Petit Palace Arenal
Madrid · Community of Madrid · 3 Stars

Petit Palace Arenal

3-star hotel in Madrid, in a historic building on Calle Arenal, with family rooms, a buffet breakfast and easy access to Sol and Ópera.

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8.6 Score
3.300 Reviews
3★ Stars
14:00 Check-in
Area Madrid
Nearby Palacio Gaviria · 50 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00
Pets Allowed

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Petit Palace Arenal

Petit Palace Arenal is a 3-star hotel in Madrid, in a historic building on Calle Arenal that retains French windows and a marble reception desk.

In the Centro district, 250 m from Sol and Ópera metro stations, it combines the building’s architecture with modern-style rooms for couples, families and anyone wishing to explore the city centre on foot. Rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar; some have a balcony or views of the inner courtyard, and options are available for up to four people. The restaurant serves a buffet breakfast every day, including healthy produce and continental, vegetarian and American options. Free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour reception and bicycle loans subject to availability are also available. Pets are allowed and supplements may apply; there is no parking at the property, although the hotel offers a reduced rate at a nearby car park. Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace are a short distance away, and the museums along Paseo del Prado can be reached on foot.

Petit Palace Arenal
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3-star hotel in Madrid, in a historic building on Calle Arenal, with family rooms, a buffet breakfast and easy access to Sol and Ópera.

Room types

The rooms combine a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. They range from 12 to 22 m² and accommodate two, three or four people. The 15 m² room overlooks the inner courtyard; the quadruple room has space for four, while the triple room adds a balcony and views. The small double room, at 12 m², has a 1.35 m bed and a shower.

Room layouts vary by type: a double bed, twin beds or bunk beds combined with a large double bed. Children staying in the quadruple room may receive a small gift, subject to availability. Bathrooms have a bath or shower, and rooms include a desk, safe, hairdryer and toiletries. The triple room also has a balcony, while rooms overlooking the courtyard offer an inward-facing view.

Room (1 or 2 Adults) - 1 or 2 Beds — Petit Palace Arenal
Room (1 or 2 Adults) - 1 or 2 Beds
15 m²

  • 1 double bed or 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Views of an inner courtyard
  • Minibar

At 15 m², this room has a private bathroom and views of an inner courtyard. The main layout has a double bed; the room also includes air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Its layout is practical for two people looking to rest between visits to the city centre.

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Quadruple Room (4 Adults) — Petit Palace Arenal
Quadruple Room (4 Adults)
19 m²

  • 1 bunk bed and 1 large double bed or 2 single beds and 1 bunk bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Bunk bed
  • Air conditioning

At 19 m², this room accommodates up to four people and its main layout combines a bunk bed with a large double bed. It is the hotel’s family option and may include a small gift for children, subject to availability. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a minibar.

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Triple Room — Petit Palace Arenal
Triple Room
22 m²

  • 3 single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • Views

This 22 m² room accommodates up to three people and has three single beds. The balcony and views set it apart from the other options; the room also includes a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV for a shared stay.

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Small Double Room — Petit Palace Arenal
Small Double Room
12 m²

  • 1 double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Shower
  • Views of an inner courtyard

At 12 m², this room is more compact than the 15 m² room and is designed for two people. It has a 1.35 m double bed, a shower and views of the inner courtyard. Air conditioning and a minibar complete this quiet option.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you are travelling as a family: there is a 19 m² quadruple room for up to four people, and it may include a gift for children.
  • you want to explore the city centre by public transport: Sol and Ópera metro stations are 250 m away.
  • you are looking for a building with character: it retains French windows and a marble reception desk.
  • you need internet access at no extra cost: free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
  • you are travelling with a pet: pets are allowed, and bowls and baskets are provided for them.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the property: the hotel does not have a car park.
  • you want to stay with your pet without a supplement: a charge of 25 EUR per pet per stay may apply.
  • you expect every room to have a balcony: the balcony is in the Triple Room.
  • you are under 18 and travelling without a parent or legal guardian, as the accommodation requires you to be accompanied by one.

Hotel facilities & services

Petit Palace Arenal offers practical services for city breaks and family trips. The 24-hour reception provides concierge service, luggage storage and tourist information; bicycle hire is also available. Families can make use of pushchairs and babysitting services, while the children’s buffet complements the restaurant options. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and rooms have a flat-screen TV and telephone.

Rooms include a private bathroom, toiletries, a hairdryer, shower, wardrobe, clothes rack and desk. The hotel has a lift, facilities for guests with reduced mobility, family rooms and non-smoking rooms. Pets are allowed, and bowls and baskets are provided for them. Housekeeping is provided daily; laundry and dry-cleaning services are also available. Air conditioning and heating complete the facilities for your stay.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Pets allowed
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tourist information
  • Shower

General facilities

  • Bicycle hire
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour reception
  • Baby pushchairs
  • Babysitting / child services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry service
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Air conditioning
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Food & drink

  • Children's buffet
  • Minibar

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Wardrobe
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Petit Palace Arenal is on Calle Arenal, a pedestrian street in the Centro district, between Puerta del Sol and Ópera. Plaza Mayor is 150 m away and Puerta del Sol is 250 m away; Palacio Gaviria is 50 m away and the Monastery of the Descalzas Reales is 180 m away. The area has shops, cafés and restaurants, with Candela Deli 10 m away and Los Cuatro Robles 30 m away. You can explore the historic centre on foot, linking these squares and buildings from the hotel.

Sol and Ópera metro stations are 250 m away, and Sol train station is 260 m away. Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 11 km away; the journey by bus or metro takes around 45 minutes. Nearby landmarks include Plaza de Oriente, 400 m away, and the Royal Palace of Madrid, 550 m away. For a cultural visit, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum is 1 km away, the Prado Museum is 1.3 km away and the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía is 1.4 km away.

The area makes it easy to plan walking routes between Plaza Mayor, Plaza de Santa Ana (550 m), the Sabatini Gardens (700 m) and the Temple of Debod (1.2 km). The Municipal Printing Museum - Book Arts, 400 m away, and the Museum of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando, 480 m away, offer alternatives to the major museums. On clear days, Buen Retiro Park is 1.9 km away; Casa de Campo is 1.5 km away. Spring and autumn are usually comfortable for walking around Madrid, while in summer it is best to plan outdoor visits for early morning or late in the day.

Palacio Gaviria — Nearby historic building, noted for its architecture and ornate rooms. 50 m
Plaza Mayor — Arcaded square with terraces, historic façades and a lively Madrid atmosphere. 150 m
Puerta del Sol — Central square and meeting point beside Spain’s kilometre zero. 250 m
Royal Palace of Madrid — Historic residence with monumental halls and gardens beside Ópera. 550 m
Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum — Art collection spanning centuries of European and international painting. 1 km
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía — Modern art museum with key works by Spanish artists. 1,4 km

What guests say about Petit Palace Arenal

8.6
Fabulous · 3.300 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.8
Cleanliness
8.8
Facilities
8.4
Value for money
8.3
Free Wi-Fi
9.1

Guests highlight the staff’s service and how easy it is to get around the city centre, as well as the good Wi-Fi connection. Cleanliness and comfort also receive positive feedback, although the facilities and value for money rate slightly lower than the most highly regarded aspects.

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