Discover Madrid's most welcoming hotels, from chic boutique properties in the vibrant Chueca neighborhood - the heart of the city's LGBTQ+ scene - to luxurious stays along the bustling Gran Vía. Whether you're looking to experience Madrid's legendary nightlife, world-class shopping, or rich cultural heritage, our curated selection of gay-friendly accommodations ensures you'll find the perfect base for your Spanish getaway.
Best Gay-Friendly Hotels in Madrid
Looking for a good-value hotel close to Madrid's legendary gay nightlife, fabulous historic sights and excellent shopping arcades?
Gay Mid-Range + Budget Hotels in Madrid by area
Chueca
Madrid's gay village, located north of Gran Via. The famous Chueca square has tons of rainbow flags, cafes, gay bars and clubs that stay open until late.
Hotels in this area offer a great base for sightseeing and gay nightlife in Madrid.
Hotels in this area offer a great base for sightseeing and gay nightlife in Madrid.
Axel Hotel Madrid - Adults Only
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Atocha, 49,, Madrid
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2019 Most Booked
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Why this hotel? New gay hotel. Rooftop sky bar and pool. Near the gay scene and metro station.
Axel Hotels is a hotel chain focusing on the LGBTIQ+ community. But first and foremost, they have created a free and tolerant society, where diversity and respect are valued, and everyone is equally welcome without prejudice to their gender identity and expression.
Axel Hotel Madrid is located on Atocha Street number 49, in the famous “Barrio de las Letras”, and it is surrounded by the most emblematic streets of the city, in a bohemian atmosphere that combines shopping, good gastronomy and fun.
The hotel has 88 rooms and here you will find an LGBTIQ+ meeting point in the capital, with its innovative spaces made specially so you can treat yourself and have fun, always loyal to Axel’s concept of style, design, comfort and cosmopolitan environment.
Axel Hotel Madrid has a Restaurant, gym, an underground bar (Bala Perdida Club) and a Sky Bar on the rooftop terrace with a pool, solarium, and lounge where you can enjoy the unique Axel Hotels ambience and its hetero-friendly philosophy.
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Bala Perdida Club
Casanova Kit by Axel amenities (Biodegradable)
Coffee & Tea facilities
Hair dryer
minibar
Pool
Restaurant
Room Service
safe
Sky Bar
Wellness & fitness
7 Islas Madrid
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Calle Valverde 14, Madrid
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2017 Most Booked
Top 100
2019 Most Booked
Top 100
Why this hotel? Superb location. Close to everything. Value for money.
The 7 Islas offers impeccable service and great rooms, located just 200 metres from Gran Via, right outside of Chueca gay district, very close to Boyberry and just a short walk to gay bars.
Air-conditioned guest rooms have very comfortable beds and free WiFi. Some rooms have a terrace with nice city views. Breakfast includes a good selection of fruit, meats, cheeses, eggs, etc.
The nearby Gran Via metro station makes it easy to reach to all the major sights in Madrid.
Air-conditioned guest rooms have very comfortable beds and free WiFi. Some rooms have a terrace with nice city views. Breakfast includes a good selection of fruit, meats, cheeses, eggs, etc.
The nearby Gran Via metro station makes it easy to reach to all the major sights in Madrid.
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Petit Palace Ducal Chueca
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Hortaleza; 3,, Madrid
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2017 Most Booked
Top 100
2019 Most Booked
Top 100
Why this hotel? Gay-popular hotel. Great value for money.
Location, location, location! The gay-popular Petit Palace Ducal is steps away from the Gran Via metro station and near gay venues in Chueca. ENFRENTE bar is just around the corner.
This 19th century mansion has been converted into a modern boutique hotel with stylish rooms. Facilities include a hydro-massage shower, free WiFi, laptop-sized safe, flat screen TV and minibar.
Excellent value for money and very popular during Madrid Pride.
This 19th century mansion has been converted into a modern boutique hotel with stylish rooms. Facilities include a hydro-massage shower, free WiFi, laptop-sized safe, flat screen TV and minibar.
Excellent value for money and very popular during Madrid Pride.
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Only You Boutique Hotel Madrid
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Calle Barquillo, 21, Madrid,, Madrid
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Why this hotel? New boutique hotel. Stylish design. Near the gay bars.
