VP Jardín de Recoletos, MadridVP Jardín de Recoletos in Madrid, Spain has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 48 of 278 hotels we score in Madrid. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.9 before correction: Booking.com 3.9, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.8.VP Jardín de Recoletos is a 4-star hotel located in the Salamanca neighbourhood. It sits near Retiro Park, the Prado Museum, and Puerta de Alcalá. The property contains 43 modern rooms, each featuring a kitchenette and quality bedding. Guests can dine at the on-site restaurant which serves Mediterranean and Asian dishes. Additional facilities include a garden, a picnic area, and laundry services. The hotel is well-placed for public transport and local shopping. While the setting is quiet, the building was originally constructed in 1999 and underwent a refurbishment in 2013. It suits travellers who prefer a contemporary interior within a residential district.What stands out

Rooms include kitchenettes

Mediterranean and Asian dining

Near Retiro Park

On-site garden and picnic area

Watch out for

Older building structure

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