Catalonia Las Cortes, Madrid

Catalonia Las Cortes - An 18th-century palace hotel with restored frescoes and a gastrobar in Madrid's Las Letras district

Located in a restored 18th-century mansion that once belonged to the Duke of Noblejas, this 4-star Madrid hotel preserves original architectural features including period frescoes, wooden floors, and a grand main staircase. Catalonia Las Cortes stands next to Plaza Santa Ana in the historic Las Letras neighborhood, a 5-minute walk from the Prado Museum. The property offers an exclusive complimentary snack service from 13:00-23:00 featuring sandwiches, salads, pastries, and beverages. A Mediterranean restaurant and gastrobar serve meals from 11:00-23:00. Guest rooms feature parquet flooring, Nespresso machines, LCD TVs with Chromecast, and marble bathrooms. Premium rooms and suites showcase 18th-century ceiling paintings and separate living areas. The Catalonia provides two event spaces with restored frescoes and modern audiovisual equipment. The Art Triangle location puts three major museums within walking distance.

Pros

Original 18th-century palace architectural details preserved throughout

Complimentary all-day snack service with extensive food and beverage selection

Located in a cultural district with galleries, restaurants and nightlife

Historic meeting rooms feature period frescoes and modern technology

Cons

Public parking available only in nearby facilities

Some rooms face busy Plaza Santa Ana which may experience evening noise