Aloft Madrid Gran Via, Madrid

Aloft Madrid Gran Via - A contemporary hotel with rooftop pool, WXYZ Bar, and city views in Centro district

Located in Madrid's centuries-old Centro district, Aloft Madrid Gran Via occupies a 1940s office building steps from Plaza del Callao. This 139-room Madrid hotel features nine-foot ceilings, platform beds, and rooms equipped with 49-inch Chromecast TVs and walk-in rainfall showers with Bliss Spa amenities. The rooftop WXYZ Bar serves local drafts and signature cocktails, including the Glitch & Tonic and Hit the Beet, alongside a menu of light meals such as chicken avocado salad and patatas bravas. A seasonal outdoor pool with sunbeds and terrace complement the street-view fitness center. The ground floor lounge includes a Space Invaders machine, table football, computers, and a printer. Aloft's 24-hour front desk staff speaks Catalan, German, English, and Spanish. The property stands within 0.5 miles of Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol, and the Royal Palace, with direct access to Callao Metro Station serving lines 3 and 5.

Pros

Buffet breakfast available until noon on weekends

Connected rooms with private terraces offering Madrid rooftop views

Ground-floor gaming area with retro arcade machines

Laundry facilities available for guest use

Cons

Rooftop pool operates seasonally only

Limited on-site dining options