Palacio de los Duques Gran Melia

by Gran Melia

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5-star hotel
4.8
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1842 TripAdvisor Reviews

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Luxury

Centrally Located

Charming

Quiet

Let love bloom amid the grandeur of a 19th-century palace, now known as the Palacio de los Duques Gran Meliá – The Leading Hotel of the World. Situated in the heart of the Habsburg district, it’s in close proximity to the Teatro Real opera house, the Royal Palace of Madrid, and the Cathedral. This hotel’s luxurious offering and charming atmosphere make it the perfect haven for romantic travelers and honeymooners.

A Palace Transformed

Once a regal palace and a 13th-century convent, the Palacio de los Duques Gran Meliá has been transformed into an urban luxury resort. It is a masterpiece of avant-garde style infused with historical grandeur. Each of its 160 spacious rooms and 20 luxurious suites are elegantly designed to offer the ultimate comfort and serenity. Some rooms even offer a captivating view of Old Madrid, adding a touch of regal elegance to your romantic stay.

Unforgettable Dining Experience

The hotel hosts a polished restaurant, a tapas eatery with a terrace, and a bar, inviting couples to indulge in an array of gastronomic delights. The culinary journey here is characterized by contemporary versions of traditional Spanish cuisine. You can enjoy a romantic dinner under the stars in the magnificent outdoor Patio, a lush green space with a peaceful ambiance, perfect for intimate moments.

Rooftop Leisure

The hotel’s rooftop swimming pool and solarium, open seasonally, offer a remarkable retreat. Here, you can unwind with your loved one while soaking in breathtaking 360-degree views of the city and the Royal Palace. It’s an experience that’s sure to add a unique element to your romantic escapade.

Wellness and Fitness

For couples looking to unwind and rejuvenate, the hotel has a Thai Room wellness center. Offering a variety of treatments, it’s an ideal place to restore balance to your body and mind. The fitness center is well-equipped for those who wish to maintain their fitness regime, even while on a romantic getaway.

In conclusion, the Palacio de los Duques Gran Meliá – The Leading Hotel of the World, is more than just a hotel. It’s a sanctuary that offers a blend of luxury, history, and comfort, making it the ultimate romantic destination for couples and honeymooners.


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Summary of Verified Guests at Palacio de los Duques Gran Melia

Guests had an exceptional experience at the Palacio de los Duques, praising its perfect location, excellent service, and beautiful historical setting. The Red Level services were highlighted for their outstanding hospitality, including personalized check-in and assistance with dinner reservations. The rooms were described as spacious, beautifully decorated, and comfortable, with a particular mention of the superior room overlooking the garden. The hotel's ambient, breakfast buffet, and restaurants received positive reviews. The staff was commended for their friendliness, efficiency, and willingness to assist, making the guests' stay memorable and leading many to express a desire to return.


Reviews of Palacio de los Duques Gran Melia

An exceptionally nice stay

We spent five days at the Palacio de los Duques. The hotel provided us with an exceptional experience. We stayed in a Red Level junior suite with terrace. The suite was spacious and beautifully decorated. The Red Level services were outstanding. Everything from check-in to the daily breakfast in the...

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Wonderful but too brief stay at Palacio de los Duques

From checking in to general advice, staff were both friendly and very efficient. They advised on and purchases train and museum tickets which was very helpful. The general ambient of the hotel was exceptional, and breakfast buffet very good. The arrangement of shower and bathtub did, however, take a little...

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Couple in Madrid

The hotel was outstanding from all the perspectives: perfect location, extremely friendly staff, full black-out shading and both restaurants were excellent. The interior design was outstanding through out the whole hotel. We haven’t tried the spa and other facilities but based on the overall experience I have no doubt…


Elegance and top notch service

We chose Palacio de los Duques for a celebratory trip because of the excellent reviews. It did not disappoint. Convenient location within walking distance to many attractions, including the royal palace. Beautiful hotel with elegant furnishings, and our room was spacious and comfortable. What made it most memorable was the...

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This is a great hotel.....in a great location...with the best staff...we will return..

Palacio de los Duques is an extraordinary hotel. Great location, excellent service, and a beautiful historical setting. We loved every aspect of our stay. Most of all we were treated with kindness and friendliness by the entire staff. We will definitely return soon.


The Royal Treatment

Amazing hospitality at the best location imaginable. It's an experience! The staff is just wonderfull. You feel welcome from the moment you step foot in the doorway. The room was amazing. We had a superior room overlooking the garden. At night we would open the windows for cool city air,...

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Fabulous hotel with exceptional staff.

We had a fabulous few days here, the hotel decor was great, the room was spacious and the bed was huge and extremely comfortable . Everywhere was immaculate. There was a bath and a shower in the large bathroom , which perfectly suits my husband and I as he likes...

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Super staff and great room

Great location near the Royal Palace and Opera house. Large courtyard garden at the rear. Our room was spacious with bath and walk in rain shower and nicely furnished. Excellent friendly staff and great buffet breakfast. Bar drinks reasonably priced for a 5 * hotel. Overall a great stay.


Lovely hotel; great location; good rooms; great staff

Lovely hotel. Good location close to lots of restaurants, bars and shops in a quite a buzzy area of Madrid with Cava Baja and Puerta del Sol in easy walking distance. Rooms really nice - contemporary with all the features we'd expect. Staff are really efficient, helpful and friendly. We...

