The Best Madrid Hotels for Art Lovers
Madrid is one of the best cities in Europe when it comes to art. The Prado Museum alone boasts the world's most formidable collections of paintings by Bosch, El Greco, Titian, Goya, and Velázquez, and similarly impressive works can be found at the wider-ranging Thyssen-Bornemisza and more contemporary Reina Sofía museums. Of course, anyone who can appreciate the Spanish capital's artistic assets shouldn't pass up staying in a visually inspiring hotel. Here are a few of our favorites.
Westin Palace Madrid
Why it made the list
An iconic hotel situated inside the “Golden Triangle” (the district connecting the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen museums), the Westin Palace is known for its unbeatable location, stately façade, and classical décor. The best way to experience its grandeur is to sit for a coffee or light meal in La Rotonda restaurant beneath the Art Deco stained-glass dome.
Hotel Ritz
Why it made the list
Unapologetically opulent, the Hotel Ritz is Madrid’s last bastion of old-school Continental luxury. Shimmering chandeliers, carved-mahogany accents, and handwoven carpets go to show that this hotel is unbothered by the latest hospitality trends. Make no mistake, there’s nothing ironic about the full-on Victorian aesthetic; this is the real deal, not some millennial designer’s idea of a throwback. But those who surrender to the fin-de-siècle charm are rewarded with canopy beds, original oil paintings, cushy velvet slippers, and fresh fruit platters (in some rooms).
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