The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Madrid
About
The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Madrid, is a landmark that blends historic grandeur with contemporary elegance. Originally opened in 1912 as the Palace Hotel, it was one of Spain’s first luxury hotels, boasting the country’s first in‑room bathrooms and telephones. Designed in the Art Nouvelle style by Leon Eduard Ferrés i Puig, the building holds a special place in Madrid’s architectural heritage. During the Spanish Civil War it served as a military hospital, and in later decades it welcomed an array of cultural icons—including Pablo Picasso, Ernest Hemingway and the Duke of Windsor—making it a social hub for global elites. After extensive renovations that began in 2008 and culminated in a full restoration of the public spaces in 2023, the hotel was rebranded as The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel. Today, it offers 470 tastefully appointed guestrooms and suites that fuse 20th‑century art and contemporary design, all set in the heart of Madrid’s Centro district overlooking the iconic Neptuno Fountain. Guests can enjoy the historic glass‑domed lounge—once an operating theatre during the war—the elegant lobby with its original mosaic tiles, and the newly refurbished rooms that feature modern comforts while preserving classic charm. The hotel’s prime location places it within walking distance to major attractions such as the Prado Museum, the Royal Palace and the lively Puerta del Sol, making it an ideal base for exploring both the city’s cultural treasures and vibrant nightlife.
Highlights
- Art Nouvelle Design
- Historic Glass‑Domed Lounge
- Renovated Guest Rooms
- Prime Centro Location