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4 Star Hotels in Madrid

We reviewed 288 hotels in Madrid across every price band and picked the 50 best-rated.

50 hotels 44 rated 8.5+ typical €127

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Riu Plaza Espana R Gran Via stay

Riu Plaza Espana ★★★★

Madrid

9Perfect18,736 reviews

A 4-star stay on Gran Via with a rooftop pool and gym, steps from the metro.

From€253per night
Radisson Blu Hotel, Madrid Prado R Prado-side stay

Radisson Blu Hotel, Madrid Prado ★★★★

Madrid

8.6Great2,367 reviews

A calm, well-run hotel opposite the Prado, with a basement spa and balconied rooms that overlook Madrid's classic streets.

From€163per night
Hard Rock Hotel Madrid H Music & Pool

Hard Rock Hotel Madrid ★★★★

Madrid

8.8Great4,382 reviews

Rock-themed Madrid hotel with live music, a seasonal pool, and a central location near Atocha.

From€306per night
Novotel Madrid Center N Family-friendly

Novotel Madrid Center ★★★★

Madrid

8.7Great6,744 reviews

Elegant 4-star near Retiro Park with rooftop pool, praised breakfast, and family-friendly amenities.

From€153per night
Radisson Red Madrid R Museum-adjacent

Radisson Red Madrid ★★★★

Madrid

8.5Great8,443 reviews

Modern, art-filled hotel steps from Atocha station and the Reina Sofía museum.

From€127per night
Melia Castilla M Well-rounded

Melia Castilla ★★★★

Madrid

8.8Great2,466 reviews

Multiple restaurants, a proper outdoor pool, and large rooms — a dependable Madrid base with high guest scores across dining and location.

From€208per night
Only You Hotel Atocha O Atocha station stay

Only You Hotel Atocha ★★★★

Madrid

8.9Great6,899 reviews

A 4-star stay across from Atocha station with a rooftop restaurant, courtyard views, and a 8.9 guest rating.

From€169per night
Only You Boutique Hotel Madrid O Designer stay

Only You Boutique Hotel Madrid ★★★★

Madrid

9.1Perfect2,708 reviews

Designer hotel in central Madrid with eclectic decor and a Michelin-star restaurant, steps from El Retiro.

From€233per night
Elba Madrid Alcala E Metro & airport access

Elba Madrid Alcala ★★★★

Madrid

8.8Great8,326 reviews

A dependable 4-star choice near the metro and airport shuttle, with free Wi-Fi and on-site parking.

From€92per night
Icon Embassy I Boutique & Central

Icon Embassy ★★★★

Madrid

8.5Great1,550 reviews

A sleek, modern hotel on Madrid's chic Serrano Street, with top-rated dining and free Wi-Fi.

From€275per night
Melia Madrid Serrano M Central & comfortable

Melia Madrid Serrano ★★★★

Madrid

8.6Great3,952 reviews

A central Madrid hotel with a rooftop pool, praised for its location near Serrano street and Salamanca's shops and restaurants.

From€191per night
Pestana Cr7 Gran Via Madrid P Rooftop pool

Pestana Cr7 Gran Via Madrid ★★★★

Madrid

8.5Great5,342 reviews

A rooftop pool and a prime Gran Via address make this a stylish base for exploring Madrid.

From€152per night
Hotel Praga H Great value

Hotel Praga ★★★★

Madrid

8.3Great8,827 reviews

Friendly staff and clean, comfortable rooms in a quiet residential area, with easy bus and metro links to the centre.

From€51per night
Hotel Chamartin The One H Station-side Madrid stay

Hotel Chamartin The One ★★★★

Madrid

8.2Great9,656 reviews

Steps from Chamartín station, this 4-star hotel pairs soundproofed rooms with fast metro links into central Madrid.

From€95per night
Melia Avenida America M Quiet & practical

Melia Avenida America ★★★★

Madrid

8.9Great7,277 reviews

A calm base near the airport with a free shuttle, spacious rooms and a full spa.

