The Principal Madrid, a 5-star luxury property on Madrid’s Gran Vía, is owned by Único Hotels, a collection of luxurious, independent properties in Madrid, Barcelona, and Mallorca, as well as on Costa Brava.

Nestled in the heart of Madrid, the 76-suite Principal Madrid lies within the bustle of Madrid’s Gran Via, an avenue lined with upscale shops, eateries and local businesses, yet guests at The Principal Madrid can still enjoy a quiet yoga session surrounded by lush, native greenery; extraordinary views of Madrid in the morning; and craft cocktails at night at La Terraza, the hotel’s rooftop bar.

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Known for its avant-garde gastronomy and classic cocktails, the property’s cuisine comes together within a multifaceted and informal space combining the best aspects of a modern club with the glamour of hotels from a bygone era, framed by the original architectural details of the original 1917 building.

Perhaps the hotel’s main appeal is the unequalled views from the rooms, giving guests a bird’s eye view with 360-degree panoramic vistas over the entire city, including some of its most emblematic buildings forming the city’s unmistakable skyline.

Its location is also unique and unparalleled. Just a few short steps from some of its most renowned attractions like Puerta del Sol, Círculo de Bellas Artes, Cibeles Fountain and Puerta de Alcalá. Other nearby attractions include the city’s world-class museums and art galleries, including Prado, Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and Caixa Forum.

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Two elegant yet laid-back culinary spaces are the beating heart of the hotel and offer extraordinary views over the capital city. Both culinary areas are landscaped with parterre planting, sharing the sky with Hellenic sentinels, the “Winged Victory” crowing the Metropolis and the domes characterizing the Madrid skyline.

The dining venues create a perfect backdrop for enjoying a cocktail or sampling something from the menu conceived by Ramón Freixa, the chef with two Michelin stars under his belt. There is even a solarium for sunbathing, with a curved, stainless-steel water sculpture.

In addition, The Principal features a gymnasium and private function rooms, the latter with their own separate entrance accessed from Gran Vía 2, convenient for meeting participants and non-guests arriving for private dinners.

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The Principal Madrid also provides a private car for guests’ use, with seating for six people and a sky roof. During colder weather, private cars are the ideal way to move around the city or for transfers from the airport or train station.

The adjoining trendy neighborhood of Las Salesas is great for walking, as it represents the contemporary way of living in Madrid, offering a hipster vibe with enticing boutiques, tempting restaurants and bars staying open quite late. With three of the trendiest districts close by —  Huertas, Chueca and Malasaña — visitors love spending time cruising the streets for gallery hopping, café sitting and people watching.