Hotel The Principal, Madrid

Pros

• The location is perfect for those wanting to stay right on the city's famed street, Gran Vía, plus you'll be within walking distance of sites like El Retiro Park, Puerta del Sol, and Plaza Mayor.
• Enjoy live music and sunset views across Gran Vía and Madrid's skyline at the rooftop bar and restaurant.
• Relish in the hotel's ultimate feeling of exclusivity, as you must take the elevator up to the lobby after checking in on the ground floor.
• Grab your meals at one of the hotel's eateries, which—besides the rooftop bar and restaurant—includes a heated 6th-floor terrace (with views of the Metrópolis dome) connected to the renowned Ático Restaurant.

Cons

• Though the location is ideal for some (and the rooms stay quiet), keep in mind that Gran Vía is a very busy street with both car and foot traffic.

Authenticity

Combining elegance with history, this is the first five-star hotel on Madrid's famed Gran Vía. The property strives to uphold that glamor with exclusivity that mirrors the hotel's past, so you may feel like you're staying in a members-only resort.

Location

Madrid's Gran Vía is its most famous street, lined with exquisite architecture reflecting the city's mid-century modernism boom. You probably won't tire of admiring these gorgeous buildings. Still, if you need a break, you'll be within walking distance of sites like El Retiro Park, Puerta del Sol, and Plaza Mayor, plus some of the hippest neighborhoods, like the Literary Quarter, Chueca, and Malasaña.

Rooms & Bathrooms

Rooms and suites are bright and modern yet have a timeless charm. Some face an inner courtyard, while others have Juliette balconies opening up to Gran Vía. Bathrooms are large and stylish, with black tiling and organic toiletries from Mallorca. Opt for a suite if you'd like even more space and seating areas.

Amenities

The hotel features a spa with various treatments, such as massages, facials, and body scrubs. It also has a gym that’s open 24 hours a day, with Technogym equipment and the option to work with a personal trainer. Rooftop yoga classes are also available. The hotel has a rooftop terrace decked out with hammocks and sun loungers. Guests can take part in cocktail-making workshops. The hotel is accessible, with elevators, wheelchair-friendly features, and Braille signage. 

Family-Friendliness

Children of all ages are welcome at Hotel The Principal, and baby cribs and small beds can be provided upon request for free. The on-site restaurant offers children’s menus. Baby safety gates and strollers are also available. Families will find the suite options best for them. 

Other Highlights

The hotel's top two floors offer spaces to relax and eat. The rooftop is one of the best in the city, offering views of Gran Vía and the Madrid skyline, plus sun loungers, a fountain, and a bar with occasional live music. Head down one floor to the Ático Restaurant, known for its gourmet menu and heated terrace directly across from one of the city's iconic sites: the ​​Metrópolis dome.