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 Live Music Venue & Disco |
Princesa, 1 Madrid, Madrid 28008 Spain +34 91 547 5711 http://www.salarena.com jmaestro@salarena.com |
A multi-purpose venue that has taken over from where Ku left off, it holds large-scale events like movie premiere parties and concerts by well-known groups. The last Thursday of each month it houses Space, Ibiza's celebrated nightclub, with renowned DJs. On disco nights be prepared to wait a long time in the queue before getting in. There are a few tables by the main entrance where you can sit away from all the action and talk. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Exquisite elegance |
16, Jose Ortega y Gasset Madrid, Madrid 28006 Spain +34 91 576 1036 http://www.giorgioarmani.com/ |
This fantastic Italian designer's shop stocks all of his men's and women's collection: suits, dresses, ties, coats, scarves and belts. His style is always contemporary, and terribly elegant. Prices are high and suited to a select few. An outfit can cost EUR 601, a jacket EUR 397 and the dresses cost even more. The shop is surrounded by equally prestigious fashion boutiques. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Madrid Spain |
Escape the city in huge, lush, green Parque del Buen Retiro (Good Retreat Park). Do what the Madrileños do: buy a bag of sunflower seeds or kikos (fried corn kernels), dress up in your Sunday best and stroll down the long paseo (promenade) in front of the pond overlooked by a statue of Alfonso XII. On sunny days, you can rent a rowboat (watch out for the pesky splashers!), or enjoy the numerous magicians, folk musicians, Michael Jackson wannabes and poets (who will reject any donations under EUR1 pesetas!) performing on the promenade. The best way to enter the park is from Calle Alcalá, passing the 19th-century Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Madrid Spain |
Traffic surges through this long, noisy avenue, along with swarms of locals and tourists. Look up and admire the eccentric 20th-century architecture built during the Franco era. You'll find every style represented, from neo-baroque to art deco. As you follow the Gran Vía all the way from Calle Alcalá to Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Modern and Majestic |
Plaza Santa Ana, 14 Madrid 28012 Spain 34 91 531 4500 http://www.mebymelia.com reservas.hardrockmadrid@ |
The Me Madrid, formerly known as the Hotel Reina Victoria, has undergone some serious renovations. Located on the once historic haunt of Spain's most famous matadors for over 60 years, it has taken a 180 degree turn in style. Fashionable and chic decor has replaced the classic Spanish motif of the interior, and elaborate bars and restaurants have been added to ensure a booming social center in this rockin' bubble. The sleek design of the rooms feature contemporary furniture, maxi bars, and spectacular views of the Plaza Santa Ana or Plaza del Angel. If you want to experience a more rowdy side of Spain, this is the place to be. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All you need for business and pleasure |
Calle del Capitán Haya 43 Madrid 28020 Spain +34 91 567 5000 http://www.solmelia.com melia.castilla@solmelia.com |
This huge four-star hotel is one of the biggest in town and it provides excellent modern facilities for both business travelers and tourists. All the bedrooms and public rooms are spacious, well lit and elegantly furnished. It's a popular venue for business meetings, conferences and company presentations. When the business is over, the hotel has great restaurants to enjoy as well - Albufera specializes in paella and other rice dishes, La Fragata serves up succulent grilled meats and seafood, or you can even take in a musical show as you dine in the Scala Meliá Castilla. It's located in the city's commercial and business centre, just 15min from the airport and close to IFEMA Trade Centre. Continental or buffet breakfast: (EUR 16.52). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dates from early 1900s |
Calle de Barbieri 5 Madrid, Madrid 28004 Spain +34 91 522 4630 |
This one-star hotel is very popular with British tourists in particular. The building dates from the early 1900s and many of the bedrooms are period pieces. Each of them is decorated in a different style. Room 120 is covered in 1920s frescoes and room 127 is furnished with antiques from the same period. King Alfonso XIII once stayed here. It offers good value for money and a great location, close to Gran Via and Plaza de Chueca, with its gay cafes and bars. The bar-cafeteria serves breakfast for EUR3. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ideal for female executives |
Alcalá, 66 Madrid, Madrid 28009 Spain +34 91 435 1060 http://www.nh-hoteles.es/ nhalcalá@nh-hoteles.es |
