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NH Collection Palacio de TepavsThe Principal Madrid
Both NH Collection Palacio de Tepa and The Principal Madrid are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Principal Madrid ranks slightly higher than NH Collection Palacio de Tepa. The Principal Madrid scores 83 with praise from 11 publications including Jetsetter, goop and Star Service.
NH Collection Palacio de Tepa
Michelin Guide
Rough Guide
Oyster
Star Service
Fodor's
Time Out
Lonely Planet
Condé Nast Traveler
San Sebastian 2, 28012 Madrid
From $120/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "A hotel occupying an aristocratic 18C building with a superb location in the heart of the city's Las Letras district."
Rough Guide "This luxurious new fivestar, 85-room hotel is right in the heart of Huertas, close to Pl. Santa Ana and a stone’s throw away from the big museums."
OysterLuxury
"Though the 85-room NH Palacio is housed in an 18-century building, it has a hip, modern vibe throughout." Full review
Star Service "Standard offerings include flat-screen TVs, minibars with free bottled water, espresso machines, safes, phones, free Wi-Fi and travertine baths with the hotel’s own brand of toiletries." Full review
Fodor's " Interiors are handsome and serious with dark-wood floors, marble bathrooms, and (in some rooms) beamed ceilings and skylights." Full review
Time Out "This centrally located five-star hotel in the heart of the Barrio de Las Letras, combines perfectly the architectural flourishes of the 18th century with new technology. " Full review
Lonely Planet "Inhabiting a 19th-century palace a stone's throw from Plaza de Santa Ana, this flagship property of the respected NH chain has modern designer rooms with hardwood floors and soothing colours." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "For a glamorous old-meets-new hotel in a good part of town, this is an excellent choice." Full review
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For lots of additional space, go for a duplex Family room or junior suite; avoid the cramped single rooms if you can.
The Principal Madrid Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine Star Service
Wallpaper Oyster
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
goop
Travel + Leisure
Mr & Mrs Smith Show All Reviews
C/ Marques de Valdeiglesias 1 | Esq. Gran Via, 28004 Madrid, Spain
From $244/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Condé Nast Traveler "Opened February 2015. Penthouse restaurant Ático serves cocktails and modern cuisine by two Michelin-starred chef Ramón Freixa." Full review
Afar Magazine "You emerge from the elevator into an unpretentious living room of sorts, a refreshing drink and panoramic views of the city’s belle epoque rooftops awaiting you." Full review
Star Service "At the very beginning of Gran Via near Banco de Espana, this historic building was converted from a midrange hotel to one of the area's best." Full review
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Guests can request to borrow iPads from reception.
Wallpaper "The third property from Spanish hotelier Pau Guardens ticks all the boxes you’d expect from a modern abode in the Spanish capital." Full review
OysterLuxury
"The Principal Madrid is a luxury boutique hotel housed in a 1917 building that integrates its historic architectural details with sleek, chic interiors." Full review
Jetsetter "A five-star central Madrid boutique hotel in a landmark 1920s building, with fabulous city views." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Principal is popular with a media and fashion crowd, as well as anyone who wants to be able to walk everywhere." Full review
goop "As far as location goes, the intersection of Gran Via and Marqués de Valdeiglesias can’t be beat—the best museums, squares, parks, and shopping streets are literally steps away." Full review
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In place of a spa there’s an intimate two-person wellness suite and sauna, just make sure to book your massage or facial ahead of time.
Travel + Leisure "Since opening in spring 2015, the Principal Madrid has vaulted to the top of the city's social scene due to its spectacular views over some of the city’s most iconic and ebullient buildings." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Wedged between the historic city centre and the hipster Salesas neighbourhood, The Principal Madrid hotel has much to please in-the-know visitors." Full review
