Hotel Principal Madrid is a 5-star hotel on the first stretch of Gran Vía, a step from Cibeles. It occupies a building from 1917 with a loft-style interior. It is a good fit if you want to sleep on the city’s central axis and split your day between museums, shops and theatres without relying on transport.
Location and getting around
The address is Calle del Marqués de Valdeiglesias 1, on the corner with Gran Vía. From the door, Plaza de Cibeles is about 5 minutes on foot, and Puerta del Sol, the Prado Museum and the Puerta de Alcalá are about 10 minutes each. The Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum is about 400 m away, according to the hotel. Plaza Mayor is about a 15-minute walk.
For the Santiago Bernabéu (about 3.8 km) or the airport (about 12 km to Terminal 4), the Metro or a taxi is the better choice.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms and suites are spacious and have air conditioning, a desk, a safe and a minibar. Some include a Nespresso machine and butler service.
- Ático restaurant and bar, at the top of the building, with views and a cocktail menu.
- Gym and a Wellness Suite that can be booked for individual or couples’ sessions.
- Buffet breakfast.
Guests rate it 9.4 out of 10 on Booking. To compare other areas, see the page on hotels in Madrid.
Who it suits
- You travel as a couple and want to do almost everything on foot.
- Your plans revolve around the Prado, the Thyssen and Retiro Park.
- You prefer to dine at the hotel, with views over the centre.
Good to know
Rooms are handed over from 15:00 and must be vacated by 12:00. At check-in you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card.