Wellington Hotel & SpavsHotel Arosa
Both properties are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Wellington Hotel ranks significantly better than Hotel Arosa. Wellington Hotel is ranked #11 in Madrid with positive reviews from 11 publications including Michelin Guide, goop and Insight Guides.
Wellington Hotel & Spa Show All Reviews
Velazquez 8, 28001 Madrid
From $215/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide
Star
"This smart area next to the Retiro is famous as the place where many bullfighters stay during the Feria de San Isidro."
Insight Guides
"Stylish hotel close to the Prado and the Puerta de Alcála. All rooms have a classical decor combined with the latest in facilities. Fine restaurant and nice bar, too. 262 rooms."
Oyster
Luxury
"Hotel Wellington is a classically beautiful, historic hotel in Salamanca, just a short walk from the famous Retiro Park." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Only 5 minutes walk from the Retiro and the upscale shops of the Calle Goya, the Wellington is one of Madrid’s finest hotels."
Star Service
"It is an expensive choice, but high standards in the accommodations, excellent dining and staff justify the cost. " Full review
goop
"While it has all the grown-up trappings of a posh boutique property...this grand, old-school hotel is surprisingly well equipped to accommodate the 12-and-under crowd, too." Full review
Jetsetter
"A five-star hotel in the heart of Madrid, with the world's largest rooftop urban garden, plus fine dining and a high-end spa - includes breakfast." Full review
Fodor's
"Occupying half of a city block in Madrid’s posh Salamanca district, Hotel Wellington is an iconic, stately property founded by a bullfighting bigwig in the mid-1900s." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This grand five-star property with updated baronial décor is just two blocks north of Retiro Park in Barrio Salamanca, the city’s toniest shopping and dining quarter." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The five-star Wellington is one of Madrid’s most renowned hotels and will thrill fans of old-school glamour." Full review
Hotel Arosa
Salud 21, Edificio Gran Via 29, 28013 Madrid
From $84/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"A favorite with international and business visitors alike, this friendly modern hotel is situated between the Gran Vía and Puerta del Sol." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This incredibly central but excellent value for money hotel offers spacious rooms, most of which have been refurbished in the boutique style."
Time Out
"This friendly, well-equipped and good-value 134-room hotel is situated right in the heart of the action." Full review
BlackBook
"Think of a Best Western and you might think boring, typical, bare amenities, well, not here at the Arosa."
Star Service
"Gran Via is one of the top neighborhoods for tourists. Yes, the location is the biggest benefit here, but the rates are hard to beat in central Madrid." Full review
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For the best views request one of the rooms overlooking the Gran Via, just remember to pack ear plugs.