From€150per night
Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor P Central Madrid

Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor ★★★★

Madrid

9Perfect3,213 reviews

Modern rooms and a rooftop pool, minutes from Plaza Mayor and La Latina metro.

From€263per night
Ilunion Atrium I Great value

Ilunion Atrium ★★★★

Madrid

8.5Great7,220 reviews

A modern, clean hotel with spacious rooms, free Wi-Fi, and an excellent breakfast — just a short taxi ride from the airport.

From€76per night
Grupotel Mayorazgo G Central & Characterful

Grupotel Mayorazgo ★★★★

Madrid

8.7Great8,937 reviews

A personality-rich stay in the heart of Madrid, with a theme that runs from the facade to the elevator music.

From€176per night
Petit Palace Plaza Mayor P Central & well-rated

Petit Palace Plaza Mayor ★★★★

Madrid

8.4Great4,245 reviews

A central Madrid hotel with glowing reviews for its location and staff.

From€126per night
Me Madrid Reina Victoria By Melia M Design-led in Plaza de Santa Ana

Me Madrid Reina Victoria By Melia ★★★★

Madrid

8.4Great2,639 reviews

A chic design hotel in the heart of Madrid, steps from Plaza de Santa Ana's tapas bars and a short walk to major museums.

From€180per night
Canopy By Hilton Madrid Castellana C Rooftop pool
8.6Great3,155 reviews

Near the Bernabéu with a rooftop pool, this modern hotel earns praise for clean, comfortable rooms and helpful staff.

From€76per night
Madrid Marriott Hotel Princesa Plaza M City base
8.8Great6,573 reviews

A well-located Madrid stay with an indoor pool, sauna, and breakfast guests rate highly, all a short walk from Plaza de España.

From€181per night
Hotel Zentral Castellana Norte H Breakfast standout

Hotel Zentral Castellana Norte ★★★★

Madrid

8.5Great1,567 reviews

A reliable, modern stay with an excellent breakfast and easy access to Madrid's transport links.

From€80per night
Petit Palace Savoy Alfonso XII P Park-Facing Classic

Petit Palace Savoy Alfonso XII ★★★★

Madrid

8.5Great2,707 reviews

A refined base across from Retiro Park, with bright rooms and an exceptional breakfast.

From€165per night
Ilunion Pio XII I Pet-friendly

Ilunion Pio XII ★★★★

Madrid

8.8Great11,214 reviews

A clean, spacious 4-star in Madrid's Chamartín, with easy metro access and a well-regarded breakfast.

From€48per night
Novotel Campo De Las Naciones N Convention-ready

Novotel Campo De Las Naciones ★★★★

Madrid

8.5Great5,935 reviews

A reliable base near IFEMA with two pools, a courtesy airport shuttle, and easy metro access into central Madrid.

From€82per night
Petit Palace Santa Barbara P Central & modern

Petit Palace Santa Barbara ★★★★

Madrid

8.6Great4,270 reviews

A stylish Madrid base with in-room laptops, balconies, and a location that puts the metro, museums, and nightlife at your doorstep.

From€88per night
Emperador E Rooftop pool

Emperador ★★★★

Madrid

8.6Great9,540 reviews

A rooftop pool and a Gran Via address make this a strong base for exploring Madrid.

From€105per night
Exe Plaza E Metro access

Exe Plaza ★★★★

Madrid

8.7Great6,220 reviews

Metro at the door, spacious quiet rooms, and a solid breakfast—a practical base for exploring Madrid.

From€48per night
Melia Madrid Barajas M Airport convenience

Melia Madrid Barajas ★★★★

Madrid

8.7Great5,785 reviews

Free airport shuttle and a pool near Barajas — great value for layovers.

