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Posada del Leon de OrovsThe Principal Madrid
Both properties are praised by professional travelers. On balance, The Principal Madrid is preferred by most writers compared to Posada del Leon de Oro. The Principal Madrid is ranked #20 in Madrid with positive reviews from 11 sources such as Mr & Mrs Smith, Jetsetter and Wallpaper.
Posada del Leon de Oro
Michelin Guide
Rough Guide
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
Oyster
Time Out
The Guardian Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Cava Baja, 12, 28005 Madrid
From $62/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Michelin Guide "This hotel is teeming with charm."
Rough Guide "This former inn has been converted into a chic, designer hotel with seventeen large, individually decorated rooms."
Fodor's "This beautifully refurbished late-19th-century guesthouse is nestled in one of the most happening streets of the city." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Next door to Posada del Dragón and a similarly spectacular place, this rehabilitated inn has muted colour schemes and generally large rooms." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A traditional inn set around a courtyard is now a smart four-star boutique hotel that is full of character and has a relaxed vibe." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 17-room Posada del Leon de Oro is an upper-middle-range boutique hotel with an unbeatable location in central Madrid's lively La Latina area." Full review
Time Out "All soundproofed rooms at the Hotel Posada del León de Oro have air conditioning, under-floor heating, minibar and safe. There is also a flat-screen TV in each room and a modern private bathroom." Full review
The Guardian "My favourite is the Posada del León de Oro...of particular interest are the sections of medieval wall that can be seen through a glass floor in the restaurant. "
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Muted colour schemes and generally large rooms. There's a corrala at its core and thoroughly modern rooms along one of Madrid's best-loved streets. The downstairs bar is terrific." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Muted colour schemes and generally large rooms. There's a corrala (traditional internal or communal patio) at its core and thoroughly modern rooms along one of Madrid's best-loved streets. " Full review
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