Housed in a beautiful restored 19th century building, Only YOU Boutique features a unique interior design and creative elements that impress.
Each large, uniquely decorated guest room features free WiFi, 42" satellite TV, minibar, high quality toiletries. Only YOU's lounge is a destination of its own, serving cocktails and gourmet food in a beautiful setting.
Located just a short walk from the gay bars in Chueca and Gran Via. Not the cheapest, but we think it’s worth it.
Each large, uniquely decorated guest room features free WiFi, 42" satellite TV, minibar, high quality toiletries. Only YOU's lounge is a destination of its own, serving cocktails and gourmet food in a beautiful setting.
Located just a short walk from the gay bars in Chueca and Gran Via. Not the cheapest, but we think it’s worth it.
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Gym
Restaurant
Room Mate Óscar
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Plaza Vázquez de Mella 12, Madrid
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Why this hotel? In the gay district. Fabulous rooftop bar.
A consistently popular Madrid hotel on Travel Gay. Room Mate Óscar is located in the heart of the gay district overlooking the Chueca plaza, just steps from many of the best gay bars & cruise clubs.
Guest rooms & suites have soundproof windows (essential in this part of town), fast free WiFi, minibar, flat screen LCD TV. Breakfast served until noon, and deli-style room service is available.
The hotel's rooftop terrace offer fabulous views. Its poolside bar & lounge is a destination in its own right. Book early for fiestas and other public holidays.
Guest rooms & suites have soundproof windows (essential in this part of town), fast free WiFi, minibar, flat screen LCD TV. Breakfast served until noon, and deli-style room service is available.
The hotel's rooftop terrace offer fabulous views. Its poolside bar & lounge is a destination in its own right. Book early for fiestas and other public holidays.
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Swimming pool
B&B HOTEL Madrid Centro Fuencarral 52
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Calle de Fuencarral 52,, Madrid
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Why this hotel? Stylish rooms. Free coffee & juice all day. Great value.
Whilst not quite within the Chueca area, the B&B Fuencarral is just a couple of minutes' walk from the gay bars and less than 400 metres from Gran Via.
The soundproof, minimalist-designed yet very comfortable rooms feature free high speed WiFi, LED TV, minibar, safe, large shower with double jets.
On the 5th floor is a coffee and juice bar, offering unlimited free drinks and fruit all day and some great rooftop views of Madrid. Excellent value.
The soundproof, minimalist-designed yet very comfortable rooms feature free high speed WiFi, LED TV, minibar, safe, large shower with double jets.
On the 5th floor is a coffee and juice bar, offering unlimited free drinks and fruit all day and some great rooftop views of Madrid. Excellent value.
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Free Wi-Fi
Hostal Room Pride
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Calle San Bartolomé 2, Madrid
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2019 Most Booked
Top 100
Why this hotel? Gay hostel. Excellent value. In the gay district.
Very gay-orientated budget hotel in the heart of the Chueca gay district and just steps from many of the best gay bars. Gran Via metro station and Puerta del Sol are all nearby.
Hostal Room Pride offers 8 simply furnished rooms in bold colours. Each room features private bathroom, flat screen TV, air conditioning, free WiFi.
Excellent value and great location for the gay nightlife.
Hostal Room Pride offers 8 simply furnished rooms in bold colours. Each room features private bathroom, flat screen TV, air conditioning, free WiFi.
Excellent value and great location for the gay nightlife.
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Free Wi-Fi
Gran Via
Madrid's most famous street, Gran Via, is filled with shops, restaurants and hotels in beautiful art deco buildings. The central section of Gran Via runs past the Chueca gay district.
All these hotels are within walking distance of Chueca and the city centre.
All these hotels are within walking distance of Chueca and the city centre.
Iberostar Las Letras Gran Via
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Calle Gran Via 11, Madrid
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2018 Most Booked
Top 100
Why this hotel? Beautiful design. Near the gay district. Popular choice.
The design of this gorgeous hotel pays homage to Spanish literature and language. Iberostar Las Letras is one of a few hotels in Madrid that successfully combined with old and the new.
