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Powered By TripAdvisorA Refined Museum Hotel in Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art
Powered By TripAdvisorSurrounded by some of Madrid’s most important museums and landmarks, in a neighborhood known for its traditional architecture, Hotel Villa Real 5* invites travelers to experience the Spanish capital from the center of it all. Choose from a variety of accommodations, all with a sleek design and views of the Congress of Deputies or Plaza de las Cortes. Relax with delectable tapas and traditional Mediterranean fare, sip cocktails by the rooftop pool, or venture out to explore all that the city has to offer. Highlights of the hotel include:
- 115 guestrooms and grand suites, all with a balcony or terrace where guests can unwind
- A luxurious tapas bar offering Mediterranean-inspired dishes and creative cuisine
- Seasonal rooftop bar with specialty cocktails overlooking the bustling city center
- A fitness center for wellness enthusiasts as well as varied meeting spaces
- Unrivalled location near public transit and within walking distance of major sights
With a focus on art and history, the hotel is a museum in itself, showcasing a selection of restored Roman and Syrian mosaics, 20 Apulian vessels from Magna Graecia, and more than 100 pieces of ancient artwork scattered throughout hotel common areas, corridors, and guestrooms.
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Accommodations
Throughout Villa Real 5*’s 115 accommodations guests are enveloped in an atmosphere of refined luxury and warmth. Traditional furnishings, baths clad in elegant marble, and neutral colors accented by dark wood are found across the hotel’s variety of room types.
Looking onto the calm interior courtyard, Superior Rooms offer space for solo travelers or couples with a sofa seating area. The Superior Room with View features all the same amenities with added bonus views overlooking Madrid’s Plaza de las Cortes. Larger options include Junior Suites with balconies affording outdoor space and views of the Calle del Pardo and separate living rooms; Deluxe Junior Suites that spread across two floors and offer much of the same; Family Rooms perfect for groups or traveling with children; the hotel’s two Suites – both of which feature two floors, spacious outdoor terraces, and are decorated with fine furniture and pieces of priceless art; and the Suite Premium, with 56 sq m that features a lobby and a small balcony, a jetted tub with separate shower and whose decoration stands out for the use of noble materials and works of art, such as an original Roman mosaic.
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At Hotel Villa Real 5*, guests are invited to indulge like a local with a refined tapas restaurant and a rooftop bar with views of the city.
East 47 – One of the most modern venues in downtown Madrid, the hotel’s signature restaurant offers elevated tapas and traditional Mediterranean-inspired dishes, like Iberian ham or croquettes, paired with elegant, New York-style design. In the spring and summer, the restaurant’s terrace, nestled in the Plaza de las Cortes, is the perfect spot to enjoy an al fresco meal in the sunshine.
Villa Real Rooftop – During the summer months, guests can head up to the exclusive rooftop bar for sips and snacks by the pool overlooking Madrid’s city center.
Activities at Hotel Villa Real 5*
Located in the heart of Madrid’s “Art Triangle” – an area of the city between its three most famous museums – the hotel is a great starting point for exploring Madrid’s top landmarks including El Prado Museum, Reina Sofía National Art Museum and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. Throughout these three extensive museum exhibits travelers can view one of the finest collections of European art, modern Spanish art, and the works that came between. Other activities and attractions include El Retiro Park, a large leafy space perfect for an afternoon stroll, the Spanish Royal Palace, and Gran Vía, one of the city's most important shopping areas and entertainment districts.
With a location surrounded by so many of the Spanish capital’s most-visited landmark, spending time inside Hotel Villa Real 5* is a relaxing treat. Enjoy tapas at the bar and restaurant, relax in refined accommodations, enjoy a cup of coffee on a balcony overlooking the city’s bustling streets, soak in the outdoor pool in summer, or work out in the compact and efficient fitness room with a sauna. Outside, history, culture, cuisine, art, and architecture await.
