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Built as a palace for the empress in 1908 and converted into a
hotel in 2004, the AC Palacio del Retiro is a national heritage
site, which features original stained glass windows and sweeping
marble staircases. The hotel is situated in the city centre, 300
meters from the Prado Museum. The 51 air conditioned guest rooms
have high ceilings, original period features and dark wood floors
ith sleek contemporary decor. All guest rooms include direct dial
telephones, wireless Internet, plasma satellite television,
safes, mini bars, and music systems. Bathrooms are complete with
telephones, slippers, bathrobes, hair dryers and toiletries.
Guests can work out in the fitness centre and then unwind in the
sauna. Those seeking total relaxation can indulge in a variety of
massage and spa treatments, including in room massages. Diners
can enjoy modern Mediterranean cuisine in a relaxed setting at
the restaurant Indice, which has ultra modern decor. Before
dinner, guests can enjoy cocktails or drinks in the bar, or relax
and take advantage of the 24 hour room service. Parents will
appreciate the baby sitting service. Three fully equipped
conference rooms are available and a range of business services
is on offer including computer rental and photo copying. A valet
parking service is also on offer. Those interested in sightseeing
can use high speed Internet to plan an itinerary. The Running of
the Bulls takes place at Plaza de Toros, five kilometers away and
The Reina Sofia Art Center is 500 meters away. Madrid Barajas
Airport is 13 kilometers distant from the hotel, with an
approximate driving time of 15 minutes.
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Frequent underground metro services connect the airport with
Madrid city center. Taxis are available from the airport and the
blue airport bus departs every 15 minutes for the underground bus
terminal at Plaza de Colon in central Madrid.
Ac Palacio Del Retiro Hotel, Alfonso XII 14 - Madrid, Spain
28014
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