ESPAHOTEL GRAN VIA, Madrid

Espahotel Gran Via is set on Madrid's main thoroughfare, Gran Via, directly adjacent to Plaza de España. Puerta del Sol is 800 metres away, and the Royal Palace is 500 metres from the entrance. The shopping street of Fuencarral is 600 metres away. Plaza de España metro station is about a one-minute walk, providing direct access via Line 10 to Nuevos Ministerios for airport connections. Multiple bus stops are outside the hotel, including the free 001 bus route along Gran Via. Taxis from the airport take approximately 30 minutes and cost around €33. The area is pedestrian-friendly, with numerous restaurants, shops, and souvenir outlets directly below the hotel.

Room types include studios for one or two people (nearly 30 m2), studios for two adults and one child, triple studios with three single beds, and a suite with a separate living room and sofa bed. All rooms feature a fully equipped kitchenette with a stovetop, fridge, microwave, and utensils. Private bathrooms come with a bath or shower, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Additional amenities include air conditioning, heating, a minibar, a flat-screen satellite TV, soundproofed walls, and a safety deposit box. Rooms are accessed via a separate lift from the reception area. While many rooms have natural light from large windows and some offer city views, no rooms have a balcony. The property is older and some rooms feature dated furnishings and carpeting, but renovated bathrooms and comfortable beds are available.

Breakfast is served in a small cafeteria and includes natural orange juice, pastries, and made-to-order espresso. It is available for an additional charge of 13 EUR. The hotel's on-site restaurant is open daily for lunch from 13:30 to 16:00 and for dinner, offering a daily three-course meal for approximately €15. The restaurant also offers room service. Given the small breakfast space and limited variety, guests may prefer to explore the numerous cafés and restaurants located directly on Gran Via and the surrounding streets.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. A 24-hour front desk can assist with currency exchange, tour desk, and concierge services. Luggage storage is available, and daily housekeeping is provided until 14:00. Additional services include laundry and dry cleaning for an extra charge, car hire, and room service. The hotel has a lift, though access from the street to the first-floor reception involves a few steps. Safety features include a security alarm, smoke alarms, and CCTV in common areas. The hotel is non-smoking throughout and has soundproof rooms. Concierge staff can assist with booking external services, including airport transfers via taxi or metro, as the hotel does not operate its own airport shuttle.