Theatrical palacete retreat
High colonial archways and blue azulejo tiles frame a theatrical lounge buzzing with neighborhood locals and hotel guests.
Where it shines
Remarkable
Lázaro Rosa-Violán sets Chesterfield armchairs against traditional blue azulejo tilework.
Notable
A book-lined cocktail bar operates behind the preserved facade of an antique bookstore.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Only YOU is cool and elegant, exhibiting just the right mix of old and new.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set on Calle del Barquillo, independent boutiques, lively tapas spots, and the vibrant plazas of Chueca sit right outside.
The rooms
Individually styled rooms feature deep blue palettes and goose feather duvets, facing Calle del Barquillo or quiet interior courtyards.
The spa
Thai Room Wellness draws on Eastern traditions, with Thai massage, Indonesian Jamu bodywork, and herbal steam rituals.
The gym
The fitness room is open around the clock with cardio machines, free weights, and mirrored strength stations.
El Padrino Bar
Red tufted counters and chalkboard pillars fill this former bookstore, which serves craft cocktails alongside Spanish tapas.
At the table
YOUnique Restaurant serves Mediterranean dishes from morning to night across an illuminated lounge and ivy-walled courtyard.
How it began
This restored nineteenth-century palacete was once the residence of the Marquesa of Alhama before its eclectic transformation.
Good to know
Stay here
Only YOU Boutique Hotel
See rooms and prices on Expedia or Booking.com.
Add dates to see the price for your stay.
We may earn a commission when you book through Expedia or Booking.com. It never decides which hotels we include or how we rate them.
Madrid
More like this
Nômade Temple Madrid
“Gran Vía bohemian sanctum”
Barceló Torre de Madrid
“Playful modernist spectacle”
Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor
“Restored baroque guildhouse”
The Principal Madrid Hotel
“Gran Vía rooftop den”
URSO Hotel & Spa
“Restored palacio bolthole”
CoolRooms Palacio de Atocha
“Restored palace bolthole”
JW Marriott Hotel Madrid
“Perfumery-inspired urban atelier”
Hotel Urban
“Industrial art hotel”
The app
Like this one? There are so many more.
Swipe any city’s hotels and heart the ones you love. The app gets your taste.
Our shorthand
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.