Emphasising both comfort and design, owners made a space with bold colours, exposed brick, graphic prints and other funky decor elements.

Excelente location near plenty of shops & restaurants and only a short walk from Grand Via.

Chic, airy in-room aesthetic ‘cos sometimes you just need a modern retreat after touring all those historic hotspots.

Fabulously located right around the corner from Gran Via.

19th-century building, 21st-century style – tucked in the lovely Salamanca district (boutiques, boutiques, boutiques).

Retreat from the buzz to the whimsical rooftop for al fresco light bites & a cocktail (or two) dished up from an old-school food truck.

20th-century building effortlessly blends classic comfort with mod cons like free WiFi.

Five minutes on foot gets you to the metro or the Plaza; ten minutes gets you to the Royal Palace.

Gay-friendly Axel brand has a new home in the famous Barrio de las Letras, a boho ‘hood loaded with killer shops and amazing eats.

A restored royal residence, all sumptuous leather, dark wood paneling and elegant, curvaceous furniture. Crown, please.

Chill, stylishly-designed rooms boast marble bathrooms with walk-in showers, Nespresso machines, a mini library & more.

Central location is blister-free walking distance from plentiful shopping, dining and the metro station at Puerta del Sol.

Emphasising both comfort and design, owners made a space with bold colours, exposed brick, graphic prints and other funky decor elements.

Refurbished 16th century beaut in the heart of Alcalá de Henares with Madrid city centre just 30 minutes away.

Solid style aces the eye test.

18th-century building preserves original features like the interior courtyard but keeps ya up to date with mod cons like free WiFi.

Quiet setting on the edge of the city – situated about a 20-min drive from the centre.

The perfect sightseeing home base, steps from Gran Vía and mins from Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor.

Play your part in history at the most important square in the city: Plaza Mayor.

Perched right on Calle de las Huertas, one of the most famous pedestrian roads, known for its literary significance.

Situated in a Hayón-designed icon just outside the centre, perf for a low-key vibe yet easy access to hotspots like the Gran Vía.

Suuuuper crazy-ultra-central home base in lovely Madrid, literally 50 giant steps from Puerta del Sol (someone counted!).

Tapas, Andalucian eats, Mediterranean fare & more – all nearby.

Refreshingly simple rooms, ’cause sometimes frills are overkill.

You spent 10 solid minutes prepping for that presentation, so celebrate your ‘dedication' with a drink (or three) at the bar.

The latest outpost from the partnership between Pestana Hotel Group and football star Cristiano Ronaldo.

Strolling distance from shops, restaurants and must-visits like the Royal Palace of Madrid.

Just off the motorway, close to a massive shopping centre (IKEA, anyone?).