BOOK THE PRINCIPAL MADRID (in cooperation with Booking.com)

This Spanish Renaissance gem holds a prestigious position right at the beginning of Gran Vía. Many of the city’s attractions are, therefore, in close proximity and its location guarantees you will always feel enveloped in Madrid’s pulsating energy. Talk about a location popular among the rich & famous - feeling like part of a special elite is inevitable and no wonder, as one can feel the timeless charm of The Principal Madrid in just about every corner of this luxury hotel. Spacious, modern, stylish and perfectly soundproofed rooms and suites - all filled with natural light - face the majestic buildings of the Gran Vía thus providing guests with some staggering views. For more incredible vistas, the 7th floor La Terraza (with its delicious signature cocktails), together with the on-site Ático and La Pérgola restaurants should not be missed.

HOTEL VIEW: GRAN VÍA, METROPOLIS BUILDING, CÍRCULO DE BELLAS ARTES
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @jie_in_spain

BOOK VP PLAZA ESPAÑA DESIGN (in cooperation with Booking.com)

At the end of Gran Via and overlooking Plaza España, VP Plaza España Design is a five-star hotel blends class, sophistication, and modern art in its 214 tastefully decorated rooms. Designed by a team led by B720, Cuarto Interior, and Studio Gronda, this architectural statement stands out for its innovative design, though it contrasts with the historic center. The hotel boasts luxurious amenities and stunning views of key Madrid landmarks like the Debod Temple and Royal Palace. The 12th-floor Ginkgo Sky Bar provides an elegant urban retreat where visitors can enjoy cocktails, live music, and Spanish & Asian cuisine. Guests are also invited to give a try at the Plaza de España-facing Botanica restaurant that complements the square's greenery outside. Conveniently located, the hotel offers access to an outdoor pool, the Biloba Spa & gym (we love the idea of relaxing at the indoor pool while facing the city's hectic rhythm through the floor-to-ceiling windows), the Mediterranean restaurant Botania, and meeting rooms.

HOTEL VIEW: PLAZA DE ESPAÑA, ROYAL PALACE OF MADRID, DEBOD TEMPLE
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @vicoferro

BOOK WESTIN PALACE HOTEL (in cooperation with Booking.com)

History lovers couldn’t be better accommodated than in this incredible luxury hotel in Madrid, nestled right at the Golden Triangle of Art - made up by The Prado, the Thyssen-Bornemisza and the Reina Sofía Museums. Expect to witness refinement & elegance with a smart touch of contemporary just about everywhere - from the minute you lay your eyes on the building’s palatial façade to the moment you lie in the comfortable bed of your spacious, classy and perfectly decorated room. The indoor, historic El Bar del Palace, considered Spain's first, was Hemingway's beloved haunt in the city as he so mentions in one of his novels. Tapas, cheese boards, and even the sundays’ live Opera & Brunch are served in the magical La Rotunda restaurant, on the hotel’s courtyard and right under a beautifully decorated glass dome.

HOTEL VIEW: NEPTUNE FOUNTAIN, THYSSEN-BORNEMISZA MUSEUM, PASEO DEL PRADO
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @rebecamuinelo

BOOK BARCELÓ TORRE DE MADRID (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Set on one of the tallest buildings of Madrid is Barceló Torre de Madrid. With interiors designed by the creative Jaime Hayón, this 5 Star hotel in Princesa neighbourhood is both quirky and elegant - from the huge, white-striped bear at the lobby to the colourful, sleek armchairs and imaginative designs on the rooms’ back bed mirrors. Its location at the corner of Plaza de España and Gran Vía ascertains guests are in for some sweeping views out their room windows. An interesting panorama is also served in SOMOS Restaurant, together with a delicious choice of Madrilenian flavours. Guests staying at the suites or Premium rooms will be happy to know they are given access to a private lounge and to the Wellness Area on the 8th floor - just the right place to finish the day off after exploring all the vibrant corners of Madrid.

