Top five-star hotels in Madrid

Eurostars Madrid Tower

This prestigious hotel is impossible to miss. Standing 236 metres tall, with 31 beautifully furnished floors, the Eurostars Madrid Tower dominates the city skyline to offer unmatched views of the Spanish capital and nearby mountain ranges. Room interiors are sleek and modern, characterised by dark wood panelling, brushed metal, atmospheric lighting and state-of-the-art facilities. Visit the Spa & Health Club for a day of pampering and luxury before treating yourself to the Volvoreta restaurant’s tasting menu of delicious Mediterranean cuisine.
 

Eurostars Madrid Tower, Paseo de la Castellana 259B, 28046 Madrid, +34 91 334 2700

NH Collection Madrid Suecia

The Madrid Suecia hotel is located on Madrid’s exclusive Gran Vía shopping street, and recently reopened after a stylish renovation. The hotel’s rooftop terrace gives guests the opportunity to enjoy a refreshing cocktail with panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains, while the Bar Hemingway cocktail bar, named after the renowned American author who made the hotel his home on many occasions, is the perfect place to soak up the heritage of this beautiful hotel.
 

NH Collection Madrid Suecia, Calle del Marqués de Casa Riera 4, 28014 Madrid, +34 91 200 0570

Hotel Villa Magna

Hotel Villa Magna is one of Madrid’s most luxurious hotels and is located in the city’s exclusive Golden Mile shopping district. Renovated in 2009, the hotel offers an exceptional gastronomic experience, with four restaurants that also offer stunning views. Try the Magnum Bar for sophisticated Spanish tapas in a 1950s New York-style setting; the Tse-Yang restaurant for exotic, Cantonese dishes; or the patisserie selection at Restaurante Villa Magna, for something sweet to round off a delightful gourmet evening.
 

Hotel Villa Magna, Paseo de la Castellana 22, 28046 Madrid, +34 91 587 1234

Hotel Silken Puerta América Madrid

Hotel Silken Puerta América Madrid was designed to showcase the concept of freedom, with architecture that beautifully combines different colours, materials and shapes, and communal spaces that bring people together and encourage guests to meet. The menu at the Lágrimas Negras restaurant is inspired by Michelin-starred chef Martín Berastegui and offers the finest seasonal produce. The gym and pool are fitted with reflective surfaces to create a feeling of space and openness, and guests can relax and enjoy an al fresco evening cocktail at the hotel’s Marmobar Terrace.
 

Hotel Silken Puerta América Madrid, Avenida de América 41, 28002 Madrid, +34 91 744 54 00

Hotel Villa Real

A wealth of ancient artworks await you at this exquisite hotel, located on the famous Plaza de las Cortes square in the heart of Madrid. Hotel Villa Real’s ancient art and archaeology collection is displayed in bedrooms and public areas, and guests can take time to admire the artefacts before dining in the East 47 Restaurant, which mixes Mediterranean cuisine with a modern, New York-style interior to stunning effect. Other features include a gym and many rooms offer a balcony or terrace with beautiful views of the city.
 

Hotel Villa Real, Plaza de las Cortes 10, 28014 Madrid, +34 91 420 3767

The Principal Madrid Hotel

This luxury boutique hotel, a member of the Design Hotels™ portfolio, boasts a beautiful rooftop terrace and elegantly decorated suites. The perfect place to unwind, the hotel also offers a solarium as well as a wellness suite, featuring a gym and private sauna available on request. The Ático restaurant, with views of the exclusive Gran Vía shopping street, is the ideal setting to enjoy classic Spanish cuisine and innovative cocktails after a day of sightseeing, and the menu is specially designed by Michelin-starred chef Ramón Freixa.
 

The Principal Madrid Hotel, Calle Marqués de Valdeiglesias 1, 28004 Madrid,+34 91 521 8743

Hospes Puerta de Alcalá

Located on Madrid’s Plaza de la Independencia central square, this hotel boasts views of the city’s Puerta de Alcalá archway and El Retiro park, and offers guests a tranquil getaway in the heart of the city. The building was designed in the 19th century and its interior is a perfect mix of original features, such as dark wood panelling and stone, and contemporary styling. Guests can relax at the Bodyna Spa before enjoying a drink or two at the impressive Independencia lounge bar.
 

