Meliá Madrid Princesa

This hotel dominates the area known as Royal Madrid, in the city's heart, close to Plaza de España and with views of the Royal Palace.

Set in a tower renovated in 2008, the Meliá Madrid Princesa provides a chic venue for your trip to the Spanish capital. When not seeing the sights you can enjoy a session in its gym. There is also a spa to help you relax during your stay and an indoor swimming pool (use at an additional cost). In the evenings, try some of the innovative Mediterranean cuisine served in the new hotel restaurant, Uno By Dani Garcia.

Many impressive sights of central Madrid are within a short walk of the hotel. Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol, two of the city's focal points, are both within a 20-minute stroll of the property. Conveniently, there is a metro stop located just outside the entrance of the hotel.

In addition to the facilities already mentioned, all rooms are exterior with outstanding City views, and are equipped with luxurious Dreamax beds. All were refurbished in 2008 and come with 32-inch LCD screens showing over 40 different international channels in 8 languages.

Uno By Dani García is the new Lounge-Restaurant combining 3 exclusive services:
- A bar including a great selection and original cocktails, opens from 11:00 - 01:00 hours.
- A snack-bar including light meals anytime of the day or just to enjoy an informal lunch or dinner.
- A restaurant managed by Dani Garcia, who was prized with one Michelin star award. In the Restaurant Uno, you will enjoy a great selection of mediterranean dishes. Opens from 13:00 until 16:00 hours and from 20:30 until 23:00 hours.

The great location of the Meliá Madrid Princesa puts it within walking distance of sights such as Plaza de España, the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor and the Golden Triangle of famous art galleries. Three Metro stops are found within walking distance of the hotel.

How to get to the hotel from the Barajas International Airport:
Distance: 13 km.
Transport:
Taxi: 20-35 minutes, approximately EUR 18.00-21.00.
Auto Bus: 25 minutes, EUR 2.50.
Bus service from Plaza de Colón to Barajas International Airport and vice versa (every 12 minutes from 04:45 to 22:00 and every 30 minutes from 22:00 to 01:17.
From Plaza Colón, take the underground (line 4) from Colón to Argüelles, the closest station to the hotel (one way ticket: EUR 1.10) or a taxi (approximately EUR 6.00).
Underground: Approximately 40 minutes. One way ticket: EUR 1.10, special 10 ticket-fare EUR 5.20, also valid on buses).
Line 8 from Barajas to Mar de Cristal, then change and take line 4 to Argüelles. Ticket price: EUR 1.10. Another option is to take line 8 to Nuevos Ministerios, then change and take line 10 to Plaza de España.
Luxury limousine transport: Booking required. Approximate cost: EUR 55.00.