The bedrooms in this four-star hotel are spacious, simple and well equipped with modern furniture and conveniences. Two floors are reserved for female executives and one of the suites was decorated by renowned Spanish designer Agatha Ruiz de la Prada. It's an ideal choice if you want to combine business with pleasure. You're next door to Retiro Park, close to three major art galleries (Prado, Thyssen and Reina Sofia) and a stone's throw away from the city's best shops, on Calle Serrano. There are many nearby cinemas, restaurants and discos to choose from as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In upmarket Salamanca district |
Núñez de Balboa, 112 Madrid 28006 Spain +34 91 563 0324 http://www.nh-hotels.com nhbalboa@nh-hotels.com |
It offers simple and comfortable bedrooms with smart parquet floors and wood finished decor in an outstanding old building in upmarket Salamanca district. It's on a quiet street surrounded by exclusive shops, close to the main thoroughfare of Paseo de la Castellana. You can walk to the Auditorio Nacional and you have lots of expensive restaurants nearby to choose from. There's easy access from here to the airport using the road network. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In an upmarket shopping district |
Lagasca, 64 Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 575 4606 http://www.nh-hotels.com nhlagasca@nh-hotels.com |
"This modern functional three-star hotel has comfortable, well furnished bedrooms. They're light and bright and feature lots of wood. It's located amongst the smart shops in upmarket Salamanca district, just 10-minute walk from Retiro Park and 20 minutes from the Prado and Thyssen museums. The adjacent Calle Claudio Coello is full of private art galleries. The hotel opened in 1992. The airport shuttle bus is close by as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In Puerta del Sol |
Calle de Alcalá 2 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 91 521 6496 |
Its big selling point is its location by Puerta del Sol, the exact centre of the city. This two-star hotel is surrounded by a lively area full of bars, restaurants, shops and banks. Some of the bedrooms overlook the square and they're all comfortable and furnished in traditional style. Dating back to 1872, it's one the oldest hotels in Madrid and has benefited from several renovations. You can easily walk from here to Plaza Mayor, Gran Vía and the Palacio Real. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Madrid Spain |
This long tree-lined boulevard is the backbone of Madrid. It's so long that it even has three official names. Come here to relax, take a coffee break or sightsee. Starting from Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Madrid's most famous avenue |
Paseo de la Castellana Madrid, Madrid 28046 Spain |
Madrid's greatest and grandest avenue runs between Plaza de Colón and Plaza de Castilla. During the 1950s and 1960s this became an exclusive residential district when the aristocracy and wealthy upper-middle classes decided to move in. Today, their lovely palaces and mansions stand side by side with the headquarters of foreign and national banks. These skyscrapers - Europa, Windsor, Torre Picasso and Puerta de Europa - offer an overview of styles in contemporary architecture since the 1960s. Look out for the ABC building, which is decorated in fabulous ceramic tiles, and the Palacio de Congresos, with its murals designed by Miró. Come on October 12 and you'll see Spanish army's spectacular military parade pass by. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oasis in the leisure zone |
Calle Princessa Madrid, Madrid 28008 Spain +34 91 588 2900 (Tourism Office) |
You just have to look at the number of people lying on the grass alongside the fountains or resting on the park benches to know this is a popular spot. The most prominent feature is the statue dedicated to Spain's most famous writer, Miguel de Cervantes, that depicts his two principal characters - Don Quijote and Sancho Panza. At Christmas time, the area towards Calle Princesa fills with stalls selling all types of gifts and decorative objects. You can't help but notice the two enormous mid-20th century skyscrapers here: El Edificio España and La Torre de Madrid. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A favourite meeting place |
Puerta del Sol Madrid, Madrid 28012 Spain |
Come here any weekend night and you'll find the place buzzing. It's a popular meeting place for locals and tourists alike as it's close to Puerta del Sol and surrounded by nightlife venues. It has a statue of playwright Calderón de la Barca in the centre and garden areas round about. The neoclassical Teatro Español building and the art deco Hotel Victoria (a favourite with bullfighters) are both here. As for drinks, the Cervecería Alemana is a good place for a relaxing chat, and then there's the Villarosa (which featured in Pedro Almodóvar's movie High Heels), once a flamenco dance hall, it's now a trendy bar. The history of the square dates back to the times of Joseph Bonaparte who demolished Santa Ana Convent to open up this space. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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European masterpieces |
