Expert reviews
“The chief recommendation at The Emperador, certainly in the summer, would be the roof-top swimming pool. There’s a bar up there, too, and captivating 360-degree views of the Spanish capital.”
What guests liked
- Rooftop pool
- Friendly staff
- Excellent Wifi
- Top location
- Boutique style
All you need to know
This four-star hotel is located right in the center of Madrid and is situated next to the Gran Via. The hotel offers chic room options fitted with luxury amenities and facilities needed for a comfortable stay.
The hotel is ideally located in the commercial, financial and entertainment hub of the city, making sure that everything needed by guests during their stay is just a stone throw away. Several world-class restaurants are within walking distance from the Emperador Hotel.
The hotel offers stylish room options such as Single Room, Double or Twin Room, and Superior Double or Twin Room for visitors in the city for business or pleasure. Other special rooms are available for couples on a romantic getaway such as the Romantic Special Offer which has all the amenities needed and comes with a cozy atmosphere.
The Emperador Hotel is located within a 10-minute walk from the Royal Palace while the famous Puerta del Sol Square is also within a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Guests can easily reach the iconic Art Triangle through the Callao Metro Stations which is just a 3-minute walk away from the hotel.
The hotel offers other services and facilities such as a 24-hour front desk service which helps guests with any issues encountered, airport shuttle, room service, luggage storage, and laundry.
The non-smoking hotel rooms are soundproofed.
Emperador Hotel has a lobby bar that features a permanent art gallery that is used for exhibitions.
Enjoy the best of Madrid from Emperador Hotel.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
6 May 2026
Had an enjoyable stay. Hotel close to many restaurants.
Good location and facilities. Breakfast excellent. Staff very good.
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5 May 2026
It was an amazing stay and staff.
Everything was top notch and the quality of the facility was amazing.
wished the pool was open and the roof lounge open and more vibrant. It was close to 80° during our stay. I was charged for "cork service" to open a bottle of wine at $20. The bottle was bought off site for $15. Seemed a bit much.
4 May 2026
Adorable
Everything was perfect, the staff was so nice, the room was amazing; we arrived early and they did an early check-in for us and even they upgraded our room from standard to premium with a view and this was so nice of them. The location is amazing, it’s very central
3 May 2026
A good one but expensive small room
Good Location
My room space was cozy but very small.
30 April 2026
Luxurious vibe in the heart of Madrid
Our stay at Hotel Emperador was lovely. The first thing that stands out is the classic luxury and elegant atmosphere of the hotel. Being located on Gran Vía made exploring the city incredibly easy. Regarding the amenities, the breakfast was okay—nothing extraordinary, but certainly sufficient to start the day. We didn't have any major complaints and thoroughly enjoyed the upscale feel of the property. Would definitely recommend it for the location and the views from the rooftop!
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30 April 2026
Came in for three days to go to the ATP Mutua Madrid Tennis
Loved the location. Loved the professional and friendly staff. Loved that I requested an early check-in they were able to do that for me.
Everything was great.
29 April 2026
Beautiful stay.
Location and amenities, loved the rooftop bar in the evening.
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27 April 2026
A wonderful weekend
Staff went above and beyond to make our stay amazing. We were celebrating my sisters birthday and they upgraded our rooms. The staff were all friendly and accomodating. The concierge team fantastic and attentive. The Rooms were clean with plenty of light. The rooftop is stunning.
The sofa bed was a bit hard. Might be worth putting a topper down first. Another mirror on top of the desk would have been great. Service was a bit slow at the terrace bar and staff weren't as friendly as the rest of the hotel.
27 April 2026
Traditional hotel in prime location. Exceptionally clean and well appointed with great staff
Great location on Gran Via. Ideal to reach attractions and restaurants. Easy metro access. Lovely hotel, Great staff. We didn't eat in the hotel so can't comment on the food. Room well equipped and cleaned daily.
The roof top pool was closed throughout our stay. This was the reason we booked the hotel so that was very disappointing. The booking website did not make this clear.
22 April 2026
Nice option in the center of Madrid
The location, the rooftop bar
The pool was closed
21 April 2026
Incredible stay.
Loved the location. In the middle of everything. Great service and comfort at the hotel. I would book again.
A little noisy at night but I understand because of where the hotel is located.
21 April 2026
Relaxing place to enjoy visiting Madrid
Location, friendly staff
20 April 2026
Comfortable convenient choice
The location was good, next door to a metro station so very easy to zip around the city plus an easy walk to many places. Close to supermarkets, restaurants, many of the large stores
Our room was on the Gran Via so a little noisy at night even with the double glazing. A bit disappointed we couldn’t access the full rooftop view, we knew the pool was closed during our stay but didn’t realise the top viewing platform was as well .
14 April 2026
Nice hotel with a very nice rooftop
Really nice terrace
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13 April 2026
Lovely introduction to Madrid
Helpful polite staff Very convenient location Comfortable well positioned room Good breakfast
12 April 2026
I’ll be going back again .
The breakfast was excellent and plenty of choices. The location was excellent for shopping and also for visiting museums.
11 April 2026
Great hotel on Gran Via, with an excellent location.
Great hotel on Gran Via, perfectly located for a weekend stay, with super friendly and helpful staff and a clean, charmingly old‑school atmosphere.
