Best Design Hotels in Madrid

The 111-rooms BLESS Madrid Hotel is a member of Leading Hotels of the World and the flagship of a new collection of properties from Palladium Hotel Group. BLESS includes urban, as well as resort properties. It features striking interior design by Lázaro Rosa-Violán; cuisine by the celebrated Spanish chef, Martin Berasategui, including his new Etxeko Madrid restaurant, spacious guest rooms and suites with bespoke ‘blessed beds’, the Magness Soulful Spa and Fitnic Power Gym. There are alluring public places to meet and share good times including the Versus Lively Lounge, a buzzing lobby bar & restaurant, the Fetén Clandestine Bar, in the basement, complete with a bowling alley and the Picos Pardos Sky Lounge.

In the elegant Salamanca district, surrounded by designer boutiques and tree-lined boulevards, Tótem Madrid Hotel brings together discreet luxury, contemporary design, and authentic Madrid character. The 64 rooms and suites are dressed in a sophisticated palette of inky blues, warm neutrals, and natural wood, complemented by herringbone floors and marble bathrooms.

The mood is stylish yet unpretentious, an urban retreat with personality. Dining centres on Hermosos & Malditos, the hotel’s vibrant restaurant and cocktail bar, where creative Mediterranean dishes are served amid bold interiors and lively conversation. Guests can also enjoy a 24-hour fitness room, in-room spa treatments, and personal concierge services.

Perfectly placed between Serrano and Velázquez, moments from Retiro Park and the Golden Mile, Tótem offers an intimate escape with the pulse of the city just beyond its doors — a favourite among design-savvy travellers and locals alike.

Located on Gran Vía in the heart of Madrid, Dear Hotel Madrid is a 4-star boutique property blending historical charm with Nordic-inspired modern décor. The hotel features 162 rooms, including Deluxe, Premium, Family Rooms & Luxury Suites with private terraces. Rooms are equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, tea & coffee facilities, & luxurious bathrooms with rain showers & exclusive toiletries. Facilities include the 14th-floor “Nice to Meet You” Restaurant & Lounge, offering Mediterranean cuisine & 360º city views, alongside a rooftop plunge pool & solarium. Additional amenities include in-room massages, panoramic breakfast, & parking. Just a short walk from the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, & Puerta del Sol, this centrally located hotel is ideal for exploring Madrid’s attractions.

Located next to the Plaza del Callao, right in the centre of Madrid, the Aloft Madrid Gran Via is a luxurious hotel from which to explore the delights of Madrid. The hotel is within walking distance of the theatres of the Gran Via and is the perfect place for guests wishing to explore the cultural metropolis that is Madrid. Its 139 modern and spacious rooms come equipped with 49” Chromecast TVs and rainfall showers. The modern, verging-on futuristic interior of the hotel creates a calm and welcoming atmosphere within its halls. The innovative Re:Fuel snack bar provides guests with 24/7 access to tasty snacks and treats. The hotel’s Re:chargeSM fitness centre also offers guests the chance to work out, and let off some steam after an eventful day marvelling at the wonders of Madrid.

The Circulo Gran Via, part of Marriotts Autograph Collection, is the perfect choice for any leisure or business traveller seeking an adults only hotel, a stones through away from Madrid’s main attractions. Occupying the former building of the Industrial Union of Madrid and the Circle of Trade the hotel seamlessly combines 20th-century architecture with modern amenities and rooms. The hotels newly renovated 71 rooms are perfect for travellers seeking a modern and comfortable room from which they can head out into Madrid’s lively city centre. The hotel is equipped with a fitness room and casino, as well as its own restaurant, the Circilo Mercantil, which serves a magnificent seasonal menu to guests whilst they gaze upon Madrid’s central Gran Via.

Brach Madrid, the second Evok Collection property outside France, effortlessly combines French sophistication with Madrid’s dynamic spirit. Vibrant at all hours, the hotel captures the city’s energy through carefully curated details—from the restaurant & bar to the pâtisserie, 57 rooms & suites, and La Capsule wellness space. Designed by Philippe Starck, Brach Madrid is a living, immersive space where materials, memories & contrasts create a harmonious yet striking atmosphere. A true retreat where the art of hospitality blends with a warm, timeless ambience.

UMusic Hotel Madrid, located just a few steps from the Puerta del Sol, combines accommodation in a five-star hotel with the best entertainment of the refurbished UMusic Hotel Teatro Albéniz. The choice of a renowned and well-known property within the epicentre of the city’s music and entertainment scene is part of UMusic Hotels’ firm commitment to recover a historic building and bring it back to life for the local community. The hotel, boasting 130 guestrooms and suites (including accessible rooms), has undergone careful renovation, elevating it into a distinguished 5-star establishment renowned for its design and comfort across every guestroom and suite.  With two exquisite lobbies, the esteemed “El Albéniz” restaurant, an inviting outdoor swimming pool, and the exclusive rooftop “Nota Alta” offering breathtaking views of Madrid’s skyline, along with well-appointed meeting rooms and direct access to the iconic theatre within, the accommodation sets a new standard of hospitality. This marks an international debut for UMusic Hotels, uniting with other projects across Europe, the United States, and Latin America to craft immersive music-centered experiences.

34 rooms and suites, CoolRooms Palacio De Atocha is a boutique five-star haven set in a restored 19th-century palace in Madrid’s literary quarter. Located along Calle de Atocha, just steps from Plaza Mayor and the Prado Museum, the hotel combines stately architecture with contemporary design.

Soaring ceilings, grand staircases, and restored mouldings meet sleek modern furnishings and bespoke art pieces, creating an atmosphere of understated luxury. Each spacious room features minimalist elegance, freestanding bathtubs, and views of the courtyard or city. The hotel’s El Patio de Atocha Restaurant & Cocktail Bar is a stylish social hub serving Mediterranean cuisine under the open sky, surrounded by lush greenery and a tranquil pool.