Gran Hotel Inglés, MadridGran Hotel Inglés in Madrid, Spain has a corrected score of 4.2 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 5 of 278 hotels we score in Madrid. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction: Booking.com 4.4, Tripadvisor 5.0, Google 4.0, Agoda 4.1. Rooms from about $499 a night (cached, not a live quote).Gran Hotel Inglés is a five-star historic property situated in Madrid's Literary Quarter. Built in 1886, it is the oldest luxury hotel in the city and features Art Deco interiors. The hotel offers 48 rooms and suites equipped with air conditioning, soundproofing, and minibars. Facilities include a fitness centre, a spa with massage services, and an on-site restaurant serving special diet menus. Its central position allows guests to walk to the Prado Museum and Puerta del Sol. This establishment suits travellers seeking traditional elegance and high-end service. Because of its small number of rooms, availability may be limited during busy periods.What stands out

Historic Art Deco design

Central Literary Quarter location

On-site spa and gym

Pet friendly policy

Watch out for

Limited number of rooms

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