Paseo del Prado Madrid 28014 Spain +1 34 91 330 2800 http://www.museoprado.mcu.es museo.nacional@prado.mcu.es |
Considered one of the world's most important art galleries, it exhibits paintings by Goya, Velázquez, Murillo, Zurbarán, El Greco, Ribera, Titian, Boticelli, Tintoretto, El Bosco, Rubens, Van Dyck, Poussin and Durer. Carlos III commissioned Juan de Villanueva to design this beautiful building, which was converted into an art gallery in 1819. In July of 2005 the Council of Ministers approved a EUR44.6 million expansion plan which adds 50% more of the museums total space, and allows for 500 more works of the permanent collection to be showcased. On October 30th 2007 the annex opened with a collection of 19th century Spanish artwork which enabled the Prado to reclaim its glory as a crown jewel of Europe. Come for the art; stay for the architecture. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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20th-century masterpieces |
Plaza Santa Isabel, 52 Madrid, Madrid 28012 Spain +1 34 91 774 1000 http://museoreinasofia.mcu.es |
This gallery of modern art features work by some of the 20th-century's most outstanding artists, including Picasso - Guernica has its own special space - Dalí, Tàpies, Chillida, Miró, Gris, Bacon, Le Cobursier, Lipchitz, Schnabel, Numan, and Roberto Matta. There is a library, research centre, bookshop, café, souvenir shop, and restaurant. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Plants from around the world |
Plaza de Murillo, 2 Madrid, Madrid 28028 Spain +34 91 420 3017 / +34 91 420 0438 http://www.rjb.csic.es/ |
It is a real pleasure to wander around these attractively landscaped gardens. You will see examples of a wide variety of plants from all five continents - 30000 different species in total. They are all labeled with their Latin and Spanish names. Among them are medicinal herbs, sweet-smelling plants and flowers, food-bearing plants, and a collection of roses. There is also a greenhouse with tropical, subtropical and desert plants. The gardens have been open since 1791. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Impressive collection of furniture and paintings |
Calle de Bailén Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 547 5350 http://www.patrimonionacional.... info@patrimonionacional.es |
This former royal residence houses a fantastic collection of paintings (Velázquez, Caravaggio and Goya), sculpture, furniture, tapestries, glassware, gold and silverware, medals, porcelain and musical instruments. It is well worth visiting the rooms decorated by Gasparini as well as the Royal Pharmacy, the Library, and the Royal Armoury. King Felipe V commissioned the Italian architect Sabatini to design the palace, and work was carried out betwween 1738-1770. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Real Madrid Football Club's stadium |
Avenida de Concha Espina 1 Madrid, Madrid 28036 Spain +34 91 398 4300 http://www.realmadrid.com/elcl... realmadrid@club.realmadrid.com |
Founded in 1902, the club's teams had to play in a variety of venues throughout the city until this stadium was built in 1947. It holds a capacity crowd of 75342 and has become world famous due to Real's success in international competitions over the years. It is named after the chairman of the Board of Directors, Santiago Bernabéu, who had the vision to borrow the money to buy this plot of land and start building. At that time it was the most modern stadium in the country and it has since undergone various expansion and improvement projects. You can visit the club's museum that is open daily, except Monday, to find out about its history, see the trophy room and tread on the hallowed turf itself. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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By the trade and conference centres |
Avenida Capital de España 10 Madrid, Madrid 28042 Spain +34 91 721 0070 http://www.accorhotels.com sofitelrec@dirac.es |
An ideal choice for those attending trade fairs or other events being held at Campo de las Naciones, as it's located nearby and only 5min from the airport. It's a modern, four-star hotel with bright, spacious and comfortable bedrooms that have been tastefully furnished and soundproofed. You'll find it well equipped to cater for large social and business functions. Golfers have the 18-hole El Olivar de La Hinojosa course close by. Buffet breakfast: (EUR 14.42). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Literally the centre of Spain |
Plaza Puerta del Sol Madrid, Madrid 28013 Spain |
Puerta del Sol (Sun Gate) is the most popular and commercial area in the old town. Five hundred years ago it was just another city gate with an image of the sun drawn on it, hence its name. Nowadays, the square is famous for being the center of the national road network. The plaque on the pavement outside the old Post Office building denotes 'kilometer 0'. The distance between Madrid and every other part of Spain is measured from here. Thousands of revelers gather in the square once a year to await the chimes of the clock that officially announces the New Year. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Classic drama in a prestigious theatre |
