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InterContinental Madrid, an IHG Hotel vs Barcelo Emperatriz

Both hotels are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, InterContinental Madrid is the choice of most reviewers compared to Barcelo Emperatriz. InterContinental Madrid has a TripExpert Score of 86 with praise from 11 reviews including Travel + Leisure, The Telegraph and Oyster.

InterContinental Madrid, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Madrid, an IHG Hotel
8 / 10
Paseo de la Castellana, 49, 28046 Madrid
From $211 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Attractive inner terrace-patio and extremely comfortable guestrooms."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The dependable yet stylish InterContinental lies behind a barrier of trees in a neighborhood of apartment houses and luxury hotels." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Modest Madrid hotel with two restaurants and a bar on one of the city’s most famous streets." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Modern glass-and-brick hotel on Madrid's storied Paseo de la Castellana, with a prime location for business (the hotel is a stone's throw from the financial district) and excellent service." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This hotel is conveniently situated in the centre of the downtown business district and has spacious rooms and suites that all come with modern amenities."
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Barcelo Emperatriz
Barcelo Emperatriz
8 / 10
Lopez de Hoyos, 4, 28006 Madrid, Spain
From $150 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Rooms are comfortable and classically styled in cheery yellows and salmons, and come with neatly kept bathrooms containing tub/shower combos." Full review
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Ask for a room on the seventh floor, where you get a private terrace at no extra charge.
Star Service Star Service
"Only a 15-minute walk north of shopping and principal attractions, this is the kind of budget hotel that makes the Hotel Liabeny a star." Full review
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With rates the same, request the larger units in the -19 series.
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"The hotel is feminine without being girly, which translates as a fresh approach that will appeal to frequent travellers." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The hotel caters to your every need with knowledgeable concierge services, healthy breakfast options, and a surprisingly extensive pillow menu. " Full review