Then and Now.
Gran Hotel Ingles takes Madrid by storm
The oldest hotel in Madrid opened its doors for the first time in 1886.
The Gran Hotel Inglés stands out as a pioneer in Madrid's hotel offerings, having been the first establishment in the city to have a restaurant, as well as being one of the first to have electric lighting. This unique hotel, located in the heart of Madrid, perfectly combines urban sophistication with the charm of the 1920s. With a total of 48 rooms, this oasis of 1920s elegance is located in Madrid's most vibrant and authentic location: the Barrio de las Letras.
If you are looking for luxury hotels in Madrid, look no further, because the Gran Hotel Inglés is your ideal choice. Our hotel in Madrid downtown is located in the heart of the city, allowing you to enjoy the authentic essence of the Spanish capital during your stay. Come and live the unique experience offered by our hotel in Madrid downtown!

ACCOMMODATION Elegant & Evocative
The perfect environment for an oasis of luxury, peace and relaxation.
Luxury hotel rooms in Madrid’s city centre bring to mind the interior of a luxurious art deco salon: hardwood floors, walls lined with padded leather panels, bronze furniture and glass. Armchairs, fabrics and textures exclusively designed by David Rockwell create the perfect environment for an oasis of luxury, peace and relaxation.

News & Culture
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From Routine to Relaxation: Discover the Best Places for Afterwork in Madrid
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The literary charm of Madrid: Discover the Gran Hotel Inglés in Barrio de las Letras
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Art in the Heart of Madrid: Places You Can't Miss
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5 Madrid traditions you should know: Immerse yourself in the culture of the Spanish capital!
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6 places to visit on your romantic getaway to Madrid
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Picasso Campaign: Commemoration of the 50th anniversary of his death
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Welcome spring in Madrid! Discover 5 places you'll love
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Luxury and central: The ideal hotel to enjoy Madrid's fashion week and ARCOmadrid
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The best gastronomy in Madrid that you cannot miss
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Traditional plans in Madrid in December
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Benefits of staying in a 5-star hotel
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A luxurious stay in Madrid
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Visit the Frida Kahlo exhibition in Madrid
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5 secrets of Madrid that you surely did not know!
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Shopping Experience together with Galería Canalejas
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Visit Madrid with your four-legged best friend
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The best museums in Madrid
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The "Iced Afternoon tea", a refreshing version of the classic tea service arrives at the Gran Hotel Inglés
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What to do in Madrid on a weekend?
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Movie Nights
"Movie Nights" return to LoBbyto on Friday nights.
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Arquitectura del Orden, a market for second opportunities
Gran Hotel Inglés took place a new Arquitectura del Orden market. His creators, Astrid and María, are two decoration lovers as well as second opportunity givers.
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Gran Hotel Inglés has won with the Tripadvisor's Travellers' Choice Award
The three specific categories in which it has won the award were: Luxury Spain, Top Europe and Top Spain.
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Enjoy the best Sunday brunch in Madrid
Brunch are trending. And it is that this tradition, typical of the families of the English high society of the 19th century, has passed to our days as an opportunity to savor different culinary creations, create unique memories together with the best of companies and recreate with the best musical pieces and artistic.
So if you want to enjoy a Sunday brunch in Madrid, the “Show Brunch” at the Gran Hotel Inglés may be just what you are looking for.
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Gran Hotel Inglés to run special events and serve cocktails celebrating famous writers for World Book Day
The most notable of these events is the lunch/gathering organised by the booksellers’ association “La Cuesta de Moyano,” where you can talk about literature to your heart’s content over a spot of fine dining, with a special menu prepared by Michelin-star chef Fernando P. Arellano.
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Relax in our hotel with spa in Madrid
Located in the neighborhood of Las Letras, the Gran Hotel Inglés is already 165 years old. It was the first hotel to have electric lighting in Madrid, and that led it to host numerous famous people.
In the facilities of our 5-star hotel in Madrid, you will find a coffee room, a restaurant, spacious white rooms with upholstered baseboards or marble bathtubs, and many more secrets that we invite you to discover by staying with us.
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Gran Hotel Inglés: your 5-star hotel in Madrid
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New "Show-Brunch" of English, a proposal where music, show and gastronomy come together
New gastronomic proposal signed by the chef Fernando P. Arellano
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The GRAN HOTEL INGLÉS celebrates Women's Day with different proposals during the month of March
Events at GHI during the month of March on the occasion of Women's Day
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The best restaurants in Madrid
We therefore invite you to discover the very best of Madrid and let your taste buds guide you to the best restaurants and places to eat in the city.
