January 8th, 2008, by Mary Winston Nicklin
Book Now: Hotel Ritz Madrid On Sale
The very best of Madrid is at your doorstep at this sumptuous grand hotel frequented by the crowned heads of Europe. Enjoy the perfect weekend in Madrid, discovering the art and history of the Spanish capital, and soak up the luxurious comfort of The Ritz. Situated in the heart of the Triangle of Art, just a few steps from the world famous Prado Museum, Thyseen-Bornemisza Museum and the Museum of Modern Art, The Ritz boasts a killer location just steps from the most glamorous shops and restaurants. Book the Weekend Break and enjoy daily buffet breakfast, exclusive welcome amenities and a bottle of Cava (Spanish champagne) in your room on arrival, late check out (subject to availability), and use of the health club– all for just EUR 305 per night. The regular nightly rate is EUR 525 for a Classic Room, so this is a real steal.
It can be tough to get into a top-flight hotel in Spain. Take Madrid’s sister city Barcelona. With a skyline indelibly marked by Antoni Gaudí, this stylish city has grown in popularity to be one of Europe’s top destinations, and has thus seen the emergence of more top-class boutique and luxury hotels catering to travelers with taste. Despite the increasing number of Barcelona luxury hotels coming online, demand still outpaces supply - finding stylish accommodation outside the winter months requires planning several weeks ahead. However, those in the know will look to get into the chic Hotel Prestige Paseo de Garcia on the Passeig de Garcia or the Hotel Omml that is a favorite with the Travel + Leisure editors for its clean unpretentious look. Then there is the Hotel Arts Barcelona, an unadulterated Barcelona luxury hotel, and the quirky Hotel Casa Camper, a 25 suite contemporary cool hotel.