ESPAHOTEL PLAZA DE ESPANA, Madrid

The hotel sits on the western edge of central Madrid, giving direct access to the Royal Palace (5 minutes on foot) and the gardens of Campo del Moro. Plaza de España metro station (line 10) is a one-minute walk, linking to Nuevos Ministerios and the airport via line 8. Gran Vía's shops and theatres are 200 m away; Puerta del Sol is a short metro ride or a 15-minute walk. Parking is possible on site or at a public garage opposite the hotel.

Studios start at 35 m2 and come with a double bed or two singles, a desk, wardrobe, large windows, TV, minibar, and a kitchenette with hob, microwave, and fridge. Triple rooms are 45 m2 with three single beds, a separate kitchen area, air conditioning, heating, safe, and hairdryer. Bathrooms are private with shower or tub, bidet, and toiletries including robes and slippers. Rooms on the 8th-10th floors have been renovated; lower-floor rooms and those ending in 09 or 10 face an interior courtyard. Kitchen supplies may be minimal-consider bringing dish soap and a kettle for fuller use.

The on-site restaurant operates daily 07:00-22:00, offering a buffet breakfast (€13), lunch, and dinner. Half-board bookings include breakfast plus either lunch or dinner. The breakfast buffet is served in a small space next door-variety is limited to cold cuts, pastries, bread, hot drinks, and a toaster, with less selection than in larger hotels. The coffee house on site also serves snacks, drinks, and cocktails throughout the day.

Espahotel Plaza de España does not offer any wellness, fitness, or leisure facilities such as a pool, spa, sauna, or gym. The hotel's primary leisure asset is its location: within a 5-minute walk of the Royal Palace, the plaza itself, Gran Vía's shopping and entertainment, and dozens of cafés, bars, and restaurants. For a hotel in this central zone, planning inward relaxation means using the spacious room and kitchenette rather than on-site recreation areas.

Free Wi-Fi is accessible in all areas. The 24-hour front desk allows late check-in and free luggage storage for early arrivals or after checkout. Daily housekeeping includes towel replacement and bed-making. An external laundry service costs €12.50 for a normal wash. Ironing boards and irons are available on request, and trouser presses are in the rooms. Business facilities are limited to fax/photocopying. Safety features include a safe in rooms, CCTV, security alarm, and smoke alarms. Family rooms are available, but the hotel has no accessible twin rooms on request. No pets are allowed. Payment by cash, Visa, or MasterCard is accepted; cancellations should be reviewed based on the specific rate.