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Hotel Francisco I

Property class: 4
4-star Beaux Arts hotel near Puerta del Sol

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A balcony with a wicker lounge chair, a tray with pastries, a glass of juice, a cup of coffee, a vase with flowers, and an open magazine.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, seating areas, and a staircase.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a TV, and a bathroom with a stone wall.
A modern reception area with a black and white color scheme, a sign reading "FRANCISCO," and a glass door leading to a room with a wooden door.
A modern lounge area with two white upholstered chairs, a glass coffee table, and a marble floor.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Calle Arenal, 15, Madrid, Madrid, 28013
  • Place, Plaza Mayor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerta del Sol
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gran Via
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass desk, and a view of the outside.

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a glass desk, and a view of the outside.

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(72 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, and a window with multiple panes.

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a window.

Superior Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass table, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoor balcony.

Double Room, Terrace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of buildings outside.

Premier Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Madrid

Central Madrid getaway .At this Madrid Centro hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, both within a 5-minute walk. Gran Via and Royal Palace of Madrid are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Plaza Mayor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Miguel Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Puerta del Sol - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gran Via - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Palace of Madrid - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Opera Station - 2 min walk
  • Madrid Recoletos Station - 4 min drive
  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolatería San Ginés - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chocolateria 1902 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tapa Tapa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Steakburger Arenal - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Paraíso del Jamon - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Francisco I

4-star Beaux Arts hotel near Puerta del Sol
Hotel Francisco I offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. The business-friendly Hotel Francisco I also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This 4-star Madrid hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Francisco I offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle available on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.0 per day.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 55 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Francisco Hotel
Francisco I
Francisco I Madrid
Hotel Francisco
Hotel Francisco I
Hotel Francisco I Madrid
Francisco i Hotel
Francisco i Madrid
Hotel Francisco I Hotel
Hotel Francisco I Madrid
Hotel Francisco I Hotel Madrid

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Francisco I to the airport?

Hotel Francisco I is 10.5 mi (25-min drive) away from the Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Francisco I?

As of Nov 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Francisco I on Dec 8, 2026 start from CA $325, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Francisco I have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Francisco I offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 55 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Hotel Francisco I offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Francisco I, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Francisco I?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Gran Via (9-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Francisco I?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Francisco I?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Francisco I have a pool?

Hotel Francisco I does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Francisco I have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Francisco I to downtown Madrid?

Hotel Francisco I is 0.2 mi away from Madrid.

Hotel Francisco I Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 801 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1004 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay with beautiful decor and floral decorations . Staff was amazing . Highly recommended a stay !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Outstanding location and very pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really like the proximity of the hotel, close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Staff helpful Breakfast awesome Price reasonable Location unbeatable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best breakfast with best staff, clean & well maintained room, close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very nice rooms, and with the breakfast buffet included, it was an outstandingly great stay for the price paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast is excellent! Hotel very well located.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent. So close to everything! The breakfast was spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The staff was so helpful and lovely! They let us check in early and leave our bags late. The breakfast was outstanding and the location can’t be beat!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, excellence, staff, great breakfast, major attraction.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in the heart of madrid. Very clean and comfortable. Wonder breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location the reception staff could not of been more helpful with us,the room was cleaned to a high standard and beds changed and made up every day
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fantastic. Room was perfect for what we needed and in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located, friendly staff, great breakfast, modern, clean rooms with air conditioning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My “home away” when I’m in Madrid. I’ve been going to this hotel for the last 7 years at least once/year
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location , I will recommend this place to anybody. The staff are super.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous breakfast!!! Great location and very happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was always friendly, great location and amazing breakfast
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Superb location and delicious breakfast! We were able to walk to most of the Madrid center without a problem. We loved our stay at the Hotel Francisco I.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was located perfectly close to everything. Walkable to many sites and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. The staff are very helpful. The breakfast are pretty good.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Lication!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the breakfast was the best we have had in Europe. The hotel is located on a beautiful street in a vibrant area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean rooms! Bed was very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026