HOTEL VIEW: PLAZA DE ESPAÑA, GRAN VÍA, ROYAL PALACE OF MADRID, MADRID SKYLINE
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @mikashu12

BOOK HOTEL URBAN (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Hotel Urban ticks all the right boxes for those looking for an avant garde, luxurious accommodation in Madrid. Designed to guarantee the highest standards of service and quality, discerning guests will be more than satisfied with this 5 star hotel. Stunning artworks from Papua New Guinea are spread across the hotel, adding a little exotism to its exquisite Art Deco décor - such as the incredible, giant tribal statues in the glass-roofed courtyard. Marble bathrooms, a Nespresso coffee machine, LCD TVs, a resting sofa, and complimentary wifi are to be found in each of its Superior rooms or Suites. Stunning views are free to take in at the Terraza del Urban rooftop bar: mouth-watering meals by the 4 Michelin starred Chef of the Sea, Ángel Léon are served under a massive whale skeleton in Grand Mar restaurant. Situated just 5 minutes away from Puerta del Sol, and with the Chueca, Malsaña and Austria neighbourhoods within short distance, booking Hotel Urban is a win-win deal.

HOTEL VIEW: MADRID SKYLINE
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @cadynixx

BOOK PALACIO DE LOS DUQUES GRAN MELIÁ (in cooperation with Booking.com)

The Palacio de los Duques Gran Meliá, located in a meticulously renovated 19th-century palace and former Santo Domingo convent, is steeped in the heritage of Francisco Javier de Aragón-Azlor y Idiaquez, a duke who originally built this majestic residence. The hotel, previously a TRYP four-star, was transformed into a Velázquez-themed luxury hotel by the Meliá group in 2016. It features fourteen of Velázquez's masterpieces, including a significant portrait of Don Diego del Corral y Arellano, now at the Prado Museum. Designed by Alvaro and Adriana Sans, the hotel interior combines a classic décor of straight lines and a soft color palette with the sophisticated touch of thick dark carpets, golden drapery, and unique antiques from the Meliá owner's private collection. Rooms, particularly the premium 'Red Level' ones, offer Velázquez-inspired headboards, elegant glass, and marble bathrooms with high-end amenities and access to exclusive amenities, including a private lounge and garden terrace. The property also boasts a historic garden, a charming wooden-floor terrace with panoramic views of the royal surroundings, a Thai-inspired spa, and a 24-hour gym. Its sprawling roof terrace with an infinity pool offers breathtaking views of Madrid's historical landmarks, including the Royal Palace.

HOTEL VIEW: ROYAL PALACE OF MADRID, CASA DE LA VILLA, PLAZA MAYOR
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @nikkibakunts

BOOK EUROSTARS MADRID TOWER (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Housed in the first 30 floors of the 236-meter-tall Tower PwC, Eurostars Madrid Tower hits all the right notes when it comes to offering incredible, 360 degree vistas over Madrid’s panorama. Take in the views with a gourmet meal at the 30th-floor Volvoreta restaurant, lose all the tension in the 29th-floor Spa & Health Club, and have a good night’s rest in one of the 474 cosy, soundproofed, and modern equipped rooms. The nice and quiet atmosphere away from the bustling city centre will surely suit those looking forward to a relaxing evening after a busy day discovering the best of Madrid. 100 meters away from the hotel is the Begoña subway station easily connecting you to the city centre. Santiago Bernabéu Stadium and Barajas airport are a short car ride away.

HOTEL VIEW: GUADARRAMA MOUNTAIN RANGE, MADRID SKYLINE, PASEO DE LA CASTELLANA
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @monicamastwins

BOOK HOTEL PALACIO DEL RETIRO, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION (in cooperation with Booking.com)

This Natural Heritage building is an exquisite accommodation in the famous Golden Triangle of Art. Hotel Palacio del Retiro, Autograph Collection is a quiet haven across the road from the renowned Retiro Park, and just a pleasant walk away from some of Madrid’s best museums as well as Salamanca’s high-end shops, eateries and glamorous nightlife. Built on a former 20th century aristocrat’s townhouse, this hotel still boats some period features such as the beautifully coloured windows by Pièrre Maumejean leading down a grand staircase. The décor is clean, modern, elegant with a concise colour palette that endows the space with a classy and organized atmosphere. Flamenco live shows, tapas, and cocktails can be enjoyed at the Suite Bar whereas delicious Mediterranean cuisine is served at the hotel’s restaurant.