From€70per night
Novotel Madrid City Las Ventas N Pool & Metro Access

Novotel Madrid City Las Ventas ★★★★

Madrid

8.6Great3,559 reviews

A practical Madrid base with a seasonal pool, helpful staff, and quick metro links to the centre — read real guest reviews before booking.

From€60per night
Axel Hotel Madrid - Adults Only A Adults Only

Axel Hotel Madrid - Adults Only ★★★★

Madrid

8.3Great4,223 reviews

Adults-only hotel with a rooftop pool, a short walk from Gran Via and the Royal Palace.

From€240per night
Hotel Regina H Central & polished

Hotel Regina ★★★★

Madrid

9.2Perfect7,218 reviews

A 9.2-rated stay on Calle Alcalá, steps from Plaza de Santa Ana and the metro, with polished service and refurbished rooms.

From€145per night
Hilton Madrid Airport H Airport Convenience

Hilton Madrid Airport ★★★★

Madrid

8.6Great3,507 reviews

Free airport shuttle, indoor pool, and modern rooms near Madrid Barajas.

From€57per night
Petit Palace Posada Del Peine P Central & historic

Petit Palace Posada Del Peine ★★★★

Madrid

8.6Great4,733 reviews

Historic building, modern rooms, and a location that puts Plaza Mayor just steps away.

From€104per night
Hotel Madrid Plaza Espana, Affiliated By Melia H Central & clean
8.1Great3,693 reviews

Central Gran Via address with clean rooms, a praised breakfast buffet, and easy walking access to Madrid's top sights.

From€97per night
Ilunion Suites Madrid I Inclusive & modern

Ilunion Suites Madrid ★★★★

Madrid

8.7Great7,216 reviews

A modern, inclusive hotel in Chamartín with metro access at the doorstep and spacious, spotless rooms.

From€52per night
Dear Hotel Madrid D Central & Rooftop Pool

Dear Hotel Madrid ★★★★

Madrid

8.7Great10,380 reviews

Rooftop pool, Gran Via location, and modern rooms with balconies.

From€405per night
Petit Palace President Castellana P Salamanca stay

Petit Palace President Castellana ★★★★

Madrid

7.8Very good3,941 reviews

A stylish base in Madrid’s Salamanca district with a generous breakfast buffet and easy access to shopping and Retiro Park.

From€125per night
Hotel Liabeny H Central & Highly Rated

Hotel Liabeny ★★★★

Madrid

8.9Great8,616 reviews

Central Madrid hotel with a high guest rating, spacious rooms, and a hearty breakfast.

From€60per night
Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza P Museum district

Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza ★★★★

Madrid

8.6Great3,172 reviews

A design-led Madrid hotel a short walk from the Prado and Retiro Park, with a breakfast guests rate highly.

From€108per night
H10 Tribeca H Football-friendly

H10 Tribeca ★★★★

Madrid

8.7Great3,949 reviews

Modern rooms near Real Madrid's stadium with a rooftop plunge pool and rave reviews for breakfast and staff.

From€66per night
Ilunion Alcala Norte I Business-friendly

Ilunion Alcala Norte ★★★★

Madrid

8.9Great13,781 reviews

Eco-friendly 4-star hotel in Madrid's business district, with easy metro access and a well-reviewed breakfast.

From€52per night
Petit Palace Plaza Del Carmen P Central & Pet-Friendly

Petit Palace Plaza Del Carmen ★★★★

Madrid

8.5Great2,417 reviews

A solid central base on Plaza del Carmen — close to Puerta del Sol and Gran Via, with bright, modern rooms and a genuinely helpful team.

From€105per night
Vincci Capitol V Art Deco on Gran Via

Vincci Capitol ★★★★

Madrid

8.7Great8,755 reviews

An Art Deco hotel with a rooftop bar right on Gran Via, praised for its central location and welcoming staff.

From€86per night
Petit Palace Alcala P Tech-forward stay

Petit Palace Alcala ★★★★

Madrid

8.3Great3,578 reviews

A high-tech hotel in central Madrid with a rooftop breakfast and in-room laptops, near the metro and major sights.

