Hospes Puerta De Alcala, A Member Of Design Hotels

Hospes Puerta de Alcalá, a Member of Design Hotels, is set right next to the Puerta de Alcalá monument in Madrid's Salamanca district. The hotel offers direct access to the Retiro Park and is within a short walk of the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofía Museum, and the Cibeles Fountain. Guests have high-end shopping, restaurants, and public transit stops just outside the door.

The on-site Bodyna Spa has 4 treatment rooms, a hammam, a steam room, and a soundproofed relaxation room. Spa packages include body scrubs, facial treatments, and couple's massages. All guests receive free access to the spa, which also offers a fitness centre, a hot tub, and a small relaxation pool.

The Malvar Restaurant serves meals, tapas, and a large terrace with views of the Puerta de Alcalá. A coffee house and a snack bar are on site. Breakfast in the room and special diet menus are available.

The rooms are housed in a historic building dating from 1883, originally designed by José María de Aguilar. Each room has a flat-screen TV, a bathrobe, and special amenities. Private parking is available on site for an additional cost.

The hotel provides meeting and banquet facilities, a business centre, and fax/photocopying services. A 24-hour front desk, airport shuttle, and car hire are offered. Guests also have access to a tour desk, concierge services, and luggage storage.

Location: Next to Puerta de Alcalá, facing Retiro Park

Spa: Free access to Bodyna Spa with 4 treatment rooms

Dining: Malvar Restaurant terrace overlooking the monument

History: 1883 building by architect José María de Aguilar

Services: Meeting rooms, airport shuttle, valet parking