Behind the 100-year-old façade, the modern rooms feature custom-made furniture and fabrics and high quality products. We recommend their Superior or Deluxe rooms with fabulous views of Madrid.
The rooftop bar is a great place to enjoy a Mojito before heading out to the nearby Chueca gay scene.
Behind the 100-year-old façade, the modern rooms feature custom-made furniture and fabrics and high quality products. We recommend their Superior or Deluxe rooms with fabulous views of Madrid.
The rooftop bar is a great place to enjoy a Mojito before heading out to the nearby Chueca gay scene.
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Catalonia Gran Vía Madrid
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Gran Via, 7-9,, Madrid
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Why this hotel? Excellent value. Close to the gay nightlife and Gran Via metro.
The Catalonia has a great central location just a couple of minutes' walk from the Chueca gay nightlife. Gran Via metro station is just 250 metre away, so it's easy to explore Madrid's sights.
The large, air-conditioned guest rooms feature a comfortable bed, satellite TV, free WiFi. The hotel offers really good value rooms that have limited views.
For just a little bit more money, you can get a room with a fabulous view out over Gran Via. Breakfast is included in many rates. The hotel has a small gym, rooftop plunge pool and spa.
The large, air-conditioned guest rooms feature a comfortable bed, satellite TV, free WiFi. The hotel offers really good value rooms that have limited views.
For just a little bit more money, you can get a room with a fabulous view out over Gran Via. Breakfast is included in many rates. The hotel has a small gym, rooftop plunge pool and spa.
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Jacuzzi / Hot Pool
Restaurant
Sauna
H10 Villa De La Reina
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Gran Via 22,, Madrid
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2018 Most Booked
Top 100
Why this hotel? Excellent value. Close to Gran Via metro & Chueca gay scene.
H10 Villa de la Reina holds a good reputation in offering great value for money and high quality service. It offers free WiFi, 24-hour reception, a bar and restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine.
Guest rooms are modern, decent-sized and feature comfortable beds, wooden floors, flat screen TV and a balcony overlooking the famous Gran Via.
The hotel’s location is tough to beat, being just a few minutes’ walk from Puerta del Sol and less than 10 minutes from the Chueca gay bars - ENFRENTE, Studio 54, Bearbie and many more!
Guest rooms are modern, decent-sized and feature comfortable beds, wooden floors, flat screen TV and a balcony overlooking the famous Gran Via.
The hotel’s location is tough to beat, being just a few minutes’ walk from Puerta del Sol and less than 10 minutes from the Chueca gay bars - ENFRENTE, Studio 54, Bearbie and many more!
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Hotel Indigo Madrid Gran Via
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Calle Silva 6, 28013 Madrid, Spain,, Madrid
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Why this hotel? Convenient location. Modern. Popular choice.
Located in the heart of Madrid, Hotel Indigo is right next to the famous Gran Via street and within 10 minutes from the Chueca gay village.
This modern hotel features a fabulous rooftop terrace with skyline views, outdoor pool, restaurant & bar. Each stylish room has free WiFi, 40" LCD TV, air conditioning, Nespresso coffee, rain shower.
The vibrant Puerta del Sol area is just a 5-minute walk away, with many shopping & dining options. Other parts of Madrid can be reached quickly via the nearby Callao metro.
This modern hotel features a fabulous rooftop terrace with skyline views, outdoor pool, restaurant & bar. Each stylish room has free WiFi, 40" LCD TV, air conditioning, Nespresso coffee, rain shower.
The vibrant Puerta del Sol area is just a 5-minute walk away, with many shopping & dining options. Other parts of Madrid can be reached quickly via the nearby Callao metro.
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Gym
Restaurant
Sun terrace
Swimming pool
Puerta del Sol
Famous square in central Madrid. The area around Puerta del Sol is filled with shops, cafés and restaurants. Several major sights are nearby, and you can walk to the Chueca gay bars in 15-20 minutes or faster on the metro.
Urban Hotel
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Carrera San Jeronimo 34, Madrid
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Why this hotel? Central location. Stylish design. Walk to Chueca gay district.
The stylish Urban Hotel fuses an art deco and modern styling with a reasonable degree of success.Its central location is great for sightseeing & shopping. A huge choice of gay bars and late night dance clubs in Chueca gay village are about 10 minutes walk away.
