Pestana Plaza Mayor Madrid, Madrid
Luxurious Plaza Mayor hotel with plush rooms, a spa, indoor/outdoor pools, a library, and terrace dining
We loved the hotel and the location. It felt like a super cool boutique hotel, very bright and vibrant, great little pool area, loved the beautiful... Read more
Super, great place to stay. They were so helpful and friendly yet so professional as well. Loved our room for the three of us and the... Read more
Incredible hospitality.
Great location!
Overview
Pros
- This hotel on Plaza Mayor features a large lounge overlooking the square.
- Even the most standard rooms have private balconies.
- Enjoy breakfast and other meals at the on-site restaurant, which features an atmospheric inner-courtyard terrace.
- You'll have access to the seasonal rooftop pool and sun deck, plus an indoor pool that is open all year (connected to the hotel's spa).
- Plaza Mayor is a busy tourist hotspot, so it can get a little noisy outside the hotel, especially during holidays and football matches.
- Because the pools are on the smaller side, they can get crowded.
Kimkim's Take
Authenticity
Though a fire destroyed the original building, the hotel's structure dates to 1631. Set directly on the square as one of its borders, the hotel does a good job maintaining its history while still offering modern comforts. For example, you can enjoy swimming in the indoor pool housed in the old coal cellar and features preserved arches and buttresses from the original construction.Location
Pestana Plaza Mayor is right on Plaza Mayor. One side of the hotel covers part of the famous square's perimeter with a private terrace on the plaza. Because of this exceptional location, you'll be in Madrid's energetic Old Town center and within walking distance of sites such as the Royal Palace, Mercado de San Miguel, Puerta del Sol, and Catedral de la Almudena.Rooms & Bathrooms
Even the standard rooms feel bright and colorful and feature private (unfurnished) balconies. Amenities include Nespresso machines, blackout curtains, and fine Italian linens. For more space, choose a superior room or a higher category, and to make the most of the location, opt for a unit facing Plaza Mayor. Suites have perks like soaking tubs, sofas, and exposed brick walls.Amenities
The hotel has many attractive common spaces. Have breakfast in the airy inner courtyard, which feels like a garden terrace. Then head to the spa with its indoor pool, soaking among preserved arches and buttresses. If you prefer to swim outside, there's a rooftop pool and lounge overlooking the historic skyline. The hotel has a gym with treadmills and ellipticals. The hotel is mostly accessible and features elevators and wide hallways.Family-Friendliness
Pestana Plaza Mayor Madrid is a family-friendly hotel, and children up to 12 stay for free. Families might be most comfortable in the hotel's Suites. The hotel doesn't have kid-specific activities, but the indoor and outdoor pools are popular with all ages. The breakfast buffet offers some kid-friendly options, and the grounds are stroller-friendly.Other Highlights
Café De La Plaza is the hotel's Catalan-style restaurant and bar; the space features a glass-ceilinged patio and an open terrace with great views of Madrid and its architecture. Breakfast is served buffet-style, while lunch and dinner are served a la carte. The bar features beer, wine, and cocktails.Like what you see?
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