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The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Gran Via

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Suite

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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Marqués de Valdeiglesias, 1, (Esq. Gran Via, 2) , Madrid, Madrid, 28004
  • Place, Gran Via
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza de Cibeles
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerta del Sol
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Terrace

Deluxe Room, Terrace

  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Room, City View

Grand Room, City View

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Classic Quadruple Room

Classic Quadruple Room

  • 70 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Madrid

Central Madrid getaway .Within a 10-minute walk of this Madrid Centro hotel, you'll find Gran Via and Puerta del Sol. Also, Prado Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Plaza Mayor is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gran Via - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Plaza de Cibeles - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Puerta del Sol - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Plaza de Santa Ana - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Banco de Espana Station - 4 min walk
  • Madrid Recoletos Station - 10 min walk
  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Circulo de Bellas Artes - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pink's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ôven Mozzarella Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vinitus - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels

5-star luxury hotel near Gran Via
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A health club, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at the luxury The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Madrid hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 1917
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels offers 76 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Madrid hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include sports massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body scrubs.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (EUR 39 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends; EUR 29.32 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Library
  • Stereo

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (47 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Portable hoist available
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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
The credit card presented at check-in should be the same card used at time of booking. If the credit card holder is not on the reservation, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival to confirm identification.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed in August.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 110.0 per night.

Property payment types

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 29.32 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 110 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 39 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 110.0 per night

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

This hotel will place an advance authorization equal to the first night's stay and taxes for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

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.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Principal Madrid Hotel
Principal Hotel
Principal Madrid
Principal Madrid Small Luxury Hotels World Hotel
Principal Small Luxury Hotels World Hotel
Principal Madrid Small Luxury Hotels World
Principal Small Luxury Hotels World
Principal Small Hotels World

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 733 out of 965 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 965 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 965 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 965 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 965 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

andrea

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The welcome drink was a nice touch however the mattress was not comfortable due to softness/compression from wear and tear.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful two nights. The staff was great the room clean comfortable and a great sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan J, Miami

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel,lovely staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed friendly, professional staff and location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All round great location & hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

debera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Friendly staff. Nice balcony bar. Will stay again. Comfortable room, bed and bedding. Huge white bath sheet which I love. The shower head was okay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great boutique hotel, well located especially when new to Madrid.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector, Sacramento

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a prime location if you want to visit The Prado, have a night out in Chueca, or simply want to do some shopping on Gran Via.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Great location. Boutique luxury with great staff and service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were incredibly welcoming upon arrival. We have been to Madrid several times and always stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

IUMY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful unique place with superb customer service will always go back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Froylan, kogarah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
The door men were very friendly and always so helpful. Wasn’t able to go into my room until 4:30pm as it wasn’t ready. Location was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Diamondis

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Golan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, staff great, views of Madrid were fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krishna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Waukesha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Common areas patios outdoor space were fantastic. The room sizes ans noise level were abit disappointing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

New Home in Madrid

They hugged me when they saw me again! I stayed there in December. They are beyond loving and caring! This hotel is my home in Madrid- beautiful and excellent location too!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025