Guest rooms feature a minibar, safe, flat screen TV, blackout blinds and double-glazed windows. The Urban's duplex suites and suite lofts have fabulous raised living space separate from the bedroom.
The hotel offers a good value for money within its 5-star price bracket and great service. The rooftop terrace bar with sun loungers is a nice bonus.
Guest rooms feature a minibar, safe, flat screen TV, blackout blinds and double-glazed windows. The Urban's duplex suites and suite lofts have fabulous raised living space separate from the bedroom.
The hotel offers a good value for money within its 5-star price bracket and great service. The rooftop terrace bar with sun loungers is a nice bonus.
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Bar
Cafe
Free Wi-Fi
Gym
Restaurant
Swimming pool
The Westin Palace Madrid
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Plaza de las Cortes 7, Madrid
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Why this hotel? Madrid's finest. Historic building. Excellent location.
Pretty much as good as it gets in Madrid. Originally commissioned in 1912 by King Alfonso XIII who wanted Madrid to have a world-class hotel, the Westin has seen important events in Spanish history and still sets the standards for Madrid today.
All classically-styled rooms & suites feature the signature Westin Heavenly Bed and soundproofing. Located in the cultural centre, the hotel overlooks Plaza de las Cortes and is about 15 minutes from the Chueca gay district.
If you are in town for Pride, then Plaza de Cibeles (which we think is one of the best-viewing locations) is just a 5-minute walk away.
All classically-styled rooms & suites feature the signature Westin Heavenly Bed and soundproofing. Located in the cultural centre, the hotel overlooks Plaza de las Cortes and is about 15 minutes from the Chueca gay district.
If you are in town for Pride, then Plaza de Cibeles (which we think is one of the best-viewing locations) is just a 5-minute walk away.
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Bar
Gym
Massage
Restaurant
Sauna
Shop
Hotel Regina
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Calle de Alcalá 19, Madrid
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Why this hotel? Popular choice. Perfect location. Great value.
A 3-star hotel with a lot of substance. Hotel Regina, which back to 1918, is located near the famous Puerta del Sol square, metro station, and within easy reach of the Chueca gay scene.
All 180 guest rooms are stylishly furnished. The Superior rooms have a more contemporary feel than the Standard ones. Free WiFi in all areas.
Regina has its own restaurant and bar, although you're spoilt for choice when it comes to dining options in the part of town.
All 180 guest rooms are stylishly furnished. The Superior rooms have a more contemporary feel than the Standard ones. Free WiFi in all areas.
Regina has its own restaurant and bar, although you're spoilt for choice when it comes to dining options in the part of town.
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Hotels in Other Areas
These hotels are located in surrounding areas of central Madrid and still within easy access to the Chueca gay scene and attractions.
Hospes Puerta de Alcalá
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Plaza de la Independencia 3, Madrid
Show on mapWhy this hotel? Boutique luxury. Great facilities. Near the gay scene.
The luxurious Hospes Puerta de Alcalá is located next to Madrid's popular park, Parque del Retiro, and just a short walk of cultural attractions such as the Museo del Prado and the Puerta de Alcalá.
The fully renovated 1883 building offers 40 chic guest rooms with king-sized beds, flat screen TV's and free WiFi. The larger Deluxe Alcalá rooms have great views of Puerta de Alcalá and the park.
The hotel has its own spa and gym, terrace bar and restaurants, although there are plenty of dining choices nearby. The gay bars and clubs in Chueca are about 10-15 minutes' walk away.
The fully renovated 1883 building offers 40 chic guest rooms with king-sized beds, flat screen TV's and free WiFi. The larger Deluxe Alcalá rooms have great views of Puerta de Alcalá and the park.
The hotel has its own spa and gym, terrace bar and restaurants, although there are plenty of dining choices nearby. The gay bars and clubs in Chueca are about 10-15 minutes' walk away.
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Gym
Massage
Restaurant
Spa
Steam room
Swimming pool
Gran Melia Fenix
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C/ Hermosilla, 2 Madrid 28001,, Madrid
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Why this hotel? Excellent facilities. Fabulous dining & bar.
