An impressive lobby with marble floors and columns decorated with antique furniture, and a blue stained-glass dome ceiling define the style of this refurbished Madrid institution. The hotel overlooks Plaza de Colón on the Castellana and is a mere hop from the posh shops of Calle Serrano. The spacious rooms are decorated in reds and golds and are amply furnished; flowers abound. Ask for a room facing the Plaza de Colón; otherwise, the view is rather dreary. Pros: Close to shopping, great breakfast buffet. Cons: Worn-out bathrooms, below-average restaurant.
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