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The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels

5.0 star property
Art and culture surround this elegant Madrid retreat near the Prado Museum, where rooftop relaxation under starry skies follows days of local culinary exploration

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The Principal Madrid, in the city's cultural heart, offers a sophisticated escape with a rooftop terrace and library. Enjoy local cuisine at Ático by Ramón Freixa, body scrubs and facials at the spa, WiFi access, and a health club. Gran Via is just steps away.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AED 1,278
AED 1,406 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb

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Junior Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Terrace | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, Terrace

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Room, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Grand Room, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - single
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Classic Quadruple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Madrid Centro, a neighborhood in Madrid, The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels is near a metro station. Prado Museum and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Royal Palace of Madrid and Plaza de Cibeles. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Movistar Arena or Bernabéu Stadium. Visit our Madrid travel guide
Map
Marqués de Valdeiglesias, 1, (Esq. Gran Via, 2) , Madrid, Madrid, 28004

What's nearby

  • Vibrant sunset over bustling Gran Via showcasing architecture and urban life in Madrid
    Gran Via
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Plaza de Cibeles showing a fountain, heritage elements and a statue or sculpture
    Plaza de Cibeles
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum showing art and interior views
    Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Puerta del Sol which includes a city and a fountain
    Puerta del Sol
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
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    Plaza de Santa Ana
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Banco de Espana Station
    4 min walk
  • Madrid Recoletos Station
    10 min walk
  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels

Luxury hotel near Gran Via
A short walk from Puerta del Sol and Prado Museum, The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels provides a rooftop terrace, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a manicure/pedicure, a body scrub, or a Swedish massage. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Ático Restaurante, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar and a health club, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A porter/bellhop, 1 meeting room, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 76 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Awards and affiliations

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (EUR 39 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends; EUR 29.32 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ático Restaurante
  • La Pérgola

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Library
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (47 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Portable hoist available
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1917
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed in August.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 110.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 29.32 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 110 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 39 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 110.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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.

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is 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 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 39 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 110 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels located?

Located in Madrid Centro, this luxury hotel is steps from Calle de Alcalá and Gran Via. Puerta del Sol and Plaza de Cibeles are also within 10 minutes. Banco de Espana Station and Sevilla Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 741 out of 976 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 976 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 976 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 976 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 976 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Yanira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel location is very convenient, access to Metro and Taxis, Bar was our ending point good cocktails, overall is in the smaller size you are paying for the location!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Boutique hotel in a perfect location. Service was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a great location. It was clean and well decorated. The staff was super friendly. The rooftop bar was definitely a bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed friendly, professional staff and location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best roof deck in Madrid. The 6th floor bar lounge is beautiful with a south facing patio (we were there for New Years). Above the bar is a spacious and varied roof deck with views, private shaded areas, fountains; jaw dropping. We had some trouble checking in. There was no one to tell us that reception was on the 6th floor, and weirdly, no signs. The bed was comfortable but the pillows were more body size than head pillow. The staff were very good a finding us a table for New Years dinner but unfortunately the set menu was light on gluten free options, so we never ate at the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful two nights. The staff was great the room clean comfortable and a great sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Great location. Boutique luxury with great staff and service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, staff great, views of Madrid were fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krishna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and surroundings Super friendly staff on all levels
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, very elegant, friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good amenities and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place, well located and very safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and staff. Will definitely return during my next trip to Madrid
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon faulk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel.

An elegant hotel on the Gran Via. a short walk to the Prado or Puerto del Sol or Plaza Mayor. The staff is charming and accommodating. The breakfast is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities
Great location, great service, very good bar & restraunt
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very helpful and the hotel was very clean. We enjoyed our stay! Location was excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff extremely courteous whne stranded at Madrid..were very hospitable..rooftop terrace os also gorgeous!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The most amazing view!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Froylan

Liked: Cleanliness
The door men were very friendly and always so helpful. Wasn’t able to go into my room until 4:30pm as it wasn’t ready. Location was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Very nice bar/ terrace on the top. Staff were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Common areas patios outdoor space were fantastic. The room sizes ans noise level were abit disappointing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025