HOTEL VIEW: RETIRO PARK
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @edificios_de.madrid

BOOK NH COLLECTION MADRID PASEO DEL PRADO (in cooperation with Booking.com)

As the hotel name suggests, NH Collection Madrid Paseo del Prado is an elegant Neo-Baroque palace right next to The Prado Museum - one of the world’s best art galleries. Having plenty of other iconic places in Madrid closeby sure makes it one of the best places to stay in Madrid. Yet that’s surely not the only determinant thing when it comes to booking into this hotel: the customer-oriented staff with its top-notch service, the perfectly neat rooms with views over Neptuno Fountain, the excellent on-site tapas restaurant by award-winning chef Paco Roncero, and the outstanding breakfast - are some of the other things that will make your stay here an unforgettable one. For tea time head to Suite & Tea and try some of its delectable chocolate delicacies - you can always burn the calories later on the rooftop gym while taking in the amazing views over the city skyline.

HOTEL VIEW: NEPTUNO FOUNTAIN, PASEO DEL PRADO, MADRID SKYLINE
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @marinacomes

BOOK HYATT CENTRIC GRAN VIA MADRID (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Fit for modern-day royalty, this luxury hotel in Madrid couldn’t be any better located at perhaps the most popular calle or street in the city: Gran Vía. Innumerable shopping opportunities, eateries, impressive architecture and easy access to many of Madrid’s main plazas and must-sees make it the perfect pick for first-timers wishing to truly experience the energy of Spain’s capital. However, you run the risk of having second thoughts about even leaving the hotel once you step in - an artistic, Art Deco building with a clean, modern and relaxed ambience, Hyatt Centric Gran Via Madrid combines pure splendour with contemporary features. All rooms are soundproof, selected ones come with a terrace and many offer direct views over the buzzing Gran Vía. Warmer months mean the rooftop Jardín de Diana is open for cocktail drinking and sunset-watching, while year-long you can always head to the hotel’s Hielo Y Carbon restaurant and the innovative Ondas - a music studio serving small plates, snacks, drinks, and the typical Madrilenian vermouth. Needless to say this 5 Star hotel is a top pick for guests looking for a place to stay in the centre of Madrid.

HOTEL VIEW: GRAN VÍA
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @rebeca_domenech

BOOK GRAN MELIÁ FÉNIX - THE LEADING HOTELS IN THE WORLD (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Could you picture yourself relaxing in an outdoor jacuzzi, right at your room’s balcony, while taking in Madrid’ skyline view? Well, this out-of-the-ordinary experience is actually possible when booking at the Gran Meliá Fénix - The Leading Hotels of the World. Aside from classic, sleek and beautifully decorated rooms, a stay in this 5 Star hotel comes with access to an Oriental-inspired spa, along with the promise of memorable moments in the 7th floor Aduana Restaurant, and in the emblematic Dry Martini by Javier de las Muelas. Located in the Salamanca neighbourhood - an elite area with Michelin starred restaurants, high-end shopping and luxurious stays - Gran Meliá Fénix caters to a refined clientele and is known for its high standards when it comes to delivering a fantastic stay in Madrid. Accommodated guests include Bill Clinton, the Beatles and David Beckham. The hotel stands in the Plaza del Colón which gives guests easy and fast access to Madrid’s most famous attractions, museums and streets - Hard Rock Cafe Madrid, Madrid Wax Museum, the National Archeological Museum, for instance, are in close proximity.

HOTEL VIEW: PLAZA DE COLÓN
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @chipilahrssen

BOOK ME MADRID REINA VICTORIA (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Combining minimalism with sophistication and style, Me Madrid Reina Victoria places itself as one of the best 4 Star hotels in Madrid. Ideally located in Plaza de Santa Ana, right at the heart of Madrid’s ‘Literary Quarter’, this hotel is surrounded by many restaurants and bars. Puerta del Sol is but a mere 5 minutes walking, while all the other museums are a 10-minute walk away. The fascinating views from the hotel's rooftop are undoubtedly a must when staying here - head there to enjoy a drink at the Radio bar and maybe even do a little dancing while the DJ plays his tunes. Boasting 9 types of contemporary design rooms and suites equipped with hydromassage showers, linen bed sheets, and organic toiletries - to name a few of its perks - Me Madrid Reina Victoria is ready to offer its guests exactly what they need for a great stay in Madrid. Room views include Plaza del Ángel, the historic façade of Teatro Español, and Plaza Santa Ana.

