Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid
The landmark 1910 Belle Époque palace hotel on Paseo del Prado, restored to grand five-star form.
The call
Worth it if you only have one day and you are traveling as a couple.
Why
- 01
Soaring ceilings, a glamorous garden terrace and impeccable service make this the city's benchmark grand hotel.
Our read - 02
It's a special-occasion splurge — and priced firmly at the top of the market.
Our read
Is it a fit?
Go if
You only have one day
Even on a tight schedule, Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid earns the hours.
You are traveling as a couple
As a couple, Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid works.
You are traveling solo
Solo, Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid works.
You care about the visual experience
For beauty & photography, Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid delivers.
What you're near — and what you're not
- Museo del Prado (5 min)
- Thyssen-Bornemisza & Reina Sofía (8–12 min)
- Retiro Park (8 min)
- Gran Vía nightlife (~15 min)
- La Latina tapas crawl (~20 min)
What you're paying for
Generously sized rooms and suites in classic, restrained luxury, with marble bathrooms and high ceilings. Garden-view and terrace rooms command a premium but are the ones to book; standard rooms are still spacious by Madrid standards.
Plan it well
- Cost
- €700–1,400+ / night
Sources and method (1)
- The 1910 Belle Époque palace hotel on Paseo del Prado reopened on 16 April 2021 after the most extensive restoration in its 110-year history, including the glass cupola over the Palm Court. en.wikipedia.org ↗
- Sits in the Retiro district next to the Prado, at the heart of the museum 'Golden Triangle'. en.wikipedia.org ↗