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Hotel Riu Plaza España

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Gran Via

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In the heart of Madrid, Hotel Riu Plaza España offers an eco-friendly retreat near Royal Palace of Madrid and Plaza Mayor. Enjoy a light meal at Lobby Bar, take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas, or stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
The current price is CNY1,415
CNY1,557 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4

Why we love this property

Poolside retreat
The seasonal outdoor pool at this hotel creates a perfect oasis for relaxation, complete with comfortable loungers and umbrellas for shade.
Culinary dream spot
This hotel's restaurant and 2 bars serve something for everyone. Vegan and vegetarian options shine at the buffet breakfast and throughout delicious menus.

Room options

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Deluxe Room (King) | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room (King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(284 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room (Twin) | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room (Twin)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(206 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, Terrace (King) | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Terrace (King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room (Superior King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(114 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room (Superior Twin) | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room (Superior Twin)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, Terrace (Superior King) | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Terrace (Superior King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room (Family)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room (Family) | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room (Family)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, Terrace | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite Package | In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Presidential Suite Package

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, City View (King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(62 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, City View (Superior King)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
C/ Gran Via, 84, Madrid, 28013

What's nearby

  • Plaza de España - Princesa - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gran Via - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lope de Vega Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Palace of Madrid - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Plaza Mayor - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - 25 min drive
  • Calanas Station - 6 min drive
  • Madrid Principe Pio Station - 13 min walk
  • Madrid Recoletos Station - 25 min walk
  • Plaza de Espana Station - 2 min walk
  • Ventura Rodriguez Station - 5 min walk
  • Noviciado Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪360° Rooftop Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taberna Rincón de Reyes - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Garra Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ginkgo Restaurant & Sky Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Plaza España

When you stay at Hotel Riu Plaza España, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Gran Via and Royal Palace of Madrid. You can splash around at the seasonal outdoor pool, visit the restaurant for a bite to eat, or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Other highlights include a fitness center, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers like the central location for the sightseeing and because it's just a short walk to public transportation: Plaza de Espana Station is steps away and Ventura Rodriguez Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 583 rooms
    • Arranged over 26 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Secured covered onsite self parking (EUR 32.50 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Onsite garage
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge)
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Business center
  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (32292 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1948
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 43
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 14 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 29
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 43
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Hospital bed available
  • Pool access ramp on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Lobby Bar - This lobby lounge serves light fare only.
Sky Bar - This rooftop bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 30 for adults and EUR 10 for children

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs EUR 32.50 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses wind energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel RIU Plaza España Madrid
RIU Plaza España Madrid
RIU Plaza España
Hotel RIU Plaza España Hotel
Hotel RIU Plaza España Madrid
Hotel RIU Plaza España Hotel Madrid

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riu Plaza España offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Riu Plaza España does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Plaza España?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Plaza España?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riu Plaza España?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 32.50 per night. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riu Plaza España?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Riu Plaza España?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Gran Via (13-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Riu Plaza España and nearby?

Hotel Riu Plaza España has 2 bars and a seasonal outdoor pool, as well as a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Plaza España?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Lobby Bar.

What's the area around Hotel Riu Plaza España like?

Hotel Riu Plaza España is in Madrid Centro, a short 2-minute walk from Plaza de Espana Station and 10 minutes' walk from Royal Palace of Madrid. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza España Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a great variety of options, all fresh and well-presented, catering to different tastes and preferences. (354 reviews)
  • The property's location is convenient for airport access, with public transportation and taxis readily available. (3 reviews)
  • The gym had a good variety of cardio and resistance training equipment. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Outstanding service, location and breakfast.
Julia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelente hotel!
ROBERTO, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hospitality
Elaine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location, friendly staff.
MEI LING, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Courteous staff, great place to stay
Luis, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The stay at Roy Plaza met our expectations fully
Manne, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice bed, amazing breakfast and great location.
Gilberto, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was neat!
MITZA, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A fantastic hotel for families and couples alike. Great location, breakfast included in the room rate, excellent service, and an amazing rooftop terrace with city views.
Adrian, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff- good location
Glass bridge over the city
Elaine, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was very good in general. Bell staff very helpful
Marta, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
View from the rooftop
Luis Ivan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great staff and a good breakfast.
William, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location to explore Madrid. Metro-Station in front of the building. Sightseeing Spots like the historic center or the Royal Palace in walking distance.
View from the roof top
Lars, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, staff was friendly, breakfast area was huge
Maral, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel
Riu roof top
Joselyn, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelente hotel
Thais, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and great location
Arturo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really good the stay and the services all your staff are really friendly
WILSON, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good
Tu, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love it, is my second time using this hotel
Leticia, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good lifts as you bleep your room card and put floor in and it picks out of 8 lifts best one to take! Roof access included so no need to que with the public just walk right in! Great location next to metro. Friendly helpful staff v clean and great breakfast. Only left a star off as terrace didnt have a great view so maybe check with hotel if you really want to be at the front !
Emma, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel Riu Plaza is one of the best hotel I’ve ever been! Their breakfast is top notch!
ASIF, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Breakfast was awesome all types of food
JOSE, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. The terrace room with views to Plaza de España is just fantastic.
Lorna, 3-night trip