Belle Époque salon
Caped porters welcome guests into a grand Belle Époque rotunda, where diplomats and locals gather for afternoon vermouth.
“The iconic Palace returns with the splendour of a grande dame following a histroic refurbishment.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Lázaro Rosa-Violán restored the 1,875-pane stained-glass dome alongside hand-painted botanical wallcoverings.
Remarkable
Commissioned by King Alfonso XIII in 1912, pioneering Madrid's first en-suite hotel bathrooms.
Remarkable
An enduring Madrid salon where writers and diplomats gather over Manzanilla martinis.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
UK Hot List
Condé Nast Traveler
2026
Also in Wallpaper*.
The original stained-glass dome is still in place above the reception, while guest rooms are high-tech beneath their old-fashioned dress — rooms feature spacious, efficient bathrooms and soundproof windows
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Situated in the UNESCO-listed Landscape of Light, the hotel is steps from the Prado Museum, Thyssen-Bornemisza, and the Spanish parliament.
The rooms
Interiors feature botanical wallpapers and herringbone wood floors, paired with restored Navona marble bathrooms and views of the Neptune Fountain.
The gym and spa
The 24-hour fitness center fills with natural light, and the wellness area includes an on-site sauna and treatment suite.
Dogs stay too.
Bar
27 Club
Original wood paneling and illustrated portraits line the salon, where bartenders shake whiskey sours and martinis with a Manzanilla twist.
The material palette favours timeless finishes – rich woods, elegant metals and tactile textiles – while incorporating modern textures to create depth and contrast.
At the table
La Cúpula sits beneath the restored 1912 stained-glass dome, serving contemporary Spanish dishes and hosting Sunday brunch with live opera.
How it began
A wartime field hospital and longtime retreat for artists and dignitaries, the 1912 grande dame emerged from a sweeping multi-year restoration in 2025.
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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.