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Hotel Arosa vs Melia Madrid Princesa

Both Hotel Arosa and Melia Madrid Princesa are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Melia Madrid Princesa is the choice of most professionals compared to Hotel Arosa. Melia Madrid Princesa ranks #33 in Madrid with recommendations from 5 reviewers including Oyster, The Telegraph and Star Service.

Hotel Arosa
Hotel Arosa
7 / 10
Salud 21, Edificio Gran Via 29, 28013 Madrid
From $84 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"A favorite with international and business visitors alike, this friendly modern hotel is situated between the Gran Vía and Puerta del Sol." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This incredibly central but excellent value for money hotel offers spacious rooms, most of which have been refurbished in the boutique style."
Time Out Time Out
"This friendly, well-equipped and good-value 134-room hotel is situated right in the heart of the action." Full review
BlackBook BlackBook
"Think of a Best Western and you might think boring, typical, bare amenities, well, not here at the Arosa."
Star Service Star Service
"Gran Via is one of the top neighborhoods for tourists. Yes, the location is the biggest benefit here, but the rates are hard to beat in central Madrid." Full review
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For the best views request one of the rooms overlooking the Gran Via, just remember to pack ear plugs.
Melia Madrid Princesa
Melia Madrid Princesa
8 / 10
C/ Princesa, 27, 28008 Madrid
From $103 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"This emblematic hotel has been pleasantly modernised."
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Distinctive details that give the interior spaces a modern, arty vibe, such as the funky light fixtures, sleek leather couches, and elegant antiques in the airy lobby." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Also known simply as the Melia Madrid, this big glamorous Spanish workhorse overshadows the comparatively staid Husa Princesa with designer digs and trendy common areas." Full review
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The large room count means that staffers are rarely able to accommodate special requests in advance.
Fodor's Fodor's
"In an unbeatable location, this ultramodern hotel retains a few reminders of the era when bullfighters would convene here before setting off to Las Ventas—a few bulls' heads hang in the lounge." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"The five-star Meliá Madrid Princesa is a well-established hotel that is very much part of the fabric of the city." Full review