a pillow menu to choose from if you want a different kind. The products in the bathroom are from Clarins and will make you feel like a true royal.
The rooftop pool is small but surrounded by sunbeds and a hot tub. The scenery is the best part—a panoramic view of the city all the way to the mountains of Madrid. The hotel has a 24-hour gym and a Thai Room spa with a sauna and steam room, too.
The Coroa lounge, spread throughout the heart of the hotel, is the perfect place to have a nice breakfast. For dinner, you have to try Dos Cielos restaurant. Even though the decor is casual and laid back, the culinary experience is high-end.
The dishes have Catalan and Madrinlinean influences. You can also try the more bistro-style Montmartre restaurant, which serves modern and light dishes inspired by the Belle Époque.
Breakfast is included, and the Wi-Fi is free. Nine of the rooms are adapted for guests with disabilities. The hotel is also child friendly, with kids receiving a goodie bag when they arrive.
If you’ve ever dreamed of being a royal, you have to visit the Gran Meliá Palacio de Los Duques. You will never feel more regal than in this gorgeous hotel.
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Barceló Imagine
With an avant-garde style, a modern rooftop terrace, and a gorgeous garden, Barceló Imagine is a hotel not to be missed out on. A concept hotel, it brings together the feel of different musical genres, such as jazz, rock, and flamenco. It then incorporates them into the classic style of the Barceló Imagine. The rooms are even themed according to these genres.
Gold discs flank the hotel’s elevators, and vinyl records announce the name of each floor. You’ll find album covers, electric guitars, and photos of music stars covering the walls. The moment you step into the lobby, you can create your own music with the working piano keys on the floor. There are even hand drums for you to rock out with.
The rooms are a classic bright white with wooden floors and have turquoise and midnight blue accents. One of the walls is covered in a black ridged fabric to give it the appearance of a vinyl record.
The suites on the first floor have terraces and sunbeds. You’ll only find a shower in the Deluxe suites, while the Premium suites also have a bathtub. The toiletries are from The White Company and Pure Herb.
The hotel has a beautiful outdoor pool with sun loungers and seating areas. There’s a gym with TechnoGym equipment, a sauna, and two large treatment rooms.
The Studio 32 lobby bar area is great for a lovely dinner and a drink. They serve local Spanish and international dishes, such as a lobster roll and a Wagyu beef burger. You can also find a food truck by the pool. For dinner, you must try the Sky Lounge on the roof terrace. With gorgeous panoramic views of the mountains, you can have a nice gin and relax while watching the sunset.
Breakfast comes at an additional fee, but the options are pretty delicious. From savory dishes like quiche, croissants, and tortilla omelets, to sweet options like churros and cake. You can even scrape your own honey off a honeycomb.
Wi-Fi is free, and the whole building is accessible to people with wheelchairs. The hotel is family-friendly, with children often enjoying the musical theme more than the parents.
Any music lover needs to visit the Barceló Imagine and experience all of the beautiful decor and themes available here.
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Final Thoughts on the Best Hotels Madrid Has To Offer
From the classic Hotel Orfila to the contemporary VP Plaza España Design, there is a hotel suited to everyone’s tastes in Madrid. Depending on where you stay, you can feel like a royal or a rockstar, but you’ll be relaxed and pampered in each hotel.
When you do visit, we recommend taking a segway tour of Madrid. You don’t want to ruin the pedicure you just had.
