Emperador Hotel MadridvsHotel Abalu
Both Emperador Hotel Madrid and Hotel Abalu Madrid Centro are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Emperador Hotel Madrid is preferred by most professionals compared to Hotel Abalu Madrid Centro. Emperador Hotel Madrid comes in at 76 with praise from 6 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and Time Out.
Emperador Hotel Madrid
Gran Via 53, 28013 Madrid
From $107/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Rough Guide
"The main reason to come here is for the stunning rooftop swimming pool with its magnificent views."
Frommer's
"One of Madrid's most sought-after watering holes, this extremely well run hotel is situated right on the Gran Vía." Full review
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Lonely Planet
"The hotel itself is outstanding, but the rooftop swimming pool has some of the best views in Madrid." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The Emperador is famous for its outdoor rooftop pool, open during summer months, with spectacular views of Madrid’s skyline."
Star Service
"Despite the oft-stunning decor, the highlight for many is the rooftop pool, which is a big plus for parents traveling with children." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The mid-range Emperador Hotel sits at the intersection of two of Madrid's busiest streets with plenty of food, shopping, theater, music, and tourist destinations within easy walking distance." Full review
Time Out
"While the traffic speeds by on the Gran Vía outside, the Emperador has to deal with its own constant flow of student groups and tourists." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"A grand hotel on the Gran Vía: the four-star Emperador is big, bold and all about traditional glamour with classic rooms and formal service." Full review
Hotel Abalu
Calle del Pez, 19, 28004 Madrid
From $74/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide
"This boutique hotel, which is a little north of Gran Vía, has some vibrant, individually designed rooms with individual touches such as mini-chandeliers, butterfly prints and patterned mirrors."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Malasaña's very own boutique hotel is an oasis of style amid the barrio’s timeworn feel." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"With 30 stylish, individually designed rooms... and extravagant amenities such as personal shoppers and Segway rentals, this small boutique could be a fun, quirky pick." Full review
Fodor's
"Abalú is a hotel that makes no apologies about its quirkiness." Full review