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7 April 2026
Nice clean hotel in a great location.
Location was very central and very close to 3 Metro stations....only 1 change needed from Plaza de Espana station to get to the airport. We were apparently upgraded, didn't it feel like that as room and bathroom were pretty basic.
Toiletries were provided in very small plastic bottles, essentially very basic. No bath towels provided for Day 1 but Reception staff very apologetic when advised. As the weather was very hot, it was disappointing the rooftop pool doesn't open until May.
4 April 2026
Exceptional
Great location, clean and nice room! Good staff
29 March 2026
Roof top bar was great. Would definitely return
Location, cleanliness,
28 March 2026
Excellent central location to visit the historic sites and local bars and restaurants.
Central location near a Metro station, easy journey to and from the airport. On the busy Gran Via, but no noise in the room. Very clean and nice flowers in the foyer. Nice breakfast selection. Excellent staff.
No complaints
24 March 2026
Very good
Location
21 March 2026
I will stay In this property again.
Beautiful building. Rooms are wonderful and the staff extremely helpful. The location is fantastic.
19 March 2026
If you are heading to Madrid do not hesitate to book this hotel
The property was clean, tidy and in perfect location for exploring Madrid.
The swimming pool wasn’t open which i understand is out of season however the weather was 25 degrees and the pool being open would have been a lovely benefit
14 March 2026
Great experience, would definetly stay again
The location and staff couldn’t be better
14 March 2026
Great hotel in a great location
Great location Excellent staff Superb roof top bar and area Very good choice at breakfast Room size
Nothing really
10 March 2026
Enjoyable, would recommend.
Clean, fast lift, great views, friendly staff & super location.
10 March 2026
Fabulous
Great location is in the city center, walkable to every where.
9 March 2026
A lovely stay in a perfect location in Madrid with nice facilities and lovely staff
Location was so good. Lobby area very good Very clean and good staff
Complementary water not topped up
9 March 2026
Exceptional
Loved the location of this hotel! Excellent for shopping and walkable to all the main attractions in Madrid. Staff went above and beyond by letting us in our room early due to my daughter getting sick on the car ride from the airport! Rooftop bar is a must see as well.
8 March 2026
Amazing 5 night stay in an amazing city!
This property is fabulous! It has a gorgeous lobby with friendly staff. The rooftop pool area was under renovations, but the rooftop bar was open and the views were incredible! Plenty of outdoor and indoor seating. Our twin room was huge. It is one of the biggest twin rooms I have had in Europe. It was equipped with hotel slippers and robes. The bathroom and shower were huge by European standards. The huge closet was a bonus. We had city views of Gran Via, which was bustling all night but the noise was not a problem with the windows left open. It is conveniently located near many Metro stations, restaurants and wonderful shopping! We did a Viator day trip and the pick up was literally around the corner from the hotel. I highly recommend Madrid and this hotel. The location was awesome for our 5 day itinerary!
Nothing, all wonderful!
7 March 2026
Exceptional
Location and staff!
6 March 2026
Exceptional
Location was great. Room very well appointed and comfortable
5 March 2026
Very good
Perfect location
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3 March 2026
Fabulous
Very nice hotel. Lovely staff.
2 March 2026
Exceptional
Everything
27 February 2026
Fabulous, great stay in super location
Excellent location, friendly and helpful staff and well appointed rooms. Would thoroughly recommend.
What's not to like
26 February 2026
Exceptional
friendly staff, clean all around, beautiful decor, location is more than perfect. great breakfast
24 February 2026
You will pay more for larger brand name from the same location
Location
Nothing all good
23 February 2026
Exceptional
I loved the friendly staff and how clean everything was. Loved the breakfast selection. So close to everything.
22 February 2026
Central, very clean and beds very comfortable
Loved how central the hotel was.Very quiet despite been located on main street. Great choice of breakfast. Very comfortable beds
No mirrors in the room just in bathroom.Would like hairdryer in room not bathroom.Very minor things
22 February 2026
Very good
The location
The room facilities are a little bit old
18 February 2026
Very good
Hotel Emperador has a great location - no match! Located in Centro, the hotel provides access to all major tourist spots in Madrid.
The hotel rooms were a bit run down and could have been cleaner. The linen had marks. Notwithstanding, the location advantage stands!
17 February 2026
Exceptional
Amazing location, great staff, very good breakfast, nice rooms, old fashioned style, most beautiful pictures from the balcony:)
17 February 2026
Fabulous
Excellent location, near to everything,
room was nice, apart of the toilet noise from the next room due to no soundproof between the rooms
15 February 2026
Amazing and I will repeat it once I come again
Receptionist man was very polite and kind, The location was perfect and the room very clean, everything in the hotel was wonderful.
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14 February 2026
Nice centrally located hotel
Nice centrally located hotel. Great location, nice breakfast. Super clean
12 February 2026
Exceptional
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12 February 2026
Excellent would recommend
Location was excellent. Staff lovely hotel was very confortable
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Hotel facilities
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Food & Drink
- - Bar
- - Snack bar
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Currency exchange
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Fitness
- - Temporary art galleries
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (seasonal)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
Pool and wellness
- - Rooftop pool
- - Pool with view
- - Pool bar
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available

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6 May 2026
Very good