Circulo Gran Via, MadridCirculo Gran Via in Madrid, Spain has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 56 of 278 hotels we score in Madrid. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.9 before correction: Booking.com 3.8, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.3, Agoda 4.6. Rooms from about $517 a night (cached, not a live quote).Circulo Gran Via is an adults-only, four-star hotel in the Autograph Collection, set in a 1924 building that once housed the Circle of Trade and Industrial Union of Madrid. It stands on the Gran Via itself, putting shops, restaurants and major sights within easy walking distance. The 71 rooms are individually decorated and come with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs and coffee facilities. Guests have free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, two bars, a casino, a gym and event spaces. Reviews are generally positive, though scores vary between platforms, and some guests have criticised the breakfast service. It suits couples and business travellers who want a central, characterful base and do not mind paying premium rates.What stands out

Central Gran Via location in Madrid

Historic 1924 building with character

Adults-only, 71 individually styled rooms

Restaurant, two bars and casino on site

Watch out for

Breakfast service has drawn criticism

Premium pricing from around $517 a night

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