Luxury Hotels in Madrid
8 luxury hotels compared on guest reviews. No paid placements.
Our picks
Best overall1.Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World€€€€Google4.7· 2,616 reviewsBooking9.3· 1,432 reviews
Design
Spa & wellness
Dining
8 Recommended Hotels
Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World
Madrid, Spain
Best overallPalacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World is located 300 metres from Madrid's Royal Palace, the Royal Theatre and the Cathedral. It features a seasonal rooftop pool… Read more
Why this position
Among the three highest guest scores of the 8 hotels we rank here — 9.3 from 1,432 reviews. Leads the ranking: the same guest score as #2, on a larger body of reviews (1,432 to 233).
Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid
Madrid, Spain
DesignOpulent and exclusive Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid is located in a Belle Époque palace and offers an experience unlike any other. It features a luxurious Wellness Centre and in suite reservations… Read more
Why this position
Among the three highest guest scores of the 8 hotels we rank here — 9.3 from 233 reviews. The same guest score as #1 (9.3), on a smaller body of reviews (233 to 1,432).
Relais & Châteaux Heritage Hotel offers 5-star accommodation in Madrid, next to Paseo de la Castellana. It is located on a 20th century listed building beautifully decorated with a belle-époque… Read more
Why this position
Among the three highest guest scores of the 8 hotels we rank here — 9.3 from 1,152 reviews. Guests on Booking rate it above #2 (9.3 to 9.3); the two share a Google rating of 4.7, and #2's rests on more reviews (4,472 to 428).
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Four Seasons Hotel Madrid
Madrid, Spain
Spa & wellnessFour Seasons Hotel Madrid in Madrid offers luxurious rooms with city or inner courtyard views, air-conditioning, and modern amenities. Each room includes a private bathroom, minibar, and free WiFi… Read more
Why this position
Among the three highest guest scores of the 8 hotels we rank here — 9.3 from 594 reviews. The same guest score as #3 (9.3), on a smaller body of reviews (594 to 1,152).
Santo Mauro, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid
Madrid, Spain
The Santo Mauro, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid is situated close to Madrid’s Paseo de la Castellana. Free WiFi is available in all areas… Read more
Why this position
Sits behind #4 on both the score (9.0 to 9.3) and the sample it rests on (109 to 594 reviews).
Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
Madrid, Spain
DiningThis boutique hotel houses a permanent display of art from Papua New Guinea. Hotel Urban has a small rooftop swimming pool and a terrace open in summer, and a cocktail bar… Read more
Why this position
Rests on more guest reviews than #5 (782 to 109), at a slightly lower score (8.9 to 9.0).
The Madrid EDITION in Madrid offers a rooftop swimming pool, spa facilities, sauna, fitness centre, sun terrace, garden, restaurant, massage services, bar, and free WiFi… Read more
Why this position
The same guest score as #6 (8.9), on a smaller body of reviews (609 to 782).
BLESS Madrid - The Leading Hotels of the World
Madrid, Spain
Located in the Salamanca district, the most emblematic and exclusive neighborhood in the center of the city, BLESS Hotel Madrid stands out for its unique style and timeless design the work of top… Read more
Why this position
Rests on more guest reviews than #7 (1,220 to 609), at a slightly lower score (8.7 to 8.9).
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When is it cheapest?
Nightly prices over the coming months compared with each hotel's own usual price, from Tripplo's daily price checks.
October
18% dearer
November
2% cheaper
December
22% cheaper
January 2027
25% cheaper
Updated daily. We only show months with price checks from at least eight hotels.
Tripplo’s selection · Founder: Axel Hernborg · Updated 10 October 2026
Ranking updated 2 September 2026
8 hotels compared · How we choose hotels · No paid placements
Compare the hotels
| # | Hotel | Stars | Guest rating | Area | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World | 5★ | Google4.7· 2,616 reviews Booking9.3· 1,432 reviews | Centro | Best overall |
| 2 | Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid | 5★ | Google4.7· 4,472 reviews Booking9.3· 233 reviews | Jerónimos & Retiro | Design |
| 3 | Relais & Châteaux Heritage Hotel | 5★ | Google4.7· 428 reviews Booking9.3· 1,152 reviews | Salamanca & Chamberí | — |
| 4 | Four Seasons Hotel Madrid | 5★ | Google4.6· 3,812 reviews Booking9.3· 594 reviews | Centro | Spa & wellness |
| 5 | Santo Mauro, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid | 5★ | Google4.7· 1,381 reviews Booking9· 109 reviews | Salamanca & Chamberí | — |
| 6 | Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World | 5★ | Google4.5· 2,156 reviews Booking8.9· 782 reviews | Centro | Dining |
| 7 | The Madrid EDITION | 5★ | Google4.4· 1,417 reviews Booking8.9· 609 reviews | Centro | — |
| 8 | BLESS Madrid - The Leading Hotels of the World | 5★ | Google4.5· 1,608 reviews Booking8.7· 1,220 reviews | Salamanca & Chamberí | — |
How we ranked these hotels
10 hotels looked at for this destination: 8 ranked above, 2 more we recommend.
