The Westin Palace MadridvsInterContinental Madrid, an IHG Hotel
Both The Westin Palace Madrid and InterContinental Madrid are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, The Westin Palace Madrid is the choice of most writers compared to InterContinental Madrid. The Westin Palace Madrid has a TripExpert Score of 89 with positive reviews from 13 sources like Michelin Guide, 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
InterContinental Madrid, an IHG Hotel Show All Reviews
Paseo de la Castellana, 49, 28046 Madrid
From $211/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Attractive inner terrace-patio and extremely comfortable guestrooms."
Frommer's
"The dependable yet stylish InterContinental lies behind a barrier of trees in a neighborhood of apartment houses and luxury hotels." Full review
Jetsetter
"Modest Madrid hotel with two restaurants and a bar on one of the city’s most famous streets." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Modern glass-and-brick hotel on Madrid's storied Paseo de la Castellana, with a prime location for business (the hotel is a stone's throw from the financial district) and excellent service." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This hotel is conveniently situated in the centre of the downtown business district and has spacious rooms and suites that all come with modern amenities."
Time Out
"The InterContinental is a long-standing Madrid favourite. The elegant decor in the lobby extends to the rooms, most of which overlook the Paseo de la Castellana." Full review
Star Service
"For commercial travelers (especially Americans) this is a knight in shining armor." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The Intercontinental suits top executives in town on business and guests who appreciate quality and attention to detail." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A former Duke’s palace sexed up with gothic-inspired metal work, splashes of Art Deco and modernist-rationalist curves." Full review
Gayot
"This landmark property enjoys one of the city's most prestigious addresses. "