Gran View Apartment, MadridGran View Apartment in Madrid, Spain has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 142 of 278 hotels we score in Madrid. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.5, Agoda 3.5. Rooms from about $213 a night (cached, not a live quote).Gran View Apartment is a 4-star aparthotel situated in central Madrid. It is within walking distance of Gran Via, Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and the Royal Palace. The property contains 96 air-conditioned units that include kitchens and modern interiors. Guests have access to a fitness centre, a sauna, and a seasonal outdoor pool. The apartments suit families, couples, or groups looking for apartment-style living with hotel facilities. While the location is highly central and close to public transport, the seasonal pool is only available during certain times of the year.What stands out

Central location near major landmarks

Apartments include full kitchens

On-site fitness centre and sauna

Air conditioning in all rooms

Watch out for

Outdoor pool is seasonal

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