Posada del Leon de OrovsBarcelo Emperatriz
Both properties are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Posada del Leon de Oro is preferred by most reviewers compared to Barcelo Emperatriz. Posada del Leon de Oro is ranked #27 in Madrid with praise from 7 publications such as Time Out, Oyster and Lonely Planet.
Posada del Leon de Oro
Cava Baja, 12, 28005 Madrid
From $62/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Michelin Guide
"This hotel is teeming with charm."
Rough Guide
"This former inn has been converted into a chic, designer hotel with seventeen large, individually decorated rooms."
Fodor's
"This beautifully refurbished late-19th-century guesthouse is nestled in one of the most happening streets of the city." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Next door to Posada del Dragón and a similarly spectacular place, this rehabilitated inn has muted colour schemes and generally large rooms." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A traditional inn set around a courtyard is now a smart four-star boutique hotel that is full of character and has a relaxed vibe." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 17-room Posada del Leon de Oro is an upper-middle-range boutique hotel with an unbeatable location in central Madrid's lively La Latina area." Full review
Time Out
"All soundproofed rooms at the Hotel Posada del León de Oro have air conditioning, under-floor heating, minibar and safe. There is also a flat-screen TV in each room and a modern private bathroom." Full review
The Guardian
"My favourite is the Posada del León de Oro...of particular interest are the sections of medieval wall that can be seen through a glass floor in the restaurant. "
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Muted colour schemes and generally large rooms. There's a corrala at its core and thoroughly modern rooms along one of Madrid's best-loved streets. The downstairs bar is terrific." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Muted colour schemes and generally large rooms. There's a corrala (traditional internal or communal patio) at its core and thoroughly modern rooms along one of Madrid's best-loved streets. " Full review
Barcelo Emperatriz
Lopez de Hoyos, 4, 28006 Madrid, Spain
From $150/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Rooms are comfortable and classically styled in cheery yellows and salmons, and come with neatly kept bathrooms containing tub/shower combos." Full review
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Ask for a room on the seventh floor, where you get a private terrace at no extra charge.
Star Service
"Only a 15-minute walk north of shopping and principal attractions, this is the kind of budget hotel that makes the Hotel Liabeny a star." Full review
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With rates the same, request the larger units in the -19 series.
The Telegraph
8.0
"The hotel is feminine without being girly, which translates as a fresh approach that will appeal to frequent travellers." Full review
Fodor's
"The hotel caters to your every need with knowledgeable concierge services, healthy breakfast options, and a surprisingly extensive pillow menu. " Full review