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Intur Palacio San MartinvsMelia Madrid Princesa
Both properties are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Melia Madrid Princesa is the choice of most professionals compared to Intur Palacio San Martin. Melia Madrid Princesa is ranked #33 in Madrid with endorsements from 5 publications such as Oyster, Star Service and The Telegraph.
Intur Palacio San Martin
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Oyster
Fodor's
Time Out
Frommer's
Plaza San Martin, 5, 28013 Madrid
From $99/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Rough Guide "Situated in a historic building in an attractive square alongside the Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales."
Lonely Planet "This beautiful hotel is set on a picturesque plaza and offers simple luxury in rooms that bear the traces of restrained elegance from bygone years." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This hotel dates back to the 15th century and has been converted from two noblemen’s houses into one modern but classic space."
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 94-room, upper-middle-range Intur Palacio San Martin is a charming historic hotel with a wonderful location within easy walking distance of most major attractions." Full review
Fodor's "This hotel...has the marvelous architectural bones of a turn-of-the-mansion with its hand-carved ceilings, marble foyers, and intricate iron balconies." Full review
Time Out "Its comforts are old-school, and thankfully it has maintained much of its former glory, with period façade, high stucco ceilings, wood panelling and an attractive central courtyard." Full review
Frommer's "Outstanding period features include the original facade and inner courtyard as well as wood paneling and stucco ceilings in the rooms." Full review
Melia Madrid Princesa
Michelin Guide Oyster
Star Service Fodor's
The Telegraph
C/ Princesa, 27, 28008 Madrid
From $103/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide "This emblematic hotel has been pleasantly modernised."
OysterLuxury
"Distinctive details that give the interior spaces a modern, arty vibe, such as the funky light fixtures, sleek leather couches, and elegant antiques in the airy lobby." Full review
Star Service "Also known simply as the Melia Madrid, this big glamorous Spanish workhorse overshadows the comparatively staid Husa Princesa with designer digs and trendy common areas." Full review
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The large room count means that staffers are rarely able to accommodate special requests in advance.
Fodor's "In an unbeatable location, this ultramodern hotel retains a few reminders of the era when bullfighters would convene here before setting off to Las Ventas—a few bulls' heads hang in the lounge." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The five-star Meliá Madrid Princesa is a well-established hotel that is very much part of the fabric of the city." Full review