From€84per night
Nh Collection Madrid Eurobuilding N Near Bernabéu

Nh Collection Madrid Eurobuilding ★★★★

Madrid

8.8Great2,502 reviews

Spacious, modern rooms and a standout breakfast buffet, a short walk from the Santiago Bernabéu.

From€90per night
Senator Barajas S Airport-friendly

Senator Barajas ★★★★

Madrid

8.1Great15,340 reviews

Free airport shuttle and a seasonal pool make this a smart pick for early flights.

From€42per night
Hotel Opera H Central & Quiet

Hotel Opera ★★★★

Madrid

8.6Great2,124 reviews

Steps from the Royal Palace and Opera metro, this modern hotel earns praise for breakfast and staff.

From€67per night

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4 Star Hotels in Madrid: Where to Stay by Neighborhood

When you search for "4 star hotels in madrid," you're looking for a balanced stay: comfort, location, and value. In Madrid, this tier delivers exactly that across the city's most iconic districts. For first-timers, the area around Gran Via and Puerta del Sol puts you in the heart of the action, with hotels like Hotel Regina (9.2 rating) and Hotel Atlantico (9.1) offering rooftop bars and polished rooms. The art triangle near Prado and Retiro is equally popular, with Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza and Radisson Blu Hotel, Madrid Prado providing easy access to museums. If you're flying in, consider the airport hotels near Barajas, like Hilton Madrid Airport, which offer free shuttles and competitive rates from €57 per night. The cheapest options are typically in this airport zone, while the priciest, such as Dear Hotel Madrid at €406, sit on Gran Via with rooftop pools. Across the board, the average guest rating is an impressive 8.7, indicating consistent quality across the 50 hotels highlighted here.

Hotels Near the Prado Museum

If you're in Madrid for the art, staying near the Prado is a smart move. Several 4-star hotels are within a short stroll of the museum's grand facade. The Radisson Blu Hotel, Madrid Prado sits directly opposite, with balconied rooms overlooking the classic streets. A little further, Petit Palace Lealtad Plaza is an 8.6-rated design-led option just a few minutes' walk from the Prado and Retiro Park. For a seamless gallery-hopping experience, the area around Paseo del Prado also puts the Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofía museums within reach. These hotels tend to be on the higher side of the price range, with rates starting around €108, reflecting their prime cultural location.

Hotels Near Atocha Station

Atocha is Madrid's main rail gateway, and the 4-star hotels around it are perfect for travelers catching trains or arriving from the airport. The Radisson Red Madrid is a modern, art-filled hotel just steps from the station and the Reina Sofía museum, with a guest rating of 8.5. Across the street, Only You Hotel Atocha offers a rooftop restaurant and courtyard views, rated 8.9. For a more rock-and-roll vibe, the Hard Rock Hotel Madrid is also nearby, with live music and a seasonal pool. These hotels start at around €127 per night, making them a solid choice for those wanting easy access to public transport without sacrificing style.

Hotels on Gran Via: The Beating Heart of Madrid

Gran Via is Madrid's most famous boulevard, and its 4-star hotels offer a mix of classic elegance and modern energy. Riu Plaza Espana stands out with a 9.0 rating, a rooftop pool, and a gym, all steps from the metro. For a slightly more intimate feel, Hotel Atlantico (9.1) and Dear Hotel Madrid (8.7) both boast rooftop bars with panoramic views. The area is also home to Pestana CR7 Gran Via Madrid, a stylish pick with a rooftop pool. Staying here means you're minutes from Callao and Sol squares, with countless tapas bars and theaters at your doorstep. Prices on Gran Via are on the higher end, with Dear Hotel Madrid reaching €406, but you can find options starting around €117 if you book smart.

