The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels

Luxury hotel with spa, near Gran Via

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Nestled in the heart of Madrid, The Principal Madrid offers a luxurious retreat with a rooftop terrace and library. Treat yourself to local cuisine at Ático by Ramón Freixa or rejuvenate with spa services like body scrubs and facials. Connect to WiFi, unwind at the health club, or explore nearby Gran Via.
VIP Access
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Babysitting
  • Business centre
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
£264
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Why we love this property

Luxury city skyline views
Stunning skyline views await from this luxury hotel's rooftop terrace. Its city centre location provides a sophisticated urban escape.
Culinary delight spot
Local cuisine stars at this hotel's restaurant, where culinary adventures await. A bar adds flair to the dining scene, and buffet breakfast fuels every morning.
Cosy luxury awaits
Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding create a sumptuous sleep experience. Rainfall showers refresh while dressing gowns and turndown service pamper.

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
Junior Suite | City view
Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Bathroom shower
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Classic Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Classic Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Classic Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Superior Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Deluxe Room, City View

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Deluxe Room, Terrace | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Room, Terrace | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Deluxe Room, Terrace | Bathroom | Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Deluxe Room, Terrace

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Grand Room, City View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Grand Room, City View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Grand Room, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Family Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Classic Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Classic Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Classic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 70 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
Marqués de Valdeiglesias, 1, (Esq. Gran Via, 2) , Madrid, Madrid, 28004

What's nearby

  • Gran Via - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Calle de Alcalá - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Plaza de Cibeles - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Puerta del Sol - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Prado Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas) - 17 min drive
  • Madrid Recoletos Station - 10 min walk
  • Atocha Cercanías Station - 22 min walk
  • Madrid (XOC-Atocha Train Station) - 22 min walk
  • Banco de Espana Station - 4 min walk
  • Sevilla Station - 4 min walk
  • Chueca Station - 5 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Circulo de Bellas Artes - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pink's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ôven Mozzarella Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vinitus - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels features a rooftop terrace and puts you only steps from Gran Via. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials or body scrubs, and local cuisine is served at Ático Restaurante, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge, a health club and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Banco de Espana Station is 4 minutes and Sevilla Station is 4 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 76 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • The credit card presented at check-in should be the same card used at time of booking. If the credit card holder is not on the reservation, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival to confirm identification.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (EUR 39 per night)
    • On-site parking is limited

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–11:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1917
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • Health club
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 110
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 100
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Portable bath seats
  • Accessible bath
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Spa

Wellbeing Area has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Ático Restaurante – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
La Pérgola – This rooftop bar only serves light fare. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Biosphere – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 29.32 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 110 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 5)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed in August.

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 110.0 per night

Parking

  • Self-parking costs EUR 39 per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This hotel will place an advance authorization equal to the first night's stay and taxes for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Principal Madrid Hotel
Principal Hotel
Principal Madrid
Principal Madrid Small Luxury Hotels World Hotel
Principal Small Luxury Hotels World Hotel
Principal Madrid Small Luxury Hotels World
Principal Small Luxury Hotels World
Principal Small Hotels World

Frequently asked questions

Is The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels currently open?

The property is closed in August.

Does The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 39 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 110 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Gran Via (4-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels and nearby?

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels has a spa and a health club.

Are there restaurants at or near The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

Yes, Ático Restaurante offers local cuisine.

What's the area around The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels like?

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels is in Madrid Centro, a short 4-minute walk from Banco de Espana Station and 8 minutes' walk from Puerta del Sol. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The property's restaurant and rooftop bar offered a great dining experience with good food and nice views. (7 reviews)
  • Breakfast was outstanding, plentiful, and offered made-to-order options in addition to a good buffet selection. (6 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

A great boutique hotel, well located especially when new to Madrid.
Jennie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel. Friendly staff. Nice balcony bar. Will stay again. Comfortable room, bed and bedding. Huge white bath sheet which I love. The shower head was okay.
debera, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, staff great, views of Madrid were fantastic!
Joyce, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and surroundings Super friendly staff on all levels
Kelly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, very elegant, friendly staff.
Irene, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Common areas patios outdoor space were fantastic. The room sizes ans noise level were abit disappointing
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

New Home in Madrid

They hugged me when they saw me again! I stayed there in December. They are beyond loving and caring! This hotel is my home in Madrid- beautiful and excellent location too!
Ana Maria, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great service, very good bar & restraunt
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property and friendly staff!
Sharon faulk, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel itself was fine, clean, great location.
Michelle, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous hotel, lovely ambience and wonderful staff. Definitely stay again.
Amanda, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Very nice bar/ terrace on the top. Staff were very nice.
Alba, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very nice place and convenient.
ignacio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room and service were above and beyond fantastic. The patio was beautiful. The hotel staff was super friendly and unbelievably helpful.
Yelena, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
juan, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel!

Hotel was very noce... the room was clean and spacious and the restaurantw as phenomanol.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay in Madrid !

We are very happy we chose to stay here for our 4 nights in Madrid ! Hotel was beautiful, walking distance to most tourist attractions and the staff was very nice and helpful.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is TOP NOTCH! It has every amenity you could ask for and the staff is wonderful! It is near the center of the city and almost everything is within walking distance! This is a must stay if you are in Madrid!
Spencer, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel great location

A beautiful hotel an amazing staff! So attentive as it should be. Beautiful bar area, amazing massage therapist,Louisa, just perfect location for valentines weekend!
Outside
Amazing drinks
Beautiful place
BRIAN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel. We received a bottle of Cava from the Front Desk. It is always a pleasure staying in this great hotel.
Fernando, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything and Everyone was terrific! I will definitely stay there next time I’m in Madrid!
Timothy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property. Great rooftop. Got upgraded to a balcony view, which was a stunning view of the Artes building. Great service
Joseph, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great lication
Jose, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to sites
Dolores, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stuff ever. Most amazing location. You can walk everywhere. Could not be nicer. The most beautiful rooftop. Amazing hotel.
Kaya, 3-night trip