Sercotel Gran Hotel Conde Duqu, MadridSercotel Gran Hotel Conde Duqu in Madrid, Spain has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 176 of 278 hotels we score in Madrid. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.3 before correction: Booking.com 3.4, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.3. Rooms from about $186 a night (cached, not a live quote).Sercotel Gran Hotel Conde Duque is a 4-star boutique hotel situated in a quiet, gardened square within the Chamberí district. The building dates back to 1953 and offers 143 air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and Wi-Fi. It serves business travellers and families, providing a gym, meeting rooms, and an on-site bar. The location provides easy access to public transport and local shopping areas. While the setting is peaceful, some guests have reported noise issues during their stay. The hotel also allows pets and offers room service for added convenience.What stands out

Central Chamberí location

On-site gym and bar

Pet friendly rooms

Air conditioning throughout

Watch out for

Occasional noise issues

Possible staff language barriers

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