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In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 71 guest reviews of Barceló Torre de Madrid. Guests in the sample highlight Location, Service & staff and Food & restaurants. The most common complaints: Some rooms are dated or basic, with faults such as broken air conditioning or weak wifi. Many find it expensive for what it offers.

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Madrid, Spain

Barceló Torre de Madrid

4-Star Hotel

Set in Madrid’s Plaza de España Square, Barceló Torre Madrid offers elegant rooms with free WiFi, an indoor pool and on-site restaurant. Plaza de España Metro Station is right beside the hotel.

Modern, spacious rooms come with large king-size beds, air conditioning, a 42-inch TV and a laptop safe. Their private bathroom comes with a rain-effect shower and hairdryer.

As well as an indoor pool, you will find a fitness centre, sauna and therapy rooms for massages.

Barceló Torre Madrid’s restaurant offers á la carte meals. Guests can also enjoy a bar with a DJ.

Meeting rooms are also available and reception is open 24 hours a day.

Located beside Madrid’s Gran Vía, the hotel is near to many of the city’s theatres. The Royal Palace can be reached in a 10-minute walk, while both Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor Square are 15 minutes away on foot.

4-Star Hotel
Madrid, Spain
About 14.8 km to Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), in a straight line
Indoor swimming pool
Parking
Free Wifi
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Spa and wellness center

Tripplo’s hotel summary

Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 21 October 2026 · How we review hotels

This property is excellent for trend-conscious travellers wanting a vibrant, central location with design-forward spaces. Its guest rooms are the work of designer Jaime Hayon. Guests have access to a sleek heated indoor swimming pool, a lively on-site lobby bar with a DJ, and spacious rooms overlooking Plaza de España. Be aware that the busy central square outside brings significant traffic, and parking incurs premium daily rates.

Housed in an iconic tower on Plaza de España, Barceló Torre de Madrid blends playful contemporary Spanish design with premium amenities. Featuring a wellness area with an indoor pool and a vibrant lobby scene, it is best suited for design-conscious urban travelers.

Guests score it 9.0 out of 10 — the average across the 10 hotels we list in Madrid is 9.1.

  • Situated directly on Plaza de España, the hotel offers immediate access to the Gran Vía and key cultural sights, making exploration effortless for on-foot travelers.
  • The wellness area features a light-filled indoor pool, a rare amenity in central Madrid that provides a quiet retreat after a day of sightseeing.

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  • Design lovers who want Jaime Hayón's playful interiors inside the landmark Torre de Madrid
  • Swimmers who want a heated pool, sauna and sun terrace in central Madrid
  • Sightseers who want Gran Vía, the Royal Palace and Templo de Debod within walking distance
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Rooms & which one to pick

Our tip: Couples wanting a view should book a Deluxe Room City Views or a Premium Room City Views, as these are the room categories sold with a city view; both come with a king bed or twin beds. Families needing more space should choose the Suite City Views, with a separate living area, or the Suite with 2 Bedrooms, which has room for four.

  • Deluxe Room2 twin beds or 1 king bedsleeps 2Room with a viewSmart TVMinibar
  • Junior Suite1 king bedsleeps 3Living areaSmart TVMinibar
  • Premium Room with City View1 king bed or 2 twin bedssleeps 3Room with a viewSmart TVMinibar
  • Deluxe Room with City View1 king bed or 2 twin bedssleeps 2Room with a viewSmart TVMinibar
  • One-Bedroom Suite with City View1 king bed and 1 sofa bedsleeps 4Living areaSmart TVMinibar
  • Premium Room2 twin beds or 1 king bedsleeps 2Smart TVMinibar
  • Suite1 queen bedsleeps 2Smart TVMinibar
  • One-Bedroom Suite (3 Adults)1 king bed and 1 sofa bedsleeps 4Living areaSmart TVMinibar
  • Premium Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)3 twin beds or 1 twin bed and 1 king bedsleeps 3Smart TVMinibar
  • Two-Bedroom Suite (3 Adults + 1 Child)1 king bed and 2 twin bedssleeps 4Living areaSmart TVMinibar

Room types as listed on Booking.com; availability varies by date.

