If you can believe it, the hotels in Las Vegas pale in comparison to the average Madrid hotel. This world-class city exudes an air of sophistication, much like Paris, France or London, England. Madrid hotels in Spain have cosmopolitan exteriors and four or five-star interiors. Many people come to Madrid for its art museums and its fiestas. The people are friendly, the food is delicious and the nightlife is world-renowned. Spain’s best beaches are just a day-trip away in Valencia or Barcelona. Madrid holds many rewards for the seasoned traveler.
Hotel Ritz is perhaps the most booked Madrid hotel. This elaborate building has housed the likes of His Majesty King Alfonso XIII, but today it’s heralded for its excellent location, as it is mere steps from Retiro Park, Teatro de la Zarzuela, the Prado museum, the Thyssen Bornemisza and the Centro de Arte Monderno Reina Sofia. Hotel Ritz offers all the modern amenities, with marble bathrooms, hand-woven carpets, embroidered linen sheets and stunning views of the garden hotel, the lealtad square or The Prado. You can also feast until your heart’s content at Goya, which dishes out local favorites and international cuisine alike. For more information, visit www.ritzmadrid.com.
When it comes to beach hotels around Costa del Sol, the best nearby Madrid hotel is Gran Costa Del Sol Hotel Mijas. Guests at www.hotelclub.net gave the hotel in Madrid a 4/5 rating. Guests love the spacious outdoor pool, the Jacuzzi suites, the sea views, the majestic palms swaying in the breeze, the modern decor, the buffet style restaurant featuring local cuisine and the short walk to the beach. Horse racing, golf and theme parks are all nearby. Patrons can also walk to the local town center, which has a number of boutiques, restaurants and bars.
There is yet another type of Madrid hotel to choose, and that is the bed and breakfast. At www.madridbandb.com, you will find a directory of charming, historic properties that serve sumptuous feasts each morning and offer more privacy than a typical hotel. Typically, guests will enjoy large beds, tranquil gardens, luxurious bathrooms and access to common areas and an outdoor swimming pool. Many of these bed and breakfast establishments even have dogs or cats on the property, so you can soothe some of your animal homesickness while you’re away. Most B&Bs are conveniently situated down quiet streets near the city centers. Why try to find hotels when you can stay in an elegant Spanish mansion?