Location. This contemporary hotel, housed in an early-1900s building and located on the corner of the bustling Gran Via, is just 200 metres from the shops of Preciados Street. Madrid Barajas Airport is 20 kilometres from the hotel, a 30-minute drive. Hotel Features.The front desk offers 24-hour service, as well as safe-deposit boxes, and complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby. There is wireless Internet access available throughout the hotel, while other practical amenities include nearby parking, laundry facilities and room service.

The Petit Palace houses a modern buffet-type restaurant.

Guestrooms. The 57 guestrooms are located on four floors and have contemporary decor in muted tones. All offer climate control, hydro-massage showers, minibars, safes, complimentary wireless Internet access and flat-screen televisions with cable.

Expert Tip. The Puerta del Sol lies 300 metres away. This buzzing square with its famous Sun Gate is considered the beating heart of the city.

Room Types:

Family Room:   One king or one queen, and two twin beds. Contemporary decor in muted tones. Climate control, minibar, safe, complimentary wireless Internet access and flat-screen television with cable.

Triple Room:   One king, one queen and one twin bed, or three twin beds. Contemporary decor in muted tones. Climate control, minibar, safe, complimentary wireless Internet access and flat-screen television with cable.

Double Room:   One king, one queen or two twin beds. Contemporary decor in muted tones. Climate control, minibar, safe, complimentary wireless Internet access and flat-screen television with cable.

Small Bunk Bed Room:   One bunk bed. Contemporary decor in muted tones. Climate control, minibar, safe, complimentary wireless Internet connection and flat-screen television with cable.

Non Refundable Room:   One queen bed or two twin beds. Contemporary decor in muted tones. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen cable TV. Minibar. In-room safe.

Driving Directions: Getting there. Frequent underground metro services connect the airport with Madrid city centre. Taxis are available from the airport, and the blue airport bus departs every 15 minutes for the underground bus terminal at Plaza de Colón in central Madrid. Madrid's extensive metro and public bus systems provide an efficient and cheap way of getting around the city. Taxis are moderately priced and can be hailed in the street.