The Westin Palace MadridvsHotel Preciados
The Westin Palace Madrid and Hotel Preciados are both highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Westin Palace Madrid ranks significantly higher than Hotel Preciados. The Westin Palace Madrid has a TripExpert Score of 89 with approval from 13 reviewers like Travel + Leisure, DK Eyewitness and Fodor's.
The Westin Palace Madrid Show All Reviews
Plaza de las Cortes 7, 28014 Madrid
From $255/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Superb guestrooms furnished in classic-style."
Rough Guide
"A colossal, sumptuous hotel with every imaginable facility, a spectacular, glass-covered central patio, and luxurious rooms – plus none of the snootiness of the Ritz across the road."
Frommer's
"One of the largest, most ornate Victorian-style hotels in the city, with politicians, artists, and celebrities among its distinguished clientele." Full review
Concierge
"Art lovers will find this the perfect base, with the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and the Prado across the street and the Reina Sofía nearby."
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Ask for a room at the front facing the Neptuno fountainthe higher the better, as the top floors have great views of Madrid's ornate central post office.
Lonely Planet
"Its name may not have the world-famous cachet of the Ritz, but it’s not called the Palace for nothing and is extravagant in all the right places." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The 467-room Westin Palace is one of the top hotels in Madrid, and is housed in a gorgeous historic building that was commissioned by the king in 1912." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The sheen has never really worn off, thanks to its location just off the Paseo del Prado and to its grandeur, apparent in the marble-floored lobby." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Overlooking the Neptune Fountain and its quiet plaza, the Palace combines classic opulence with cutting-edge facilities."
Star Service
"This perennial favorite is the perfect fit for travelers who drive Range Rovers, as opposed to those over at the Ritz who tend to get chauffeured around." Full review
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Many choose to sample the cross-cultural cuisine offered in the Asian Gallery restaurant hidden in back.
The Telegraph
8.0
"Madrid’s Westin Palace brings traditional glamour and sumptuous comfort to the heart of the Spanish capital." Full review
Hotel Preciados
c/ Preciados 37, 28013 Madrid
From $65/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"The plain classic architectural style of this building, dating back to the 19C, contrasts with the modern, fully equipped interior."
Fodor's
"In a 19th-century building on the quieter edge of one of Madrid's main shopping areas, this hotel is both charming and convenient." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range Hotel Preciados VIP has a wonderful location in the heart of Madrid, between Sol and Gran Via." Full review
Star Service
"An oft-overlooked operation that is one of the friendlier and better-equipped boutique-hotels in Madrid. Low rates and high standards translate into great value for couples and commercial travelers." Full review
Time Out
"This four-star hotel is set in a restored 19th century building in Calle Preciados and has a meeting room, a cocktail saloon and a restaurant." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The four-star Preciados is one of the most popular hotels in Madrid." Full review
Frommer's
"Location is about as central as you can find in Madrid...rooms are soothing and quiet. While some doubles are quite spacious and can accommodate an extra cot for a child" Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Preciados gets rave reviews for its service. Soft lighting, light shades and plentiful glass personalise the rooms and provide an intimate feel." Full review