As grand as it gets. The luxurious Gran Meliá Fénix is located next to Plaza de Colón in Salamanca district and only minutes away from Colón metro station.
The rooms are decorated in classic English style - each with flat screen satellite TV, DVD player, iPod dock, coffee maker, pillow menu, minibar, free WiFi. Facilities include a spa, sauna & gym. The Époque restaurant serves Mediterranean food, while DRY Cosmopolitan Bar is a destination of its own.
Great for shopping and sightseeing as Gran Via, city centre and the Chueca gay district are all within 20 minutes' walk way.
The rooms are decorated in classic English style - each with flat screen satellite TV, DVD player, iPod dock, coffee maker, pillow menu, minibar, free WiFi. Facilities include a spa, sauna & gym. The Époque restaurant serves Mediterranean food, while DRY Cosmopolitan Bar is a destination of its own.
Great for shopping and sightseeing as Gran Via, city centre and the Chueca gay district are all within 20 minutes' walk way.
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Gym
Massage
Restaurant
Sauna
Shop
Relais And Chateaux Orfila
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Orfila 6, 28010 Madrid,, Madrid
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Why this hotel? Boutique choice. Elegant décor. Convenient location.
Small, charming boutique hotel on a quiet street in Salamanca district. Hotel Orfila by Relais & Châteaux was converted from a 19th century palace. The hotel has a beautiful terrace and gardens.
All spacious, elegantly furnished rooms & suites feature free WiFi. The onsite Jardín de Orfila restaurant offers delicious cuisine as well as a selection of the best wines.
Hotel Orfila is a 5-minute walk from Alfonso Martinez metro station and within easy access to shops, cafés and restaurants. Madrid city centre and the gay nightlife can be reached in 15-20 minutes on foot.
All spacious, elegantly furnished rooms & suites feature free WiFi. The onsite Jardín de Orfila restaurant offers delicious cuisine as well as a selection of the best wines.
Hotel Orfila is a 5-minute walk from Alfonso Martinez metro station and within easy access to shops, cafés and restaurants. Madrid city centre and the gay nightlife can be reached in 15-20 minutes on foot.
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
AC Santo Mauro
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Calle de Zurbano 36, Madrid
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Why this hotel? Stunning mansion. Fabulous dining & pool. Superb service.
Duke of Santo Mauro would have anticipated that his neoclassical mansion, built in 1895, would end up being converted into a hotel - and even less likely that it would be recommended for gay travelers.
But if you like a bit of class, we're sure you will appreciate the outstanding service and the gorgeous setting. The AC offers a great combination of the contemporary and classic, as well as excellent dining.
The hotel features a nice indoor pool and a decent gym. Located in Chamberi neighbourhood, just a short taxi ride from the gay district.
But if you like a bit of class, we're sure you will appreciate the outstanding service and the gorgeous setting. The AC offers a great combination of the contemporary and classic, as well as excellent dining.
The hotel features a nice indoor pool and a decent gym. Located in Chamberi neighbourhood, just a short taxi ride from the gay district.
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Bar
Gym
Massage
Restaurant
Sauna
Shop
Steam room
Swimming pool
Radisson RED Madrid (ex. Paseo del Arte)
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Calle Atocha 123,, Madrid
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Why this hotel? Convenient location. Rooftop terrace & gym. Gay-popular.
Contemporary designer hotel Paseo del Arte is located in Madrid's Art Triangle, a 2-minute walk from Atocha station and a short walk from gay Sauna Lavapiés and The RING gay cruise club.
Each modern room features floor-to-ceiling windows, flat screen satellite TV, minibar, free WiFi. Upgraded rooms have a balcony with city view. Room service is available.
Paseo del Arte has a well-equipped gym, restaurant and 24-hour front desk. The rooftop lounge offers excellent panoramic city view. A popular choice with gay guests.
Each modern room features floor-to-ceiling windows, flat screen satellite TV, minibar, free WiFi. Upgraded rooms have a balcony with city view. Room service is available.
Paseo del Arte has a well-equipped gym, restaurant and 24-hour front desk. The rooftop lounge offers excellent panoramic city view. A popular choice with gay guests.
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Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Gym
Restaurant
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