Hotels Near Plaza Mayor

Plaza Mayor is the historic heart of Madrid, and the 4-star hotels around it immerse you in the old city's charm. Petit Palace Posada Del Peine, in a building that claims to be one of the oldest hotels in Spain, puts the plaza just steps away. Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor offers modern rooms and a rooftop pool, rated 9.0. For a classic stay, Hotel Regina on Calle Alcalá is a 9.2-rated favorite, close to Plaza de Santa Ana and the metro. These central locations mean you can wander the narrow streets of La Latina or walk to the Royal Palace with ease. Prices here vary, with Petit Palace starting at €104 and Pestana Collection at €264.

Hotels Near Retiro Park

If you want green space and a relaxed atmosphere close to the city center, the area around Retiro Park is ideal. Petit Palace Savoy Alfonso XII faces the park directly, offering bright rooms and an exceptional breakfast. Novotel Madrid Center is another family-friendly option with a rooftop pool and elegant rooms near the park's edge. Only You Boutique Hotel Madrid, while a bit further, is a designer favorite with eclectic decor and a Michelin-star restaurant, also within walking distance. These hotels strike a balance between urban convenience and tranquility, with rates starting around €166 for the park-facing properties.

Frequently asked

What is the average price for a 4-star hotel in Madrid?

Most 4-star hotels in Madrid fall in the €100-€200 range, with the average typical price around €127. You can find budget options starting at €49, often near the airport, while premium locations like Gran Via can exceed €400.

Which area is best for a first-time visit to Madrid?

For a first visit, the areas around Gran Via, Puerta del Sol, and Plaza Mayor are ideal. You'll be in the middle of the action, close to major sights, public transport, and the best tapas bars. Hotels like Hotel Regina (9.2) and Riu Plaza Espana (9.0) are top picks here.

How far is the airport from the city center?

Barajas Airport is about 12 kilometers from central Madrid. Hotels like Hilton Madrid Airport offer direct convenience with free shuttles. If you prefer to stay central, metros and taxis connect the airport to the city in about 30-40 minutes.

Which hotels have rooftop pools?

Several 4-star hotels in Madrid feature rooftop pools, including Riu Plaza Espana, Dear Hotel Madrid, Pestana CR7 Gran Via Madrid, and Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor. These are perfect for cooling off after a day of sightseeing, with views over the city.

4 Star Hotels in Madrid

Madrid's four-star scene is the city's most versatile tier. These hotels cluster around the grand boulevards of Gran Via and Paseo del Prado, the barrios of Las Letras and La Latina, and the transport hubs of Atocha and Barajas. They range from design-led boutiques in historic buildings to business-oriented towers with outdoor pools, and they share a common thread: you get genuine comfort, prime location, and service without the five-star price tag. A typical night costs around €127, though you can find deals from €49 at airport hotels or stretch to €406 for a Gran Via address with a rooftop pool.

What sets Madrid's four-stars apart is their role as the city's cultural and social base. Many are within walking distance of the Prado, Reina Sofía, and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums, while others sit on Gran Via with rooftop bars overlooking the skyline. You can book a minimalist stay in the art district, a classic polished hotel near Plaza Mayor, or a family-friendly option by Retiro Park — all under the same star rating. This page focuses on the 50 highest-rated, but it's worth noting that the broader selection includes a few guest houses that share the star rating but offer room-only formats.

The bottom line

Madrid's 4-star hotels are ideal for travelers who want a central, comfortable base with amenities like rooftop pools, on-site dining, and easy access to culture — without the five-star price tag. The set includes everything from airport convenience to boutique designer stays, so you can match the hotel to your itinerary. If you're on a tight budget or prefer simpler accommodation, consider the 3-star or budget hotel pages. Those wanting luxury with a full spa and fine dining may find the 5-star options more suitable, while families should check the family-friendly page for extra amenities like kids' clubs and connecting rooms. For those driving, the hotels with parking page will be essential, and if you bring a pet, the pet-friendly page lists options that welcome furry companions.