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Mandarin Oriental Ritz, MadridvsHOTEL OPERA
Both properties are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Hotel Ritz, Madrid ranks significantly better than HOTEL OPERA. Hotel Ritz, Madrid comes in at 94 with endorsements from 18 sources including Lonely Planet, BlackBook and Star Service.
Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid
Michelin Guide
Concierge
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Oyster Show All Reviews
Plaza de la Lealtad 5, 28014 Madrid
From $336/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Elegant, internationally renowned... Stunning lounge areas, with lavish decor in the guestrooms."
"An easy distance from museums and shopping, this 100-year-old Belle Époque hotel in Retiro has "an excellent location"."
"The Ritz is widely considered to be the city’s most classically elegant hotel and has become famed internationally for its suberb cuisine."
"This establishment is smaller, more refined and more endearing than the Westin Palace across the street, which tends to host more Americans and conference groups than the more elaborate Ritz." Full review
"Prestigious is the word that comes to mind when conjuring up images of the Hotel Ritz Madrid."
"The number one luxury hotel in Madrid located on the Paseo del Prado in front of the fabulous Neptune fountain."
"A living legend among Madrid hotels... The spacious and luxurious rooms -- all now tastefully modernized -- boast large closets, antique furnishings, and hand-woven carpets." Full review
Top choice
"One of the most lavish buildings in the city, it has classic style and impeccable service that is second to none." Full review
"This 1910 grande dame was constructed by César Ritz near the Prado and has a lavish Belle Époque style, from the soaring ceilings to the antiques throughout." Full review
Luxury
"Originally designed to look like a palace, the hotel's high-end interiors and top-notch service have made it a popular destination for celebrities and notable names." Full review
HOTEL OPERA
Michelin Guide
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Oyster
Frommer's
Cuesta de Santo Domingo, 2, 28013 Madrid
From $69/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
"Modern bedrooms with contemporary furnishings."
"The Hotel Ópera, with its new face lift, is among the capital’s top mid-range hotels. Close to the Royal Place and the Opera House, its location is perfect."
"Hotel Opera is a friendly, well-rounded independent that is consistently maintained and blessed with a professional staff." Full review
Upper-middle-range
"A quirky and cute hotel with a vintage theme, the upper-middle-range Hotel Opera is centrally located in Madrid." Full review
"Friendly and individual... The English-speaking staff is most helpful in pointing out the excellent choice of local cafes, eating spots, and historic monuments." Full review