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What to do with the kids in Madrid this Christmas?
In this article, we will talk about the best things to do in Madrid over the Christmas period for families with children.
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Madrid’s Christmas Markets
If you want to feel the true Christmas spirit that runs through the Spanish capital and enjoy an unforgettable stay at our 5 star hotel in Madrid, you must visit Madrid’s Christmas markets.
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Gran Hotel Inglés is proud to present “Blossom Tea,” its brand-new evanescent florist’s
Blossom Tea is a temporary service that will be running from 3 to 14 November in the main lobby of the iconic Gran Hotel Inglés, where you will be able to savour the finest afternoon tea and marvel at extraordinary flower arrangements.
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The seven most spectacular viewpoints in Madrid
Discover Madrid from one of its seven most spectacular viewpoints and enjoy a truly unforgettable experience that will make you fall in love with our wonderful city.
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What to see in Madrid in 2 days?
Here’s our ultimate guide on the best things to do in Madrid
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DELUXE PLANS FOR A WEEKEND BREAK IN MADRID
A weekend break in Madrid means enjoying a few unforgettable days to fall in love with the attractions of the capital.
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TRADITIONAL MADRID FOOD
Fine dining enthusiasts will marvel at Madrid’s highly impressive array of traditional dishes. You simply cannot visit the city without savouring mouth-watering, traditional Madrid food.
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GRAN HOTEL INGLÉS HEADQUARTERS OF THE FIRST LUXURY CONSORTIUM "MADRID LUXURY DESTINATION"
Madrid celebrated its First Tourism and Culture Forum with the support of the entity Madrid Capital de Lujo (MCDL) and its president Kevin de Ribes with the Tourism, Culture, and Sports delegate Andrea Levy.
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JAZZ IN MADRID
According to the experts, life is a lot like jazz… it’s best when you improvise… Improvise a weekend in Madrid and visit the best jazz halls in the capital.
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EXCLUSIVE GALLERIES: A DIFFERENT PLAN IN MADRID
“A luxury brand is still an industrial product; an artist’s signature on his work guarantees exclusivity. A unique piece is true luxury” Andy Warhol.
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GRAN HOTEL INGLÉS PRESENTS CASA LOBO, RENOVATED, ON THE HANDS-OFF FERNANDO P. ARELLANO
The new concept wants to position the restaurant as a classic “food house” with a contemporary approach.
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FILM NIGHTS AT LOBBYTO
Live music, traditional tapas, dishes to share, cocktails and the best music for Summer nights.
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GRAN HOTEL INGLÉS IS AWARDED BEST BOUTIQUE HOTEL
The emblematic establishment has more than 130 years of history and dates back to 1886, making it the capital’s first luxury hotel.
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THINGS TO DO IN BARRIO DE LAS LETRAS (MADRID)
Madrid’s Literary Quarter charmed Miguel de Cervantes, Tirso de Molina, Lorca and Quevedo. If you come here, you will love it too.
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THE MOST UNIQUE EXPERIENCES TO HAVE IN MADRID
In Madrid there are many activities you can do, some of them are the most typical. However, there are other activities, which are not so visible to the general public, these are the exclusive activities that you can do in Madrid.
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LUXURY GETAWAYS FOR COUPLES TO MADRID: A UNIQUE AND UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE
Enjoy a luxury getaway as a couple at Gran Hotel Inglés. The best 5* plans for a romantic weekend!
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BEST CULTURAL ACTIVITIES IN MADRID: UNFORGETTABLE FOR THE VISITOR
Discover the best activities in Madrid! At Gran Hotel Inglés, we offer you the best selection to make sure you experience everything it has to offer.
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THE MADRID RESTAURANT WITH MICHELIN QUALITY: CASA LOBO
Casa Lobo reopens, the Madrid restaurant that inherits the mantle of the iconic Café Inglés, right next door to the Gran Hotel Inglés, the oldest hotel in Madrid.
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Five Historic Hotels: Hotels with cultural interest
Staying at historic hotels enables you to play a part in the chronicles of their cities. We recommend five options you won’t want to miss.
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GRAN HOTEL INGLÉS IN FORBES
The businesswoman Carmen Cordón Muro, co-founder of Hidden Away Hotels, in an interview with Forbes, talks about the reopening of Gran Hotel Inglés and mentions that this five-star hotel is the company's flagship.
