Gran Hotel Ingles - The Leading Hotels Of The World - Madrid
40.415962, -3.699661Overview
5-star luxury hotel in Madrid's literary quarter, established in 1886 as the city's first luxury hotel
History & Character
Gran Hotel Inglés opened in 1886 as the first luxury hotel in Madrid and was the first hotel in the city to introduce electric lighting and a restaurant. The hotel's literary salon honors famous authors who once gathered here, and the property holds a MICHELIN Key. Gran Hotel Inglés is also recognized as a Leader in Sustainability by The Leading Hotels of the World.
Rooms & Design
The hotel offers 48 rooms that blend the original Art Deco style from the 1920s with contemporary comforts. Each room includes a seating area, flat-screen TV, and spacious bathrooms with L'Occitane products. Room categories range from Deluxe Double Rooms to the Echegaray Suite, with some offering private balconies or terraces.
Dining & Entertainment
Guests can dine at the in-house restaurant offering local cuisine, with à la carte buffet breakfast each morning. The cocktail-bar LobByto serves craft cocktails and wine in the hotel's hall, and evening live music performances take place in the lobby. Themed dinner nights and pub crawls are organized for guests, along with walking tours and classes about local culture.
Wellness & Activities
The wellness center features a spa with Sisley experiences, including facials, body treatments, and massages, plus a fitness center with personal trainer and yoga classes. Guests can also book beauty services such as manicures, pedicures, and hair treatments. Bicycle rental and live music/performance are available for active exploration and entertainment.
Location & Services
Set in Barrio de las Letras, the hotel is 300 meters from Puerta del Sol and 600 meters from the Prado Museum and Plaza Mayor. The property offers a business center, meeting/banquet facilities, and a concierge service that arranges airport shuttles, car hire, and tour desk assistance. Pet-friendly amenities include pet baskets and bowls, while families can use babysitting services, kids' outdoor play equipment, and strollers.
- History: First luxury hotel in Madrid (1886), first to introduce electric lighting and a restaurant
- Rooms: 48 Art Deco rooms with L'Occitane amenities and private balconies
- Dining: Restaurant with à la carte breakfast and LobByto cocktail bar with live music
- Wellness: Sisley spa, fitness center, personal trainer, and yoga classes
- Sustainability: Recognized as a Leader in Sustainability by The Leading Hotels of the World
- Location: Barrio de las Letras, 300 m from Puerta del Sol, 600 m from Prado Museum
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
Essential information about Gran Hotel Ingles - The Leading Hotels Of The World
| 💵 Lowest room price | 552 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 14.7 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas, MAD |
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