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Wellington Hotel & Spa vs The Principal Madrid

Both Wellington Hotel and The Principal Madrid are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Wellington Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to The Principal Madrid. Wellington Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 86 with recommendations from 11 reviewers including Fodor's, Star Service and The Telegraph.

Wellington Hotel & Spa
Wellington Hotel & Spa
8 / 10
Velazquez 8, 28001 Madrid
From $215 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
Star
"This smart area next to the Retiro is famous as the place where many bullfighters stay during the Feria de San Isidro."
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Stylish hotel close to the Prado and the Puerta de Alcála. All rooms have a classical decor combined with the latest in facilities. Fine restaurant and nice bar, too. 262 rooms."
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Hotel Wellington is a classically beautiful, historic hotel in Salamanca, just a short walk from the famous Retiro Park." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Only 5 minutes walk from the Retiro and the upscale shops of the Calle Goya, the Wellington is one of Madrid’s finest hotels."
Star Service Star Service
"It is an expensive choice, but high standards in the accommodations, excellent dining and staff justify the cost. " Full review
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The Principal Madrid
The Principal Madrid
8 / 10
C/ Marques de Valdeiglesias 1 | Esq. Gran Via, 28004 Madrid, Spain
From $244 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Opened February 2015. Penthouse restaurant Ático serves cocktails and modern cuisine by two Michelin-starred chef Ramón Freixa." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"You emerge from the elevator into an unpretentious living room of sorts, a refreshing drink and panoramic views of the city’s belle epoque rooftops awaiting you." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"At the very beginning of Gran Via near Banco de Espana, this historic building was converted from a midrange hotel to one of the area's best." Full review
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Guests can request to borrow iPads from reception.
Wallpaper Wallpaper
"The third property from Spanish hotelier Pau Guardens ticks all the boxes you’d expect from a modern abode in the Spanish capital." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The Principal Madrid is a luxury boutique hotel housed in a 1917 building that integrates its historic architectural details with sleek, chic interiors." Full review
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