Príncipe, 25 Madrid, Madrid 28012 Spain +34 91 429 6297 |
Madrid's oldest theater belongs to the Town Hall, it holds up to 733 spectators and specializes in staging works by Spain's major classical, romantic and contemporary dramatists. The building has a neoclassical façade featuring impressive windows, pillars and busts of famous playwrights. You'll find it on busy Plaza de Santa Ana. Advance ticket sales: from the box office and by telephone, on +34 902 101 212 for group sales and +34 91 429 9193 or +34 91 429 6293 for individuals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Masterpieces of European painting |
Paseo del Prado, 8 Palacio de Villahermosa Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +1 34 91 369 0151 http://www.museothyssen.org inform@museothyssen.org |
The Thyssen-Bornemisza family collected what became one of the world's finest private art collection over a number of generations. The Spanish state bought it from them in 1993 for $350m and converted the early-19th-century neoclassical Villahermosa Palace into a fabulous art gallery. You will see masterpieces by Van Dyck, Durer, Caravaggio, Rubens, Picasso, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Matisse and Kandinsky among others. The collection follows a chronological order running from the 13th to the 20th century. There is a cafeteria-restaurant, free cloakroom and a conference room. Admission: EUR6; students, senior citizens: EUR4; under-12s: free. Temporary Exhibitions: EUR5; students, senior citizens: EUR4. Combined Admission: EUR9; students, senior citizens: EUR5. Group bookings: taquilla@museothyssen.org, or call +34 91 369 0151. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Central choice offering reasonable prices |
Calle Gran Vía 72 Madrid 28013 Spain +34 91 541 7227 http://www.trypwashington.solm... tryp.washington@solmelia.com |
Tourists and tour groups often choose this three-star hotel for its great central location on Gran V and its affordable prices. The bedrooms are nothing special, just simple and functional with modern furniture. It's surrounded by all sorts of tourist attractions as well as bars, restaurants, cinemas and theatres. The hotel was built in 1955 and renovated in 1997. It's connected to the Tryp Menfis, with which it shares a restaurant and other facilities. Buffet breakfast: (EUR 8.41). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stylish luxury accommodation for executives |
Paseo de la Castellana, 22 Madrid, Madrid 28046 Spain +1 34 91 587 1234 http://www.villamagna.park.hya... villamagna@hyattintl.com |
This is one of the capital's most sophisticated and luxurious five-star hotels. Despite the modern façade, the interior is decorated in the style associated with Carlos IV's reign. The bedrooms have been designed to provide lots of light, warmth and comfort, as well as modern conveniences. The furniture is of the highest quality and works of art adorn the walls and public spaces. It is located in the shopping center, on Calle Serrano, close to El Corte Inglés department store. The hotel restaurant, Le Divellec, offers superb seafood; there is also a trendy piano bar with live music. Scheduled to reopen in October 2008. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Matadors like to hang out here |
Velázquez, 8 Madrid 28001 Spain +34 91 5754400 http://www.hotel-wellington.com wellington@hotel-wellington-com |
Bullfighters and their entourage like to meet up for drinks in the neoclassical-style public rooms that have been tastefully decorated with classical columns and attractive wall-hangings. The spacious and comfortable bedrooms are painted in warm and welcoming colours. The hotel's restaurant, Goizeko Wellington serves modern and fusion Basque dishes. The English bar specializes in cocktails and the cafe has an attractive terrace-garden. This five-star hotel is located in an upmarket district where there are lots of good shops, and it's close to Retiro Park and the Puerta de Alcalá Breakfast: (EUR 15.02). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live like a king |
Plaza de las Cortes, 7 Madrid, Madrid 28014 Spain +34 (0)91 360 8000 http://www.westinpalacemadrid.... Reservations.Palacemadrid@westin.com |
The rich and famous have always been attracted to this elegant and exclusive hotel. The large and luxuriously furnished bedrooms are comfortably decorated. There are even extra-luxurious suites for the most demanding clients. Join the jet set for drinks or dinner in the bar, the restaurant or the glass-domed rotunda. The building itself is an example of classical French design that opened as a hotel in 1912, located in between the Prado Museum and the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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