A vibrant capital, Madrid merges its historic past, featuring renowned museums and palaces, iconic parks, and charming alleyways, with contemporary neighborhoods where cafes, designer boutiques, and lively bars bring the areas to life. Heading towards four 5-star hotels in Madrid who make the city shine with their personality and prestige.
Brach Madrid
For over a century, the Brach Madrid building has stood proudly on the legendary Gran Vía, the beating heart of the Spanish capital. Built between 1919 and 1922 by Jerónimo Pedro Mathet Rodriguez, this historic building is reborn today with the poetic vision of Philippe Starck. Behind its white stone facade, the’5-star hotel The 57 rooms (25 to 40 m²) including 4 suites (53 to 73 m²) blend Art Deco charm with contemporary elegance, where woven leather, artwork, terracotta, and jatoba woodwork evoke the light of Spain.
The Brach restaurant, by chef Adam Bentalha, celebrates Mediterranean and Eastern flavors in a decor reminiscent of Madrid cafes, while the pastry shop and cocktail bar reinvent the capital's gourmet rituals.
A true haven of well-being, almost dreamlike, in white accented with gold, the La Capsule spa unfolds its 400 m² around a 20-meter pool, an infrared sauna, a hammam, and myBlend and Clarins Precious treatments.
Green Globe certified, the Brach Madrid establishes itself as one of the new benchmarks among 5-star hotels in Madrid, embodying a sustainable and vibrant art of living, faithful to the Evok Collection philosophy: to poetically and precisely sublimate the Spanish soul without betraying its history.
BRAC Madrid
57 keys, prices starting from 456 euros
20, Gran Vía, Centro, Madrid, Spain
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The 5-star hotel in Madrid © Brach
The Ernesto suite at the luxury hotel © Brach
Hyatt Thompson Hotels
The first hotel under the brand in Europe, Hyatt Thompson Madrid is located in two historic buildings on Calle de la Montera, just steps from Gran Vía and Puerta del Sol. Combining architectural heritage with modernist design, the’5-star hotel in Madrid The property offers 175 keys, including a duplex penthouse. Some rooms feature private terraces with city views. Marble, wood, and leather come together in a contemporary, elegant, and meticulously crafted style, where the lines of each piece of furniture harmonize in a refined manner. Between the rooftop pool, The Omar restaurant, and the Hijos de Tomás bar, the establishment promises a charming stay in the heart of the city.
Hyatt Thompson Hotels
175 keys, prices starting from 280 euros
Plaza del Carmen, Centro, Madrid, Spain
The Junior Suite at the hotel in Madrid © Thompson Madrid
3. Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid
Quintessence of luxury and refinement, the Mandarin Oriental Ritz Madrid embodies over a century of Belle Époque elegance in the heart of the Spanish capital. Founded by César Ritz and supported by King Alfonso XIII, the 3-Michelin-key hotel remains a benchmark today, with architecture and interiors of monumental splendor. The rooms and suites of the’Luxury hotel and spa, renovated in 2021, are adorned with moldings, gold accents, designer armchairs, and silky fabrics. The prestigious suites are distinguished by their sumptuous, almost princely decor. The recently appointed spa and fitness center is made of white/grey marble and gold, illuminated by large crystal chandeliers. On the gastronomic front, the establishment shines with Deessa, a two-Michelin-starred Mediterranean restaurant, the Palm Court for a delightful tea, and the Pictura bar.
Mandarin Oriental Ritz
158 keys, prices starting from 1,122 euros
5, Lealtad Square, Retiro, Madrid, Spain
The luxury hotel in Madrid © Ritz
4. The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid
The Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid, has been an emblem of Madrid's prestige since 1912. Located in the heart of the city's golden triangle, steps from the Prado and major museums, the’luxury hotel The Belle Époque era blends seamlessly with contemporary luxury, enhanced by meticulous renovations. The establishment boasts 470 refined rooms and suites, each equipped with the latest technology while preserving exceptional historical elements. The majestic 168 m² Royal Suite features an oval living room, library, dining room, and chef's kitchen, offering a direct view of Neptune's fountain. The gastronomic experiences are worthy of the venue: La Cúpula restaurant-bar, renowned for its imposing stained-glass dome, and the 27 Club for inventive cocktails and a confidential ambiance. Sophistication in all its splendor...
The Palace
470 keys, prices starting from 835 euros
Plaza de las Cortes, 7, Centro, 28014 Madrid, Spain
A room in the luxury hotel in Madrid © The Palace
5. Unique Hotel
In the heart of Madrid's prestigious «Golden Mile,» the Unico Hotel hides behind a classic 19th-century façade, revealing a contemporary and refined boutique hotel. Its 44 rooms feature high ceilings, large windows, and elegant furnishings. El Patio de Claudio restaurant stands as a Spanish bistro where cuisine and fine wines are savored at a leisurely pace, while the indoor garden and English Bar offer intimate spaces for flavorful cocktails and delicate conversations. Treatment cabins and a fitness room complete the experience.
A room in the luxury hotel © Hotel Unico
