10/10 Exceptional
Excellent location /quick seamless check in and out
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Gran Via
In the heart of Madrid, Hotel Riu Plaza España offers an eco-friendly retreat near Royal Palace of Madrid and Plaza Mayor. Enjoy a light meal at Lobby Bar, take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas, or stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Parking available
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bar
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
- Breakfast available
- Fitness centre
- Self parking
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Room service
- Business centre
- 10 meeting rooms
- Terrace
- 24-hour front desk
- Computer station
Feel at home (6)
- Free cots/infant beds
- Fridge
- Terrace
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry facilities
- Lift
£173
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Why we love this property
Poolside retreat
The seasonal outdoor pool at this hotel creates a perfect oasis for relaxation, complete with comfortable loungers and umbrellas for shade.
Culinary dream spot
This hotel's restaurant and 2 bars serve something for everyone. Vegan and vegetarian options shine at the buffet breakfast and throughout delicious menus.
Room options
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Showing 12 of 12 rooms
Deluxe Room (King)
Wonderful
Highlights
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
- 20 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Deluxe Room (Twin)
Wonderful
Highlights
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
- 23 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Beds
Deluxe Room, Terrace (King)
Exceptional
Highlights
Terrace
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
- 23 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Deluxe Room (Superior King)
Exceptional
Highlights
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
- 29 sq m
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Deluxe Room (Superior Twin)
Exceptional
Highlights
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
- 31 sq m
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Deluxe Room, Terrace (Superior King)
Exceptional
Highlights
Deck/patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
- 26 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
Deluxe Room (Family)
Wonderful
Highlights
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
- 35 sq m
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Deluxe Room (Family)
Wonderful
Highlights
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
- 37 sq m
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Terrace
Exceptional
Highlights
Deck/patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
- 37 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Presidential Suite Package
Exceptional
Highlights
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
- 100 sq m
- 2 bedrooms
- City view
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Deluxe Room, City View (King)
Exceptional
Highlights
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
- 23 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
Deluxe Room, City View (Superior King)
Exceptional
Highlights
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
- 20 sq m
- City view
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area
C/ Gran Via, 84, Madrid, 28013
About this property
Hotel Riu Plaza España
Hotel Riu Plaza España offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Gran Via and Royal Palace of Madrid. You can splash around at the seasonal outdoor pool, visit the restaurant for a bite to eat or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Other highlights include a fitness centre, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers like the central location for the sightseeing and because it's only a short walk to public transportation: Plaza de Espana Station is steps away and Ventura Rodriguez Station is 5 minutes.
At a glance
Property amenities
Room amenities
Special features
Dining
Lobby Bar – This lobby lounge only serves light fare.
Sky Bar – This rooftop bar only serves light fare. Open daily.
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Hotel Riu Plaza España Reviews
Exceptional
9.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.4
Eco-friendliness
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfast was consistently described as very good, great, and incredible with a wide variety of options. (326 reviews)
- The property offers excellent dining options with a variety of restaurants and bars serving delicious food and drinks with great views. (18 reviews)
- The property's location is convenient for airport access, with public transportation and taxis readily available. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
LocationService staffRoomBreakfastViewRooftop barRooftopsRestaurantCitiesFood10/10 Exceptional
The hotel was in a great location and offered spectacular views of the city and sunset.
Heidi
Heidi, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Clean and spacious room. Large bathroom. Strong water pressure in the shower. Great location. We were very comfortable and loved our stay here.
Heeju
Heeju, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great location.
Amazing staff.
Neat room with all the amenities.
Extraordinary breakfast.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Room is clean, staff are polite and helpful, location is convenient and close to everything.
CLEMENT CHECK-CHIU
CLEMENT CHECK-CHIU, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Room was perfect, rooftop amazing, security when talking about access to the rooms just perfect
Renata
Renata, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Good place to stay!
The Hotel is Very central and clean and staff are very friendly and helpful!
kwei fang
kwei fang, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Friendly staff and excellent breakfast.
Eliseo
Eliseo, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Good location, excellent breakfast. Close to everything.
Naida
Naida, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Friendly staff and nice hotel ,beautiful roof top area
Mario
Mario, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Felt very safe. Hotel is in the center of town. Room service was quick and very tasty.
Kerry
Kerry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
This place is THE EXPERIENCE. The staff are very friendly, the room was very clean. The breakfast was amazing.
Grace
Grace, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Super good location. Service also super .
sisi
sisi, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
This hotel is at the center of Madrid perfect location, close to everything, lots of dining options and the staff was super friendly- Luis was super fun my fellow Dominican, kitchen staff very professional as well and attentive. Will be back for sure!
Dory
Dory, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Overall very nice
Room was smaller than expected
Staff was great and room was clean
Michael
Michael, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
The hotel was overcrowded, making it difficult even to enter or leave without waiting in lines. The wait for a breakfast table was unacceptable and really impacted the experience. On the positive side, the room was excellent—clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. If you’re looking for a place to stay for just one or two nights, it’s a decent option, but be prepared for crowds
Leonardo
Leonardo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
The staff were great, the property was amazing, especially the roof top bar and restaurant that had a glass viewing location, as well as a glass walk way. The area was convenient to walk to different sites (most within 30 mins).
Eric
Eric, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Comfortable and clean room with nice selection of toiletries. All these, with buffet breakfast included!
Definitely recommend this place to stay!
Thanks RIU…. Till next time….
Luis Mariano
Luis Mariano, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
This hotel is very central in Madrid. It has a small but nice pool and gym. Fantastic rooftop views. The breakfast in very good with many options. Great service from check in to check out. Rooms are modern, quiet and comfortable. We would stay here again
Victor
Victor, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Property is very large. Several adjacent coffe shops that open at 7
Kurt T
Kurt T, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
No great views
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Breakfast is great. Wonderful hotel.
Breakfast is a wonderful experience. Staff competent and attentive. Room was laid out well. The bathroom night light comes on automatically and disturbs all in the room.
Glen
Glen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Hotel Riu Plaza Espana is an excellent 1956 built, but modernized recently Madrid hotel. I stayed 4 nights. Hotel has 27 floors, including an exciting 27th floor rooftop bar with the best 360 degree views in all of Madrid. I appreciate that hotel security is provided against people just coming and going by requiring use of room key cards to access elevators. The rooms are pretty sound proof because this was a well-built building. Breakfast was very good with eggs, potatoes, cheeses, meats, breads, yoghurts, pastries, fruit, coffee machines. This hotel is well situated in downtown part of Madrid right on Grand Via, with a subway stop located right at the hotel. I highly recommend this hotel. I loved it.
Lani
Lani, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
The room was clean. Staff at breakfast were nice. Very crowded elevators and had to wait very long time to use them. A lof of construction around and noisy. Nice rooftop bar with good views but always busy at night due to outside guests. Ok stay.
Sahar
Sahar, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Lovely view of Madrid! My family really enjoyed how conveniently located the hotel is. The workers were nice at the roof top and Ricardo at the main door. See you next year again!
Vilma
Vilma, 1-night trip
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