HOTEL VIEW: PLAZA DEL ÁNGEL, MADRID SKYLINE
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @neveroldfashioned

BOOK IBEROSTAR LAS LETRAS GRAN VIA (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Iberostar Las Letras Gran Via is, as the name suggests, a historic hotel in Las Letras neighbourhood and one of Madrid’s trendiest hotels with a literary aura to it - with its pleasant library and inspiring quotations in the rooms’ walls. The prime location at the start of Gran Vía grants beautiful views of this famous boulevard from the hotel’s airy, colourful rooms. During warmer months, guests can take advantage of the rooftop pool and lounge at the bar while enjoying scenic vistas of Madrid’s sunset. Plaza Cibeles, the Golden Triangle of Art, Retiro Park, Mercado San Miguel are some of the must-visit places within walking distance.

HOTEL VIEW: GRAN VÍA, MADRID SKYLINE
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @franlopezgalan

BOOK COOLROOMS ATOCHA (in cooperation with Booking.com)

The boutique CoolRooms Atocha hotel is a vintage, luxury address in the centre of Madrid. Set on a former 19th-century townhouse, this now remodelled and aesthetically designed hotel promises to deliver a memorable and serene stay in Barrio de las Letras - the city’s literary quarter. Hotel CoolRooms Atocha is just the right option for those looking for comfort, great services, and exquisite rooms while staying in close proximity to some of Madrid’s greatest attractions - i.e. Plaza Mayor, Mercado San Miguel and Puerta del Sol. The cosy, in-house EL 34 Pinchos Bar serves the unmissable Tapas - a real Spanish delight for your tastebuds. For a relaxing dip, an appetizing poolside dinner or to enjoy the capital’s vibrant fiesta atmosphere head to the Pool Garden, the hotel’s own urban oasis.

HOTEL VIEW: SAN SEBASTIAN CHURCH
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @elsonidodemistacones

BOOK ONLY YOU HOTEL ATOCHA (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Only YOU Hotel Atocha is a trendy and sophisticated place to stay in Madrid. Welcoming staff and a surprise drink await you at check-in, ready to accommodate you in one of the soundproof, stylish, comfortable and well-equipped rooms available. All accommodating options here come with free premium wifi, designer bathroom amenities and an aromatic RITUALS® kit. Other available services and commodities in-house include a 24h gym, round-the-clock room service, hotel parking, meeting rooms, a bakery, plus a rooftop bar and restaurant with an inviting view. Located a stone’s throw from the majestic Retiro Park, Puerta de Atocha railway line, the Royal Observatory of Madrid and the Anthropology Museum - it’s clear to see why this 4 Star hotel is a smart option for any traveller visiting or touring Madrid.

HOTEL VIEW: PASEO INFANTA ISABEL, CALLE ALFONSO XII
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @ego8284

BOOK PESTANA PLAZA MAYOR MADRID (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Standing in a matchless location, right at the iconic Plaza Mayor, this unique 4-star hotel in Madrid is itself a historical building - quite visible in the exposed brick walls found across the hotel and its Herraniano-styled grand staircase. Some of the rooms at Pestana Plaza Mayor Madrid offer a magnificent view of the plaza right from the balcony while more discreet ones encircle the inner courtyard. For panoramic vistas over the old city, you can head to the hotel’s petite rooftop area and perhaps even refresh yourself in the outdoor pool during the warmest months. The Spa & Fitness centre also boasts an indoor swimming pool, together with a sauna and therapy rooms - the best way to end the day after exploring all the nearby Madrid attractions. Also, feel comfortable approaching the friendly staff who are always available to provide some great tips on how to make the most of your stay in Madrid.

HOTEL VIEW: PLAZA MAYOR
A Madrid Hotel View captured by @frank_pereiro