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The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels

Property class: 5 and above
5-star luxury hotel near Gran Via

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A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a lamp, and a view of a building through the window.
A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, each with candles and wine glasses.
A modern living room with a dark brown sofa, a glass coffee table, and a side table with bottles and glasses. There are framed pictures on the wall and a lamp next to the sofa.
A grand entrance with a staircase leading to a wooden interior, flanked by two potted plants and a sign indicating the building is 'The Principal Madrid'.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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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)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a window with a view of buildings, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Junior Suite

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a small round table, and a bathroom with a black tiled wall and a white sink.

Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Room

A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a bedside table with a plant, and framed artwork on the wall.

Classic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a bench, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, City View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a small round table, and a bathroom with a black tiled wall and a white sink.

Deluxe Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Terrace

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a bench, and artwork on the wall.

Deluxe Room, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Grand Room, City View

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and artwork on the wall.

Grand Room, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a sofa, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

  • City view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Madrid

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

What's nearby

  • Gran Via - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Plaza de Cibeles - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Puerta del Sol - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Plaza de Santa Ana - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Plaza Mayor - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

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

  • ‪Honest Greens - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Circulo de Bellas Artes - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mercado de la Reina - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pink's - ‬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 150.0 per night.

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 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 150.0 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels to the airport?

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels is 10.7 mi (17-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 The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels on Nov 15, 2026 start from $409, including 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 The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels have an airport shuttle?

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 110 per vehicle, one-way.

Does The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 29.32 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Gran Via (4-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 39 per night.

Does The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels have a pool?

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels does not have a pool.

Does The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels have a restaurant?

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels is home to Ático Restaurante, which features local cuisine.

Does The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body scrubs, body treatments, and massages.

How close is The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels to downtown Madrid?

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels is 0.4 mi away from Madrid.

The Principal Madrid, Small Luxury Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 774 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1005 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great breakfast and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with phenomenal service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in nice location with friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with fantastic access to the city.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, well located, nice terase. Just a small thing: I had to log back into the WiFi every time I returned to the hotel, basically every time I left I got disconnected.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - quiet - and delightfully well kept - very nice hotel in a fantastic location. Staff is attentive and always eager to help. Will return yet again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Easily walkable to landmarks shopping, and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing place & Great Location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
…from start to finish, this hotel is excellent on every level…
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional hotel is every respect.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, great staff, nice property. They even provided cava and cake in the room for my son’s birthday, what a nice surprise. Our second visit here, hotel I recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I feel this is no where a luxury property. It’s a good property but certainly 3plus or 4 star
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very small and the bathroom has a tub shower which is dangerous to get in and out of due to a glass partition. Very friendly staff and excellent food in the dinning room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is incredible!!!!!! Clean, well run and excellent food!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was amazing. Great English which helped us out. Clean and one of the best breakfasts of our trip. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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