This 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.
The hotel has beautiful design, and facilities include a gym.
There is also a cocktail-bar on the roof-top terrace "La Terraza del Urban", and a lobby cocktail Glass Bar with barista made cocktails. Rooftop Terrace & Pool are only open in summer.
The décor of the hotel and the rooms includes special lighting, natural wood and stone and Oriental art. All rooms are soundproofed and offer free wired internet, a flat-screen TV. All TV in rooms feature ChromeCast offering connectivity to platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, Youtube, etc.
The Thyssen-Bornemisza Gallery is 200 metres away. Puerta del Sol, Madrid’s main square, is just 300 metres away.
Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 10 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Art collectors and museum-goers looking for a unique cultural stay in the heart of the capital will find this hotel matches their tastes. Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World is well liked by its guests. The hotel stands out with its permanent Papua New Guinea art collection and Michelin-starred dining at CEBO. It also features a rooftop pool and cocktail terrace near major museums. Keep in mind that the rooftop swimming pool is quite compact, and these rooftop amenities are highly seasonal.
Guests score it 8.9 out of 10 — the average across the 10 hotels we list in Madrid is 9.1.
What Guests Loved
- The hotel doubles as an exhibition space, showcasing an extensive private collection of Papua New Guinea artwork and historical artifacts throughout the common areas.
- Helmed by Michelin-starred chefs Javier Sanz and Juan Sahuquillo, the on-site restaurant CEBO serves highly refined, progressive Spanish gastronomy.
Things to Consider
- While the rooftop pool is a welcome feature in the city, its limited dimensions mean it is better suited for lounging than active swimming.
- The rooftop terrace and pool operate primarily during the summer season, leaving fewer lounge options for those visiting in the winter.
Should you book it?
Book it if you want
- Travellers who want to walk into town
- Travellers wanting a central location and design in one place
- Travellers who notice architecture and interiors
Prices at Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World
When we last checked (13 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €705 in total (€353 per night).
Across our last 30 daily price checks, the nightly rate has ranged from €310 to €606.
Prices sampled daily by Tripplo for a two-adult stay about a month ahead, in EUR. Your dates may differ — use the price check to see live availability.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World from the airport?
Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World is 14.4 km from Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD).
How far is Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World from the centre of Madrid?
Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World is 400 m from the centre of Madrid.
How do guests rate Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World?
Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World is rated 4.5 out of 5 on Google, based on 2,156 reviews. On Booking.com it scores 8.9/10 from 782 guest reviews.
How many stars does Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World have?
Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World offer?
Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World offers outdoor swimming pool, private parking, free Wifi, non-smoking rooms, fitness center and restaurant.
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