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Emperador Hotel MadridvsTOTEM Madrid

Both Emperador Hotel Madrid and TOTEM Madrid are rated very highly by experts. On balance, Emperador Hotel Madrid ranks slightly better than TOTEM Madrid. Emperador Hotel Madrid comes in at 81 with praise from 7 reviewers like DK Eyewitness, Star Service and Lonely Planet.

Emperador Hotel Madrid
8/10
Gran Via 53, 28013 Madrid
From $107/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"The main reason to come here is for the stunning rooftop swimming pool with its magnificent views."
Frommer's 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 Lonely Planet
"The hotel itself is outstanding, but the rooftop swimming pool has some of the best views in Madrid." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The Emperador is famous for its outdoor rooftop pool, open during summer months, with spectacular views of Madrid’s skyline."
Star Service 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 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 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 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
TOTEM Madrid
8/10
Calle de Hermosilla 23, Esquina Hermosilla-Lagasca, 28006 Madrid
From $177/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"If you’re here on a mission to shop in Salamanca, or you value quiet, exclusive streets away from the noise of central Madrid, this modern and subtly stylish hotel is a terrific choice." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Located on the corner of Lagasca and Hermosilla Streets, the Hesperia Hermosilla is the best situated and one of the most reasonably priced hotels in the Salamanca district."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A sleek and stylish hotel set on a leafy street in central Madrid, with a welcome drink." Full review
Wallpaper Wallpaper
"Each room is dominated by large windows that overlook either broad leafy streets or the internal courtyard bar, while the black marbled bathrooms are stocked with organic and natural amenities." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"Tótem exudes discreet urban chic, following the example of the Urso, its sister hotel in Madrid." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Smith
"Just off upscale Jorge Juan, boutique hotel Tótem Madrid is a des res in one of the capital’s most sought-after neighbourhoods." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"A breath of fresh air on the Madrid hotel scene, Tótem checks all the boxes: genial service, state-of-the-art design, sought-after location, terrific food and cocktails—you name it, they’ve got it." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Part of its novelty lies in taking the bold step of bringing plush but trendy digs to upscale Salamanca, Madrid's version of New York City's Upper East Side." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Why did this hotel catch your attention? What's the vibe?Sandwiched between the popular Serrano and Goya shopping streets and close to Paseo de la Castellana, this newcomer has found its..." Full review
Independent Independent
"The Tótem is on the corner of two of the loveliest streets in Madrid, which just happen to be lined with upmarket boutiques"
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