Opposite the Spanish Parliament (Congreso de los Diputados), on Plaza de las Cortes, is Hotel The Palace A Luxury Collection Madrid, a historic 5-star hotel known for the stained-glass dome under which breakfast is served. It makes sense if your plans take in the Prado, the Thyssen and the centre, all on foot.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in the so-called Art Triangle. The Prado Museum is about a 5-minute walk away; Plaza de Cibeles and Puerta del Sol are about 10.
Plaza Mayor and Retiro Park are about 15 minutes on foot, and Atocha station about 20. The Royal Palace is about a 25-minute walk, a distance that is easy enough if you cross the centre via Sol.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms mix modern furniture with antique pieces and include internet TV.
Breakfast is a buffet served under the dome, with continental, American, Asian and full English options. In the afternoon the 27 Club bar opens, which, according to the property, offers cocktails and live music.
Guests rate it 9.1 out of 10 on Booking on average.
Who it suits
- You want to visit the Prado, the Thyssen and the Reina Sofía without using transport.
- You like the idea of staying in a historic building opposite the Parliament.
- Breakfast is an important part of the trip for you.
Good to know
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00. A pool, spa and parking are not listed: if you need them, ask before booking. For alternatives, see our 5-star hotels.