Hotel Room Mate AliciavsRoom Mate Mario
Both hotels are rated highly by writers. On balance, Hotel Room Mate Alicia is the choice of most writers compared to Room Mate Mario. Hotel Room Mate Alicia scores 83 with recommendations from 8 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Fodor's.
Hotel Room Mate Alicia
C/ Prado, 2, 28014 Madrid
From $135/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide
"In a great location – if a little noisy."
Fodor's
"The all-white lobby... and the fancy gastrobar facing Plaza Santa Ana set the hip mood for the mostly young urbanites who stay in this former trench coat factory." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Alicia is crisp and contemporary, with light-wood wall panels and brightly colored bed throws offsetting the otherwise all-white décor." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The ideal location for those wanting to be in the thick of Madrid’s vibrant nightlife. This clean cut ultra-modern hotel is affordable to most travellers yet luxurious at the same time."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"One of the landmark properties of the designer Room Mate chain of hotels, Hotel Alicia overlooks Plaza de Santa Ana with beautiful, spacious rooms." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Located on a buzzing square in the bohemian neighbourhood of Barrio de las Letras is the stylish Room Mate Alicia." Full review
Frommer's
"Some of the rooms that overlook the plaza have extremely high windows. The target audience is young travelers who stay out all night...room pricing is very mercurial, though, and can go up and down" Full review
Room Mate Mario Show All Reviews
Campomanes 4, 28013 Madrid
From $100/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"Hip, designer hotel with a perfect spot on a pleasant street."
Fodor's
"Features bold modern style at a good price and is a welcome alternative to Madrid's traditional hotel options." Full review
Insight Guides
"This is a modern hotel decorated in a strikingly minimalist style with beautiful lighting and original bathrooms."
Travel + Leisure
"Edgy, post-modern design defines this budget-boutique hotel, located across from the Teatro Real opera house." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"An artsy, contemporary hotel, Mario is ideal for those looking for something a bit different at the right price."
Time Out
"Especially popular among a design-appreciative public... Room Mate Mario oozes affordable chic." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Entering this swanky boutique hotel is like crossing the threshold of Madrid’s latest nightclub." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"The Mario is one of the Room Mate chain’s more budget-friendly options, and caters to a younger crowd. It has a modern atmosphere and lower prices than other properties in the area." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Room Mate hotels have a clear identity: bright colours, cool but comfortable style, great locations, smiling staff and an unpretentious vibe." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"From the get-go, Mario looks as if it springs from a home décor magazine. The entryway is decorated with a Philippe Starck-esque hanging black-crystal chandelier and a cream shag rug." Full review