Palacio de los Duques Gran Meliá - MADRID

Location: This opulent luxury hotel is centrally located in Madrid's exquisite historical centre. It is just a short walk to the Teatro de la Opera, the Palacio Real and the Gran Via with its copious shops and other attractions. Guests may also play a few rounds of golf on the superb nearby course or take an excursion to the fashionable ski resorts in the surrounding area.

Facilities: The hotel was built in 1850. 21 junior suites, 3 suites and 159 double rooms are located on 6 storeys and can be reached by lift. The reception desk is open round the clock. Services such as a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service ensure a comfortable stay. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Guests of the hotel are welcome to relax in the garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a coin-operated laundry. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available.

Rooms: Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A turndown service provides guests with additional comfort in the evening hours. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The hotel has smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment: The outdoor pool complex provides invigorating refreshment. A hot tub invites guests to soothe their muscles, and a poolside snack bar will take care of any hungry bellies. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. For guests who wish to keep active, cycling/mountain biking and golf are available. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym, callisthenics and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, massage treatments, hydrotherapy treatments and a solarium.

Meals: Various dining options are available, including a non-smoking restaurant, a café, a bar and a pub. Half board is offered as a catering option. A generous breakfast buffet, a lunch à la carte and dinner offer plenty of delicious variety. The hotel also offers snacks.