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Outstanding luxury in Centro Madrid... not to be missed!

Placio de los Duques is a true 5 star hotel and one not to be missed when visiting Madrid. From the warm check in process, to the incredible breakfast buffet, to the absolutely outstanding service from each team member, this hotel sets the standard for luxury and service.


A Truly Unforgettable Stay

I just spent two unforgettable days at this Meliá, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the moment I arrived, the Red Level team ensured everything was absolutely perfect. I was there to celebrate my anniversary, and to my surprise, I found a beautiful arrangement of chocolate-covered strawberries...

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Great Stay!

Very friendly and helpful staff. Room was spacious and very clean. Received an upgrade at check-in which was very welcomed! Hotel is located in a convenient location - a short walk to a bustling shopping district with nice bars and restaurants. Highly recommend.


EXCELLENT STAY IN MADRID

The bed and pillows are so comfortable. The hotel is beautiful, The service is amazing. We loved the location of the hotel as well as the decor. And as mentioned before. The service is amazing. I would definitely return. I highly recommend this hotel


Perfect in every way

Perfect in every way from arrival to departure! Loved the breakfast buffet & drinks at the bar in the evening! The property is lovely & staff is exceptional. Our room was large & comfortable. The common areas are beautiful and inviting. Highly recommend!


A great stay

The hotel is very comfortable within a lovely historic building in a central location near the Palace. The staff is extremelly friendly. The weather has been really bad when we stayed there so it was nice to use the hotel unbrella and complimentary shuttle. We recomand that you stay in...

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5-star hotel luxury experience in Madrid

I made a video review of the hotel on YouTube. If you wish to see it also, type in "Full tour of the 5-star HOTEL PLACIO De Los DUQUES, a Melia Grand Collection hotel in Madrid Spain" in the search area under Pat's Adventures. We stayed at this hotel in...

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Incredible staff and absolutely gorgeous hotel

My stay here was incredible. The hotel itself was absolutely beautiful. But in addition to that, the entire staff was extremely friendly, helpful, and consistently went above and beyond what you'd expect. The staff and services rivaled or exceeded that of many of the St Regis, Ritz, or Four Seasons...

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A wonderful hotel and experience

What a wonderful hotel. Small enough to feel personal yet they had everything needed. The staff was awesome. Great location and loaded with history. While we only had breakfast at the hotel it was also great with lots of choices. We highly recommend this property!


Incredible hotel!

This place was amazing. 5-stars in all areas. Extremely attentive, helpful pleasant staff, beautiful and clean rooms, wonderful food. Greeted us with champagne and water on arrival. Bed was comfy. Wish we had stayed there for our night on the back end of our trip too.


Madrid five star Hotel experience.

Sometimes in your life, you must stay in one of the great hotels of Europe. This hotel is one of the best in which I have stayed. Every detail has been thought out. The color scheme is carried to everything in the hotel. The breakfast buffet might be one of...

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Superb Hotel

Our experience at this hotel was superb Service was excellent Delfino Bertol,Jose Gutierrez and Maria on the Red Level were incredible to deal with In the dining room Jordan was simply magnificent with his service and wonderful . ways. We recommend this hotel which is very well situated .


Historic quirkiness that made it interesting and pleasant

Fantastic historic hotel located very close to the National Palace and gardens. Retaining the historical aspect of the former ducal palace and incorporating modern touches and conveniences made the Palacio an enjoyable interesting place to stay. Do keep in mind that since it is a former historic building, there are...

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Perfection

The absolute best Madrid experience. The location is a 4 minute walk to the Royal Palace. 10 minute walk from the Grand Via. The staff was exemplary. Highly recommend!


Hospitality perfected by Paula

During our recent stay at the Palacio de los Duques Meliá Hotel in Madrid, we had the absolute pleasure of being cared for by Paula Garcia, one of the finest concierges we’ve ever encountered. From the moment we arrived, she made us feel genuinely welcome, with a warmth and elegance...

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Get a Red Level room

This is the most luxurious hotel we have ever stayed in. Everything was perfect from the room to the staff to the location. Get a Red Level room if you can afford it. Our room had two large screen TVs, a huge entryway, double sinks in the bath, and a...

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Best hotel in the world

We had one of the best hotel experiences we have ever had. The room, staff food and experience were the best we have had and we have stayed in many of the top hotels in the world. The staff could not do enough for you. The red level was first...

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Stylish getaway

The hotel is one of the best we have ever stayed in. The service you get does truly belong in a 5-star hotel. The beds are comfy and the rooms are nice. The pool is small but all pools in madrid and barcelona are even smaller. The yard outside is...

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Palácio de Lós Duques

We are staying at this amazing five star hotel. The staff is so accommodating and friendly! The location is perfect: close to tourist sites and shopping on the Grand Villa. We definitely recommend the Red Lev rl experience that includes breakfast, cocktails and tapas. The room (160) is very large...

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You will not be disappointed!

Recently stayed here whilst on a Madrid City break. The hotel and staff were sensational, a deluxe red room did not disappoint and associated red lounge facilities were top class with excellent food and drink on tap. The rooftop pool facilities with bar, jacuzzi and pool all with great views...

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