Emperador

Located smack bang in the heart of Madrid, Emperador sits right next to Madrid’s Gran Vía. This posh hotel offers a seasonal rooftop swimming pool and terrace with cracking city views.

The posh and swanky rooms provide digs with free WiFi, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom with marble floors.

Emperador is just a 10-minute stroll from the Royal Palace and Puerta del Sol, Madrid’s main square. Santo Domingo, Plaza de España, and Callao Metro Stations are within a 3-minute walk, linking you up with the famous Art Triangle in just 15 minutes.

Open from May to September, the Emperador boasts a seasonal swimming pool and solarium with sun loungers. The cocktail bar perched on the terrace offers views of the Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral, and Gran Vía Avenue.

The hotel features a lobby bar with a permanent art gallery offering temporary exhibitions. There’s a range of restaurants within a 5-minute walk of the Emperador.

Other handy facilities at the hotel include a hairdressing salon and a 24-hour reception.