The rooftop is the place to be with iconic views over Gran Via avenue.
A cool place to stay for lovers of clubby contemporary interiors housed in a historic building with great Spanish food and views in the beating heart of Madrid.
The Telegraph, April 2025Nothing can trump a good rooftop bar. That combination of sunshine, a bird's-eye view and oodles of alcohol (a fishbowl-sized G&T, say). The Principal Madrid, in a dashing 1917 Renaissance-style building, has nailed the rooftop bar, and mucho más besides.
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Hotels Own Introduction
A Boutique Gem on Gran Vía
A true jewel shaped into a hotel, this remarkable property blends the vibrancy of city life with the privacy and comfort of a refined home away from home. Behind its fortress-like façade lie spaces defined by elegance, meticulous detail and an unwavering sense of exclusivity. As the first 5-star hotel on Gran Vía, it offers an intimate collection of 76 rooms designed for calm, rest and restoration after a day in the Spanish capital.
Dining Above the City
On the 6th floor, Ático Restaurant presents a curated mix of emblematic flavours and bold contrasts — a celebration of Madrid’s culinary energy and a place to enjoy life one bite at a time. At the very top, La Pergola and La Terraza reveal the hotel’s greatest surprise: private terraces with breathtaking views of Gran Vía, the city’s most iconic avenue.
Rooms & Suites
The 76 rooms and suites elevate contemporary luxury with the spirit of an elegant private club. Each space has its own personality, combining serenity, refined design and the quiet comfort of a personal residence in downtown Madrid. A sanctuary of tranquillity in the heart of the city.
Breakfast with a View
Start your morning with a gourmet breakfast that blends a refined cold buffet with made-to-order hot dishes. Enjoy fresh fruit, traditional breads, fine cheeses and French pastries — all accompanied by unmatched views over Madrid.