Barceló Torre de Madrid, MadridBarceló Torre de Madrid in Madrid, Spain has a corrected score of 3.9 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 41 of 278 hotels we score in Madrid. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.0 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.0, Agoda 4.1. Rooms from about $289 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in the Plaza de España within the historic Torre de Madrid building, this five-star hotel serves business travellers and tourists visiting Gran Via or the Royal Palace. The interior features designs by Jaime Hayón, blending contemporary aesthetics with historical elements. Guest rooms include minibars, flat-screen televisions, and complimentary Wi-Fi. On-site facilities consist of a fitness centre, an indoor swimming pool, and a restaurant serving a breakfast buffet with special diet menus. While the central location provides easy access to major landmarks, the high-end nature of the building and its designer focus may feel formal for some. The property opened in 2017 and maintains high guest ratings for its service and comfort.What stands out

Central Plaza de España location

Indoor swimming pool

Jaime Hayón interior design

On-site fitness centre

Watch out for

High-end designer atmosphere

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