5-star hotel in Madrid, housed in a 19th-century palace with a historic garden, a seasonal rooftop pool, restaurants and a wellness centre.
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Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel is a 5-star hotel in Madrid, housed in a 19th-century palace with a private historic garden. The building draws inspiration from the works of Velázquez and features a seasonal rooftop pool, with a terrace and city views. The Royal Palace, Teatro Real and cathedral are 300 m away.
The rooms and suites have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a 49-inch LED TV with Chromecast, a Nespresso coffee machine and a minibar. Some suites have a seating area or terrace, and several offer views of the city or local landmarks. The hotel has two restaurants serving Spanish cuisine and wines, a bar and a tea area; breakfast is served buffet-style and is also available in your room. The Thai Room wellness centre and 24-hour gym complete the facilities. With spaces to relax, dining options and the main monuments in the city centre within walking distance, it may suit both a cultural break and a city trip.
The rooms and suites have a private bathroom and air conditioning, as well as a flat-screen TV, coffee machine and minibar. The Deluxe Room measures 25 m², while the Premier measures 28 m² and offers city views. The Supreme Double Room measures 32 m². Bathrooms have a bathtub, and some rooms have both a bathtub and a shower.
The suites have different layouts and views. The Junior Red Level measures 40 m²; its terrace version is 54 m² and has a seating area. The 1-Bedroom Suite Red Level offers 45 m² and a seating area. The Master Suite Red Level has 75 m², a seating area and views of the city and a local landmark. Some suites also have a terrace, while the Premier and Supreme rooms can be set up with twin beds.
At 25 m², the Deluxe Room combines views with a bathtub in the private bathroom. Air conditioning and soundproof walls complete the space, while the coffee machine and minibar keep drinks close at hand. It also has a bathrobe and toiletries.
The Premier Room offers 28 m² and city views. The private bathroom has a bathtub and bidet, and the room comes with air conditioning, soundproof walls, a coffee machine and a minibar. Its standard configuration has twin beds in a space designed for relaxing after exploring Madrid.
At 32 m² with city views, the Supreme Double Room has space for up to three people. The private bathroom may have a bathtub or shower, and the room includes air conditioning, a coffee machine and a minibar. Its standard configuration has twin beds.
The Supreme Red Level Room measures 40 m² and offers city views. Its private bathroom has both a bathtub and shower, so you can choose how to unwind at the end of the day. It also has air conditioning, a coffee machine and a minibar; the standard layout has twin beds.
This 40 m² suite offers views of the city and a local landmark. The private bathroom has a bathtub and shower, while soundproof walls help separate relaxation from the pace of the city. The coffee machine and minibar complete the room's facilities.
The terrace and seating area set this 54 m² suite apart, which also offers views of the city and a local landmark. The private bathroom has a bathtub and shower. Air conditioning, soundproof walls and a minibar complete a room with both indoor and outdoor space.
At 45 m², this suite has a separate bedroom and seating area. The private bathroom has a bathtub and shower, and the carpeted floor gives it a different finish from the other rooms. It also includes views, air conditioning, soundproof walls, a coffee machine and a minibar.
The Master Suite Red Level measures 75 m² and has a bedroom and seating area. The suite offers views of the city and a local landmark; the private bathroom also has a bathtub and shower. Soundproof walls, air conditioning and a minibar complete the space.
The hotel offers facilities for a city stay, including a 24-hour reception, concierge and luggage storage. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Public parking is available at the hotel, cannot be reserved and costs €45 per day. Pets are allowed on request and supplements may apply; pet bowls are also available. Airport transfers and car hire are offered for getting around.
Dining options include two restaurants, a café, a bar and buffet breakfast, also available in your room. Room service and special diet menus are available on request. Families have access to family rooms, babysitting and children's services, baby safety gates and board games. The communal areas include a sun terrace and garden; the wellness centre has a relaxation area, steam room, hot tub and massage services. The hotel also offers facilities for guests with reduced mobility.
Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel is on Cuesta Santo Domingo, in Madrid City Centre, surrounded by streets connecting to some of the city's main historic sites. The Royal Palace is 480 m away and the Sabatini Gardens are 350 m away. Plaza Mayor is 450 m away, while Puerta del Sol is 600 m away. Santo Domingo metro station is 150 m away and Ópera station is 200 m away; both make it easy to get around the capital.
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 11 km away. For train travel, Bilbao station is 1.2 km away and Recoletos is 1.5 km away. Nearby cultural attractions include the Royal Monastery of the Incarnation, 170 m away, and the Los Caños del Peral Museum, 190 m away. The Senate Palace is 300 m away and the Royal Palace Kitchen is 380 m away. You can combine walks with the metro to reach other neighbourhoods and museums.
A route through the city centre can link the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol, with stops at the surrounding squares and gardens. For a cultural visit, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum is 1.3 km away and the Prado Museum is 1.6 km away; the Reina Sofía National Art Centre Museum is 1.8 km away. Buen Retiro Park, 2.2 km away, is another option for an outdoor walk. The Temple of Debod is 750 m away and Casa de Campo is 1.2 km away, extending your walk into open spaces.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff, cleanliness and comfort of the rooms. The facilities and WiFi also receive good reviews. Value for money scores slightly lower than these aspects, although overall guest feedback is clearly positive.
Rates at Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel vary depending on your dates, the season and the room type. For your travel dates, check the latest rates through booking channels.
The nearest airport is Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 11 km away. For public transport, Santo Domingo metro station is 150 m away and Ópera is 200 m away; Bilbao and Recoletos train stations are 1.2 km and 1.5 km away. The hotel has public parking on site: it costs €45 per day and cannot be reserved. There are parking restrictions in the area, and you need to provide your car's registration number to the hotel.
Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel is in Madrid City Centre. The Royal Monastery of the Incarnation is 170 m away; the Los Caños del Peral Museum is 190 m away, and the Royal Palace is 480 m away. Plaza Mayor is 450 m away and Puerta del Sol is 600 m away. The Senate Palace is 300 m away. Santo Domingo metro station is 150 m away.
Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel offers buffet breakfast and breakfast service in your room. The hotel also has two restaurants serving Spanish cuisine and wines, as well as a café, bar and tea area. Special diet menus are available on request.
Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel allows pets on request and supplements may apply. The hotel also provides pet bowls. You must request permission to bring a pet directly from the accommodation.
Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel has public parking on site. It cannot be reserved and costs €45 per day. There are parking restrictions in the area, so the hotel asks for your car's registration number.
Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel has the Thai Room wellness centre and a 24-hour gym. Wellness facilities and services include a relaxation area, steam room, hot tub and massages.
Palacio de los Duques, a Gran Meliá Hotel has family rooms, babysitting and board games. Baby safety gates and cots subject to availability are also available, which is worth bearing in mind when planning a stay with young children.