Restored palace bolthole
A bold scarlet facade on Calle de Atocha gives way to an unexpectedly peaceful courtyard garden shaded by mature trees.
Where it shines
Notable
An 1852 neoclassical palace preserving its landmarked wooden staircase and soaring carriage entryway.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
CoolRooms manages to be discrete, elegant, and relaxed at once. It’s a combination that won us over at first sight.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set in the historic Barrio de las Letras, cobblestone streets lined with literary history and tapas bars sit right outside.
The rooms
Toffee-toned rooms offer remarkably expansive layouts for central Madrid, complete with marble bathrooms and light pouring through tall windows.
The plunge pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A turquoise-tiled plunge pool sits inside the quiet courtyard garden, flanked by sun loungers and ivy-covered walls.
At the table
El Patio de Atocha serves modern Spanish dishes in the courtyard, and El 34 mixes cocktails beside a fluted bar.
How it began
Built in 1852 for a knight of the Order of Charles III, the neoclassical palace still centers on its landmarked wooden staircase.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.