Prices at Barceló Torre de Madrid

When we last checked (23 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €649 in total (€325 per night).

Prices sampled daily by Tripplo for a two-adult stay about a month ahead, in EUR. Your dates may differ — use the price check to see live availability.

Typical price per night: €349. Lowest €239 (check-in 31 Oct), highest €641 (check-in 6 Oct).

Stays starting on a Friday or Saturday cost about 6% more per night than stays starting Sunday to Thursday.

Price per night for check-ins from 22 Sept to 22 Nov, measured daily by Tripplo for 2 nights and two adults, one month ahead.

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What guests say

Reviews from Google
2 months ago
“Excellent hotel! The staff was extremely friendly and helped us with every question. The rooms are large and spacious, and the housekeeping service is top-notch. The location is unbeatable—right on Plaza España and Gran Vía, within walking distance of all the main attractions. When the staff realized we were celebrating a birthday, they left balloons, champagne, and a plate of sweets in our room. It was such a lovely surprise to receive! We will definitely stay at this hotel again.”
— Harel Turkia
3 months ago
“We stayed in this hotel for 5 nights and the service was amazing! The hotel is so so beautiful, the breakfast was fantastic. The location of the hotel is unbeatable. Short walking distance to the palace main attractions and Madrid Main Street but still in a quiet corner. I highly recommend this hotel and definitely will come back if I’m visiting Madrid.”
— Marjan Shirazian
5 months ago
“Love, love, LOVE this hotel for the location! My boyfriend and I walked almost everywhere during our stay in Madrid. Mercado de San Miguel was only about a 12 min walk away and Gran Vía, Museo del Prado, and the Reina Sofía Museum were all around a 20 min walk which felt like nothing because the city is so beautiful to explore on foot. We actually loved walking because it ended up being the best way to stumble upon amazing tapas bars and hidden gems we never would have found otherwise. The staff here were also super helpful. We only took a taxi once on our first day because we were running late for our timed reservation at Museo del Prado. After that, we walked everywhere! We stayed here for 2 nights and were especially happy because our rental car from Sixt was conveniently located just around the corner from the hotel like literally about a 2 min walk away! Super convenient if you’re planning to explore beyond Madrid like we did. We also had a badass view overlooking the beautiful plaza in front of the hotel such a vibe! The nightly price is very reasonable once you factor in how central and accessible this hotel is to everything. We saved so much time and transportation costs just by being able to walk everywhere. 10/10 would absolutely recommend!”
— KHAIE
7 months ago
“Excellent stay at Barceló Torre de Madrid ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I stayed six nights at Barceló Torre de Madrid and had an excellent experience from start to finish. The location is fantastic, right on Plaza de España, with the metro directly in front of the hotel, easy access to taxis, and many restaurants and cafés nearby. Several major attractions are within walking distance, including Gran Vía, the Royal Palace of Madrid, Almudena Cathedral, and the Temple of Debod. It’s also close to beautiful green areas like Parque del Oeste, Jardines de Sabatini, and Casa de Campo. The hotel is perfect for both business travel (my case) and vacation. The Wi-Fi is fast and reliable, the breakfast buffet is excellent with lots of variety and healthy options, and the cleanliness throughout the hotel is impeccable. My room was spacious and very comfortable, with great blackout curtains, a large bathroom, and an excellent shower with strong hot water. The hotel provides quality amenities (soap, lotion, shampoo, conditioner) and leaves a complimentary 1-liter bottle of water every day, which is a nice touch. They also do a daytime room refresh, often leaving a thoughtful good-night note on the bed. The staff truly stands out — extremely kind, attentive, and professional. As a lovely gesture at the end of my stay, they even gave me a complimentary snack with cashews and gummy candies as a thank you. It was delivered by Helena, who greeted me almost every morning at breakfast and was always very welcoming. I highly recommend this hotel and will definitely stay here again whenever I return to Madrid.”
— Daniela Nakaza
4 months ago
“We had a fantastic time in Madrid and it all started at this hotel. We arrived pretty early to the city but the staff gave us great advice and locations to visit around the hotel while we waited for the check in. We want to give a HUGE thanks to Lucia at the desk, since day one she was kind and helpful, and make our stay a great experience! We recommend having the breakfast, it has a great variety and gets you ready to enjoy the day. The room was spacious and clean, we loved it. Overall the hotel is in a great location connecting various key places from the city.”
— Karin Polanco

