Downtown Madrid hotels: central Madrid at your fingertips

Our hotels in Madrid city center are the best way to discover the Spanish capital, from flamenco, amazing art and great shopping to incredible tapas

Madrid proudly takes its place on many must-see destination lists, and if you’re lucky enough to be visiting the thrilling, vivacious Spanish capital, make sure you make the most of it by staying in a centrally located, downtown luxurious hotel.
At our downtown hotels you’ll have all the sights and sounds right on your doorstep: incredible art at the Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen museums, the stunning Royal Palace, shopping to die for and incredible Spanish food, from out-of-this-world tapas to exquisite Michelin-starred dining.
At our Collection hotels you’ll have the luxury of our Guest Relations team, who can help you with any request, from organizing day trips to gorgeous Segovia, to finding hard to get tickets to see soccer giants Real Madrid.

NH Collection Madrid Gran Vía

Immerse yourself in Madrid’s vibrant city life at the NH Collection Madrid Gran Vía, situated on the iconic Gran Vía within walking distance of stylish restaurants and stores. Its unrivalled location is also just a stone's throw from attractions such as Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and the Prado museum. After exploring the bustling center, the soundproofed rooms will be a truly tranquil oasis while the superb Sky-Bar is the perfect place for a cocktail while taking in the stunning views of downtown Madrid.

NH Collection Madrid Palacio de Tepa

If you want to explore  the old heart of Madrid, known as Madrid de los Austrias, stay in the perfectly equipped, centrally located, NH Collection Madrid Palacio de Tepa, right in the heart of the Barrio de Las Letras literary district. Incredible Plaza Santa Ana, with its unforgettable tapas bars, is right on the hotel’s doorstep, as well as the 400-year-old Teatro Español. A gorgeous five-minute stroll will take you to bustling Puerta del Sol, with stunning Plaza Mayor just a couple of minutes further along.Why not stay in a beautifully restored palace. The Palacio de Tepa, located in Madrid’s historic center, was built in 1808 for the Earl of Tepa and houses hidden architectural gems. The award-winning décor combines the exceptional original architecture with stylish modern touches. Drink in the city’s lively ambiance as you stroll to all the major landmarks: the Palacio Real, Plaza Mayor, Teatro Real… And when you’re not out and about, savor a Nespresso in your room, enjoy healthy, tasty food with 24 hour room service, or get fit in our always-open gym.

NH Collection Madrid Paseo del Prado

On the centrally located Plaza Cánovas del Castillo stands the impressive NH Collection Madrid Paseo del Prado, in the very heart of what may be the most important square mile of art on the planet, Madrid’s Art Triangle, covering the Prado, Thyssen and Reina Sofía museums, where you’ll thrill to the works of Goya, Velázaquez, Picasso and Dalí, among so many others. In this downtown Madrid hotel that’s dedicated to art and culture you’ll find a wonderfully modern take on tapas from two-Michelin-starred chef Paco Roncero and rooms that are a study in sophistication.

NH Collection Madrid Suecia

To enjoy the thrills of Madrid’s non-stop partying and nightlife, where better than a centrally located downtown Madrid hotel that’s right in the heart of the action but tucked away on a quiet street. It’s the best of both worlds! The NH Collection Madrid Suecia is right by Madrid’s wonderfully glamorous Gran Vía, crammed with incredible shops, theaters and cinemas; heading the other way you’ll find yourself in Chueca, where the party never stops, 24/7. For a relaxing drink with rooftop views the Círculo de Bellas Artes is a stone’s throw away, as is Michelin-starred dining at the Casino de Madrid.

NH Collection Madrid Abascal

In the heart of Madrid’s commercial district is the NH Collection Madrid Abascal, a chic feminine hotel that’s perfect for both business and leisure travelers. Right on the Paseo de la Castellana, by the well-heeled Salamanca district, it’s perfectly located for luxury shopping and exquisite dining, while art lovers will be delighted by the Museo Sorolla, an intimate gallery showcasing the best of the Spanish landscape painter. After a Nespresso in your room to perk you up you’ll be ready to head out and discover everything Madrid has to offer.

NH Collection Madrid Colón

The NH Collection Madrid Colón is as perfectly located as it’s possible to be in Madrid, right in the middle of the exclusive Salamanca district, just yards from the shopping heaven that is Madrid’s Golden Mile, a string of high-end boutiques along Calle Serrano. Tapas don’t come much more hip than at Platea, next door to the hotel, where you’ll find a thousand flavors in a converted cinema, and on the other side of Plaza Colón there’s Madrid’s famous waxwork museum and the Museo Arqueológico, where you can discover the story of the Iberian peninsula from the stone age to the modern day.

NH Madrid Nacional

Opposite Atocha, Madrid’s central station and the heart of Spain’s high-speed train network, stands the 1920s building that houses the NH Madrid Nacional. From the windows of the gorgeously appointed rooms you can see Madrid’s botanic gardens, where plants collected from the entire Spanish empire were planted for the pleasure of the Spanish royals, and which can now be visited. It’s a haven of peace and tranquility in the heart of the Spanish capital. The big three art galleries, the Prado, Thyssen and Reina Sofia, are all just yards away, as are a wealth of bars, nightclubs and restaurants.

NH Madrid Chamberí

If you want to experience a slice of real Madrid, stay at NH Madrid Chamberí, set in a peaceful, traditional residential neighborhood, just a 20 minute metro ride from Puerta del Sol and a five minute stroll to the heart of Madrid’s financial district. It’s right by Calle Ponzano, currently Madrid’s hottest culinary destination, with an incredible variety of eateries, from tapas to fine dining. Also close by are the Teatros del Canal which offer a smorgasbord of arts and culture, covering everything from ballet, concerts and theater to flamenco.

Accomodation ideas in Madrid city center:

• Hotels near Atocha Station
• Hotels near Puerta del Sol
• Hotels near Gran Vía

Our centrally located hotels are perfect for exploring Madrid’s incredible cuisine. Tapas lovers are in luck at the NH Collection Madrid Paseo del Prado: award winning chef Paco Roncero’s funky take on classic tapas recipes can be found in the hotel’s Estado Puro Restaurant and bar, while his Michelin-starred Terraza del Casino is just a short stroll from the NH Collection Madrid Palacio de Tepa.

NH Collection Madrid Colón couldn’t be better placed, with foodie heaven next door in converted cinema Platea, and Sushi 99, also close by, has some of the finest Japanese food in the city. For food with a view head up to Ático Casa Suecia at the NH Collection Madrid Suecia and for a unique wine list try Tablafina at NH Madrid Nacional.

A perfect day in central Madrid might start with a tour of the Palacio Real, before tapas in La Latina, with a stop at Plaza Mayor en route. An afternoon exploring the stunning works in the Art Triangle would be a veritable treat for culture vultures, and after heading back to your centrally located hotel to relax, head out to enjoy Madrid’s incredible nightlife, with a show on Gran Vía, before dinner and finishing the night in one of Hemingway’s favorite haunts, the secret cocktail bar in NH Collection Madrid Suecia.