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LUXURY SERVICE IN A GRAND HOTEL INGLÉS, TAILOR-MADE FOR ITS GUESTS
Gran Hotel Inglés is looking forward to making all your dreams come true, we invite you to visit us!
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GRAN HOTEL INGLÉS, GET TO KNOW OUR HOTEL
If you are looking for a hotel in Madrid you cannot miss the opportunity to visit Gran Hotel Inglés.
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THE BEST PLANS IN MADRID’S BARRIO DE LAS LETRAS
We encourage you to discover the best Barrio de las Letras has to offer, something different that you’ll love.
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THE MOST EXCLUSIVE PLACES TO DRINK BEST COCKTAILS IN MADRID AND ENJOY THE BEST ATMOSPHERE
In this guide to the finest places for going out for a drink in Madrid you’ll find the best options for enjoying your favourite tipple.
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MUSEUMS OF MADRID: THE ART TRIANGLE, A MUST-SEE NEXT TO THE BARRIO DE LAS LETRAS
Among the museums of Madrid, the Art Triangle is one of the must-see sights near the Barrio de las Letras. Find out more!
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FLAMENCO IN MADRID, TRADITION AND EMOTION IN EQUAL PARTS
We invite you to discover the history of flamenco in Madrid and urge you to enjoy an unforgettable show at our recommended venues.
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GRAN HOTEL INGLÉS FETED IN TRIPADVISOR’S TRAVELLERS’ CHOICE 2020 AWARDS
At Gran Hotel Inglés we’ve been feted in Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best awards, an honour we’d like to share with you.
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SECRET PLACES IN MADRID TO ENJOY AND BE ENCHANTED BY
Come discover Madrid’s secret places on your next visit to the capital. Be enchanted by these amazing places!
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THE GRAN HOTEL INGLÉS GETS READY TO WELCOME YOU
The Gran Hotel Inglés is getting ready to welcome you, applying the strictest safety measures to protect your health. Find out all about them!
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WHAT IS A BOUTIQUE HOTEL, AND WHAT EXCLUSIVE SERVICES DOES IT OFFER?
A boutique hotel is a deluxe option for the most discerning guests. The Gran Hotel Inglés is your best choice: we explain why you’ll love it
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THE INTERIOR OF THE GRAN HOTEL INGLÉS (Rooms, restaurant...)
Walking into the Gran Hotel Inglés, you enter a slice of the capital’s history. Its exquisite decor transports you back to days gone by, to an age brimming with sophistication, turning your stay into a luxury experience through time from the moment you arrive.
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ENJOY A GLASS OF VERMOUTH IN THE BARRIO DE LAS LETRAS
Enjoying a pre-lunch tipple of vermouth in Madrid is an unmissable experience. It is a modern tradition that actually dates back years. Today we tell you all about its origin, the different varieties available, and where you can enjoy a good glass of vermouth in the Barrio de las Letras.
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Interview with David Veguillas, Head Concierge at Gran Hotel Inglés
The world’s most elegant and sophisticated hotels not only offer their clients the best services and products, but also the best, most personalised and á la carte treatment.
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Gran Hotel Inglés invites you to discover the authentic Broadway
Travelling to New York without moving away from Madrid? Yes, now it is possible.
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The Prado Museum’s most elegant exhibitions
Declared a property of cultural interest in 1962 and just one year away from celebrating its first bicentenary, the Prado Museum is currently one of the best recognised art galleries worldwide, with over three and a half million visitors a year.
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A night at the Gran Hotel Inglés: What our Guests Say
The Gran Hotel Inglés is an exclusive 5-star boutique hotel in Madrid’s Barrio de las Letras. This exceptional establishment is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World association, which recognises the best 375 hotels in the world.
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Luxury Christmas at Lobo 8
The Christmas holidays are drawing closer. Madrid is more splendid than ever at this time of the year: the streets are full of light and they are dressed to the nines to bid farewell to the year and to see in the New Year.
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Madrid’s oldest hotel to re-open after renovation
The Gran Hotel Inglés is in the cultural, shopping and entertainment nerve centre of Madrid, at the very heart of Barrio de las Letras (Literary Quarter).
Guilt and complex-free... life is a cornucopia of pleasures.
At the Gran Hotel Inglés we specialise in nurturing them. Visiting two of Madrid’s best-kept and most pulsating secrets is a must: the authentic cuisine of Casa Lobo and the city’s most genuine cocktails at LoBbyto bar. In search of delighting in...