What guests actually say

Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 71 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.

The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.

Food & restaurants

  • +A varied breakfast buffet with something for every taste
  • +Prompt room service
  • –Some find the food bland, both at breakfast and in the restaurant
  • –A limited menu for dinner and room service
”Breakfast was fantastic, with a great choice.” — guest, translated

Service & staff

  • +Warm, helpful staff who go out of their way, from reception to the restaurant
  • +Help with directions, taxis and day trips
  • +Special touches for birthdays
  • –Some reception, bar and breakfast staff come across as rude or cold
  • –Slow check-in, with the booked bed type or extra bed not ready
  • –Misleading information, for example about an airport shuttle
”The staff are warm and attentive, and the waiters are especially courteous.” — guest, translated

Pools, beach & aquapark

  • +A relaxing indoor pool, gym and sauna
  • –The rooftop pool is shallow and could do with a refresh
  • –There is no outdoor pool
”No outdoor pool, but the indoor pool was very relaxing.” — guest, translated

The rooms

  • +Spacious, comfortable rooms with good beds
  • +Lovely bathrooms and blackout curtains
  • +Some rooms have a balcony and city views
  • –Some rooms are dated or basic, with faults such as broken air conditioning or weak wifi
  • –Creaking beds, or twin beds instead of the double that was booked
  • –Bathrooms that lack privacy
”Excellent room, and the bed was great!” — guest, translated

Condition & cleanliness

  • +Clean, modern rooms and public areas
  • +Stylish, high-quality design
  • –Parts of the hotel are worn, with peeling wallpaper and scuffed walls
  • –Insects found in some rooms
  • –Some rooms had a bad smell on arrival
”The whole place needs an uplift, with wallpaper peeling off and edges smashed by luggage and trolleys.” — guest, translated

Location

  • +A central spot on the Gran Vía, next to Plaza de España
  • +Walking distance to museums, shops and restaurants, with the metro steps away
  • +Good views from the upper floors
”Excellent location, within walking distance of restaurants, shops and attractions and very near the metro station.” — guest, translated

Noise levels

  • +Some rooms are quiet
  • –Late-night music from a nightclub next door
  • –Rumbling from the metro, and noise from early cleaning or renovation work
”You can't sleep at night because of the noise; it's like a train passing by.” — guest, translated

Value for money

  • +Some guests feel it is worth the higher price
  • –Many find it expensive for what it offers
  • –Extra charges, for example for late check-out, a young child or an upgrade
  • –Billing problems, including double charges
”It was very expensive for what it was.” — guest, translated

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Barceló Torre de Madrid from Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)?

Barceló Torre de Madrid is approximately 14.8 km from Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) in a straight line, calculated from map coordinates. This is not a road distance or transfer time; check the route and transport options before booking.

How do guests rate Barceló Torre de Madrid?

Barceló Torre de Madrid is rated 4.6 out of 5 on Google, based on 2,537 reviews. On Booking.com it scores 9.0/10 from 2,068 guest reviews.

How many stars does Barceló Torre de Madrid have?

Barceló Torre de Madrid is a 4-star hotel.

What amenities does Barceló Torre de Madrid offer?

Barceló Torre de Madrid offers indoor swimming pool, parking, free Wifi, family rooms, airport shuttle and spa and wellness center.

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Plaza de España, 18, Moncloa-Aravaca