
Best Luxury Hotels in Salamanca
Salamanca is one of the most prestigious and affluent neighbourhoods in Madrid, known for its elegant streets, luxury shopping and fine dining restaurants. Characterised by its beautifully preserved architecture and high-end boutiques, it is often regarded as the epitome of Madrid’s cosmopolitan lifestyle. Whether strolling down the luxurious Calle Serrano or exploring the cultural treasures hidden in its grand avenues, Salamanca provides a glimpse into the refined elegance that defines this remarkable area. Here are our favourite 5-star and luxury hotels in the area.

Castile and León, Salamanca
Hotel Rector Salamanca

Welcoming guests for a quarter of a century, this hotel is housed in a Renaissance palace. The vibe is discrete and classy, rather than glitzy, with excellent, unobtrusive service. It’s small and intimate; there are 13 classically decorated bedrooms (replete with Bulgari toiletries and coffee makers), plus there’s a private lounge, but no restaurant. But as the Rector is right in the heart of the city, there’s a wealth of culinary options on the doorstep and staff will gladly provide recommendations to suit your preferences. The lounge is the place to relax post-sightseeing, drink in hand — its stained glass window and oriental rugs are stunning.

Castile and León, Salamanca
Hospes Palacio De San Esteban

Rooms at Hospes Palacio De San Esteban come with hardwood floors and sleek furnishings accented by mid-century and antique pieces. The five-star amenities include minibars, pillow menus, robes and slippers. Dine on Castillian sharing dishes at El Monje restaurant, which features a roaring fire, an indoor tree and stunning high ceilings with dramatic original stone arches. Or eat alfresco, at the contemporary styled El Patio de Los Olivos. Enjoy a drink beside the vintage fountain, or recline on a poolside lawn lounger. Once the San Esteban Salesian Convent, the hotel’s modern ethos is to ‘find, feel and belong’.