ESPAHOTEL PLAZA BASILICA, Madrid

The hotel sits on a quiet street in the AZCA financial and commercial complex, surrounded by embassies, offices, and many restaurants. The Real Madrid stadium is less than 1 km away, and the Palacio de Congresos convention centre is a 10-minute walk. The metro station (Nuevos Ministerios) offers direct connections to the airport (line 8) and city centre (Sol, Plaza de España) in about 20 minutes. Madrid-Barajas Airport is accessible by metro, bus (C10), or taxi (€30-40). Shopping at El Corte Inglés Castellana is 700 m, and major sights like Puerta del Sol are 4 km away.

Studios accommodate 1-2 people with a double bed (150 cm) in one open space. Suites for 2 guests include a separate living room and either a double or twin beds, plus an open-plan kitchen and full bathroom. The suite for 4 guests has two bedrooms (one double, one twin), a living room with sofa bed, a kitchenette with fridge and minibar, and a bathroom with bathtub. All units have carpeted floors, hairdryer, safe, and free toiletries. Some apartments feature a terrace (subject to availability). The property also offers a shared sun terrace. Noise levels can vary: road-facing and lower-floor rooms may hear street and neighbour sounds; light sleepers may prefer higher floors.

Espahotel Plaza Basílica does not have a restaurant or bar. A breakfast option is available through an arrangement with a local café (pastry and tea/coffee/juice) - guests should check availability at booking and may need to walk a short distance. The neighbourhood is filled with restaurants and tapas bars within a 5-minute walk, including Taxi a Manhattan, Restaurante Ferreiro, and O'Pazo. For self-catering, each apartment has a kitchenette with hob, fridge, and basic cookware; note that there is no kettle, microwave, or dishwasher. Kitchen equipment may be limited - guests planning to cook should bring essentials.

The hotel's sun terrace provides outdoor space to unwind. For fitness or spa treatments, guests will need to use off-site facilities. The prime location near the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, AZCA financial area, and shopping streets means plenty of leisure options - from stadium tours to high-street retail - within walking distance. The metro connects quickly to central museums, parks, and historic squares.

Reception is open 24 hours and can assist with city information, tour desk, currency exchange, and concierge services. Luggage can be stored before check-in or after check-out. Daily housekeeping is free; additional cleaning services (laundry, dry cleaning, ironing) incur a charge. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. Parking is off-site (private, €20/day, no reservation) and there is also a parking garage nearby. The property offers car hire and can arrange taxis. Cots are available but must be reserved. Accessible features include a lift and a stairlift in the entrance area. The building has non-smoking rooms, air conditioning, heating, and family rooms. Safety equipment includes smoke alarms, security alarm, CCTV, and fire extinguishers.