CATALONIA PUERTA DEL SOL, Madrid

Catalonia Puerta Del Sol - A restored 18th-century building with period courtyard in Madrid's Las Letras district

Located in a late 18th-century heritage building, this 4-star Madrid hotel features two 3.5-meter entrance doors with original hinges and fittings. The Catalonia Puerta Del Sol preserves classical elements including an 18th-century facade, wooden staircase, and medallion-adorned entrance with its original coffered ceiling. The property centers around a traditional interior courtyard topped by a skylight. Guest rooms offer Chromecast TVs, USB chargers, and marble bathrooms, while premium accommodations include Nespresso machines and VIP amenities. The hotel houses a gastrobar serving Mediterranean cuisine and cocktails, plus a breakfast buffet restaurant. At 0.5 miles from Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, Catalonia positions guests near the Art Triangle museums and Gran Via. The Atocha train station lies 1 mile away, offering high-speed connections to Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville.

Pros

Heritage-listed building with preserved 18th-century architectural features

Interior courtyard with natural lighting and modern furnishings

Gastrobar offering international dishes and craft cocktails

10-minute walk to three major art museums

Cons

18.5 miles distance from Madrid-Barajas Airport

No on-site parking (public parking available nearby for €30/day)