The Google and Booking ratings for these hotels are based on a combined 30,877 reviews reported by the sources. This is not the number of review texts Tripplo has analysed.
How guest ratings, hotel class and facts inform our selections.
Read our methodologyWhere to stay in Madrid?
Areas drawn from our hotels' addresses — updated as the selection changes.
Centro
Best for First-time visitorsThis bustling central core includes the historic neighbourhoods around Sol, Gran Vía, and Plaza de España. It puts visitors within walking distance of major sights like the Royal Palace and the main theatre district.
Salamanca & Chamberí
Best for Luxury shopping and diningThese elegant districts feature quiet, grid-like streets lined with high-end international boutiques and fine restaurants. The area is highly regarded for its refined architectural character and embassy buildings.
Jerónimos & Retiro
Best for Museums and quiet walksA prestigious and quiet residential neighbourhood situated alongside the expansive El Retiro Park. It is home to world-class cultural landmarks including the Prado Museum.
Areas to consider
Avoid staying directly on the busiest stretches of Gran Vía if you are sensitive to street noise and heavy pedestrian crowds, which often persist well into the night.
More hotels we recommend in Madrid
These pass the same checks as the ranked list, but sit outside our top selection for this destination. Several of them lead our all-inclusive and adults-only guides.
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€649about £550
Typical price per night at the luxury hotels we recommend
10 hotels · check-in 14 Oct–12 Nov · two adults, two nights · checked daily by Tripplo
Stays starting on a Friday or Saturday cost around 11% more per night than those starting Sunday to Thursday.
| Hotel | Usual range | Typical |
|---|---|---|
| Barceló Torre de Madrid | Typically €311, usually between €274 and €435 | €311 |
| Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World | Typically €398, usually between €334 and €534 | €398 |
| Relais & Châteaux Heritage Hotel | Typically €563, usually between €464 and €968 | €563 |
| Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World | Typically €621, usually between €499 and €1,273 | €621 |
| Thompson Madrid, by Hyatt | Typically €647, usually between €524 and €1,221 | €647 |
| The Madrid EDITION | Typically €650, usually between €528 and €1,204 | €650 |
| BLESS Madrid - The Leading Hotels of the World | Typically €750, usually between €625 and €1,117 | €750 |
| Santo Mauro, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid | Typically €963, usually between €825 and €1,078 | €963 |
| Four Seasons Hotel Madrid | Typically €1,346, usually between €1,172 and €2,157 | €1,346 |
| Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid | Typically €1,428, usually between €1,143 and €1,812 | €1,428 |
Each bar shows how a hotel's nightly price moved over the period, leaving out the most unusual days. The marker is its typical price.
Every hotel counts once, at its own typical price, so hotels we happened to check more often don't carry more weight. Prices are the lowest rate available for the whole stay, worked out per night in euros.
Tripplo's luxury hotel selection in Madrid — in numbers
Most common facilities
- Free WiFi (10 of 10)
- Parking (10 of 10)
- Bar (8 of 10)
- Pool (8 of 10)
- Restaurant (7 of 10)
- Airport shuttle (7 of 10)
What these hotels do best
- Dining (7 of 10)
- Location (7 of 10)
- Pools (7 of 10)
- Design & architecture (5 of 10)
How we chose these hotels
At our latest review (August 2026) the properties listed above were measured against the same standard: sustained guest scores on both Booking.com and Google — weighted by how many reviews sit behind them — five-star class or an equivalent premium level, a genuinely first-rate location, and facilities that set the hotel apart.
As a guideline we look for around 8.5 or higher on Booking.com, but no single number decides on its own — when the sources disagree, the broader evidence wins. Guest scores on this page update continuously, and the selection is re-reviewed at regular intervals. The full standard is described in how we choose hotels.