Hospes Puerta de Alcalá, Plaza de la Independencia 3, 28001 Madrid, +34 91 432 2911

NH Collection Palacio de Tepa

Steeped in history, the Palacio de Tepa hotel was originally built for the Earl of Tepa in the 19th century and is now part of the NH Collection hotel group. The hotel’s rooms are stylish and modern, with plenty of natural light from skylights in the authentic, timber ceilings, and beautiful views of San Sebastián church. La Terraza del Casino, the hotel’s two-Michelin-starred rooftop restaurant, is just a short walk from the hotel, and offers sophisticated haute cuisine.
 

NH Collection Palacio de Tepa, Calle de San Sebastián 2, 28012 Madrid, +34 91 389 6490

Hotel Urso

The truly elegant Hotel Urso focuses on ensuring guests enjoy a relaxing stay and features live jazz in the lobby every night. This unique venue is located near the trendy Chueca and Chamberí neighbourhoods, with Madrid’s historic Golden Triangle of Art just a short walk away. Take time out to visit the Urso Spa by Natura Bissé, for a relaxing pampering session, before heading to the Urso Bar for a range delicious dishes made using the freshest ingredients.
 

Hotel Urso, Calle de Mejía Lequerica 8, 28004 Madrid, +34 91 444 4458

Hotel Hesperia Madrid

A modern five-star hotel, the Hotel Hesperia Madrid is part of the exclusive Preferred Hotels & Resorts LVX Collection and offers guests a range of beautifully decorated suites as well as access to the chic open-air SkyGym rooftop health club. Renowned designer Pascua Ortega has created a warm and welcoming interior, and communal areas feature dark wood and reflective surfaces to give a contemporary twist to classic Spanish style. Make sure to visit the Hikari sushi bar for exquisite Japanese dishes, or choose the Santceloni restaurant for superb Spanish cuisine and a dining room filled with exotic plants.
 

Hotel Hesperia Madrid, Paseo de la Castellana 57, 28046 Madrid, +34 91 210 8820

Gran Meliá Fénix

Located in the exclusive Salamanca district and close to the gourmet Platea Madrid food hall, the Gran Meliá Fénix boasts fine dining, exceptional nightlife and a Thai wellness centre. The Dry Martini Bar outdoor terrace offers guests exquisite views of the Plaza de Colón square and is the perfect place to end a day of sightseeing and exploring the famed museums in Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art, which are all within walking distance.
 

Gran Meliá Fénix, Calle de Hermosilla 2, 28001 Madrid, +34 91 276 4747

Hotel Urban

This five-star hotel, just moments from Madrid’s main attractions, is in the centre of the Golden Triangle of Art, which contains some of the city’s most important museums, including the Prado, the Thyssen-Bornemisza and the Fundación Reina Sofía. Part of the Derby Hotels Collection hotel group, Hotel Urban includes a solarium, gym and sauna, as well as an oyster and cocktail bar, offering the perfect ways to unwind after a day of shopping. This unique and stunning hotel boasts its own Papua New Guinea museum, and artefacts and artworks are also displayed in every room.
 

Hotel Urban, Carrera de San Jerónimo 34, 28014 Madrid, +34 91 787 7770

NH Collection Madrid Paseo del Prado

Designed by renowned Spanish architect Antonio Palacios in the early 20th century, this palatial hotel perfectly blends baroque features with stylish modernity. Walls in each room feature paintings of tropical plants to create a relaxed atmosphere. Stunning views are another key feature and guests can look out over the city’s Golden Triangle of Art while working out in the rooftop gym, relaxing in the Tea & Wine Bar or enjoying a delicious meal in the hotel’s Estado Puro tapas bar. The outdoor terrace offers unmissable views of the Fuente de Neptuno fountain.
 

NH Collection Madrid Paseo del Prado, Plaza Cánovas del Castillo 4, 28014 Madrid, +34 91 330 2400

InterContinental Madrid

Originally built as a palace for the Duke of Aliaga and the hotel of choice for Hollywood stars in the 1950s, the InterContinental Madrid is located right in the heart of the city, on the famous Paseo de la Castellana avenue. There are several Unesco World Heritage sites only a stone’s throw away from the hotel and guests can also enjoy spectacular views over landmarks such as El Retiro park and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of Real Madrid football club. The hotel’s Bar 49 is the perfect place to sample traditional tapas, while Restaurant El Jardin offers delicious Mediterranean food from famed chef Miguel de la Fuente, served in beautiful surroundings on the art deco terrace.
 

InterContinental Madrid, Paseo de la Castellana 49, 28046 Madrid, +34 91 700 7300