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Rooftop terrace
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Grand Room, City View

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$599
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July

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Marqués de Valdeiglesias, 1, (Esq. Gran Via, 2) , Madrid, Madrid, 28004
  • Place, Gran Via
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza de Cibeles
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerta del Sol
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, Terrace

Deluxe Room, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Grand Room, City View

Grand Room, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Quadruple Room

Classic Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Madrid

A luxury stay in the heart of Madrid awaits you at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels. Within steps you'll find Gran Via and Puerta del Sol within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a gym and a bar/lounge. .A pampering day can include Swedish massages and sports massages along with body scrubs, facials and mani/pedis. The restaurant, Ático Restaurante, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. La Pérgola is the hotel's own rooftop bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 15-minute walk of this 5-property class Madrid Centro hotel, attractions include National Prado Museum and Plaza Mayor.

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
  • Plaza Mayor - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A health club, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at the luxury The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Madrid hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 1917
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels offers 76 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Madrid hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include sports massages, Swedish massages, facials and body scrubs.

Awards and affiliations

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 transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Parking on site (EUR 39 per night)
  • Limited on-site 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 centre
  • 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
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (120 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift (110 centimetre wide door)
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (100 centimetre 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

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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-authorise 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

As of 30 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels on 21 Jul 2026 start from NZ$599, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

Yep, The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels has a self car park for EUR 39 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a spa on site at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as Swedish massages.

What makes The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels.

Does The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

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

No, pets are not allowed.

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 762 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Easily walkable to landmarks shopping, and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional hotel is every respect.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, great staff, nice property. They even provided cava and cake in the room for my son’s birthday, what a nice surprise. Our second visit here, hotel I recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing place & Great Location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is incredible!!!!!! Clean, well run and excellent food!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nicholas Russell

Liked: Cleanliness
It was our first visit to Madrid so we wanted to stay right in the centre and The Principal is in a great location. As you enter there is a flight of stairs and the doorman takes your details then bundles you into a small lift to reception on the 6th floor. The reception is between the restaurant and the bar and both look lovely,
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was amazing. Great English which helped us out. Clean and one of the best breakfasts of our trip. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Friederike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not eat breakfast Clean room Didn’t like the decor
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

10/10 Excellent

Zac Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel,lovely staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All round great location & hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Javier

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean and comfortable room. Staff were all excellent and very friendly. Great location for everything. Will stay here again when next in Madrid
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great boutique hotel, well located especially when new to Madrid.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Morten

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not what I expect from a 5 star hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was cozy but enoght room for what is needed. The staff is super friendly. Good central location in a beautiful building, inside and out. I would recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Convenient and quiet. Lovely room. Spacious, romantic & well-equipped. Modern, spacious bathroom. Friendly, attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025