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Melia Madrid PrincesavsRoom Mate Mario
Both Room Mate Mario and Melia Madrid Princesa are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Room Mate Mario scores slightly higher than Melia Madrid Princesa. Room Mate Mario has a TripExpert Score of 82 with endorsements from 11 sources like The Telegraph, Time Out and Oyster.
Melia Madrid Princesa
Michelin Guide
Oyster
Star Service
Fodor's
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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
Room Mate Mario
Rough Guide Fodor's
Insight Guides
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Lonely Planet Oyster The Telegraph
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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
OysterBudget
"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 Telegraph7.0
"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