Location
Set in the heart of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art, offering panoramic views of the Spanish Parliament and easy access to many local attractions, Hotel Villa Real 5* is just minutes from the airport and steps from public transit and rail.
Address
Plaza de las Cortes 10, Madrid, Madrid, Spain
Transportation
- Public Transit
- The Madrid-Atocha train station is just six minutes away by car
- Metro and bus stops are available within blocks of the hotel
- Airport
- Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is 16.1 km / 19.6 mi away – approximately 25 minutes by car
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Swimming pool is questionable
Wed Aug 13 2025 07:12:52 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by sonia s
I would say this hotel is more a 4 star than a 5 star. During our 5 day stay, the reception doors were only held open for us once which is normally routine at 5 star hotels. The rooms are very small, especially the room we were given had no drawers at all to put our clothing away. There were just a few hangers in the cupboard. There's no iron in the rooms but obviously you can for reception to bring you one. However, when we opened the ironing board, the legs fell off and collapsed on the floor. You'd think this would be checked. Breakfast options are great, as is the service there. The bar and service is also really good too . The free mini bar is a nice touch but it would be nice to have at least a small bottle of wine in the selection to go with the beers and soft drinks. Now, the pool. It's not really a pool, more a hot tub which doesn't work as a hot tub (there's a button for the jets but it doesn't work). It's really small and there's no shade. You also can't smell any chlorine so not sure exactly how clean it is. There's also no rooftop bar as advertised. They order the drinks up from the bar and then cheekily charge you a room service fee. Location wise it's great although there's a lot of road closures around this hotel so getting a taxi or Uber can sometimes be a bit tricky.
Excellent!
Mon Aug 11 2025 10:31:07 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by borj2anthony
For the price that we paid for 3 nights, I think it is reasonable. It is perfectly located, it is easy to take an uber wherever you go that will only cost you €6-8. What I love about this hotel is the variety of beverage in the fridge, which is included to what we paid, and it get replace everyday! Nowhere in UsA you find that kind of deal. Room is clean, and classy, staff are polite and nice. Deserve a five star rating!
Wonderful hotel!
Thu Jul 31 2025 19:23:15 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by LFeiteira
Wonderful hotel! This hotel is wonderful, beautiful building, wonderful staff, and the perfect location! The hotel is located in a great location that made it easy to explore the surrounding area and get to the areas we wanted to visit. Lobby is beautiful with helpful and friendly staff. The rooms are very spacious with gorgeous views from the balcony and comfortable beds. Turn down service was a nice surprise with the option to call down for a custom pillow and rose left by the bed. Breakfast buffet was very good. The hotel also has a beautiful collection of art and archeology! I wouldn’t stay anywhere else when in Madrid!
Fantastically located, clean, friendly and professional
Tue Jul 15 2025 06:34:43 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by LadyDaffodil
Fantastic location within the old town on one side and Spanish parliamentary on the other and the centre with shops are within a 10 minute stroll away. Lovely hotel. All staff were pleasant and gave a relaxed professional and friendly atmosphere throughout. So clean, welcoming and polite and generally go the extra mile where ever possible. The reception area with complimentary sweet is a lovely touch, as is the free water by the pool. It would be nice to have other soft drinks and possible snacks available for by the pool too - think it would make use of the pool boys alot more then too. Also, the pool is so cold, would be good to have it slightly heated. The room is cleaned and checked multiple times a day. It has complimentary soft drinks refilled daily and also coffee. Disappointed that there was no tea for the room and when we asked reception for some tea - we were charged €15…. Extortionate, Tea should be complimentary like coffee as it is everywhere else.
Great boutique, artsy hotel in Madrid
Wed Jul 09 2025 15:34:06 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by julia13travels
I've stayed at this hotel twice and loved it each time. The interior is beautiful and the staff are friendly. My favorite part is the museum and the art pieces in the room; they're such a great addition! The location is great, close to Sol, the Prado, and Gran Vía. Definitely give it a try if you're visiting Madrid!
