Looking to read a detailed The Madrid EDITION Hotel review before booking your next trip to Spain? You’ve come to the right place!
The Madrid EDITION sets itself apart from other luxury hotels in the Spanish capital as it’s the city’s first 5 star lifestyle urban resort.
I spent 24 hours at the eye-popping design hotel in Madrid. My review of The Madrid EDITION features info on the hotel’s accommodation options, restaurants & bars, spa wellness program, and other unique on-site amenities.
Book A Luxurious Holiday at The Madrid EDITION
EDITION Hotels (part of the Marriott Bonvoy family) is an unexpected and refreshing collection of individualized, customized, one-of-a-kind hotels that redefine the codes of traditional luxury. For affluent, culturally savvy and service-minded guests, the EDITION lifestyle explores the intersection and balance between taste-making design and innovation with consistent, excellent service.
The Madrid EDITION first opened its doors in the Spanish capital in 2022. It was a highly anticipated hotel launch after the successful opening of The Barcelona EDITION in 2018.
The Madrid property is conveniently located in the beating heart of the Spanish capital, a few steps from Kilometer Zero, which marks the geographical centre of the country.
It is accessed via a pretty plaza reminiscent of Europe’s great public squares and piazzas, home to jovial tapas bars, scenic sidewalk cafés, and a stone’s throw from the must-see Royal Theatre, Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace.
The building itself, designed by Spanish architect Pedro de Ribera, sits on Plaza de la Descalzas, boasting views of a 16th-century royal monastery.
The hotel’s design, under the watchful eye of Ian Schrager, is an enchanting combination of the refined elegance, purity and simplicity of British architect John Pawson and the artistry and originality of Paris-based François Champsaur.
The hotel’s main entrance features an explosion of lush greenery and a chic copper canopy that leads to an oak-lined space anchored by an over-the-top bright white spiral staircase that flows towards the lobby on the upper ground floor above.
You’ll find pops of vibrant colour making an impression throughout the property, with interior design highlights including a signature pink tunnel hallway, and the eye-popping decor from the hotel’s famous rooftop restaurant with-a-view.
The Madrid EDITION Hotel Review Highlights
Madrid offers a slice of chic cosmopolitan flare similar to Rome, Berlin and Istanbul, offering an endless array of luxury accommodations. The city is a popular destination for freshly married couples looking to book a romantic honeymoon.
Before booking your trip, here are a list of highlights that make The Madrid EDITION in Spain stand out from the rest.
- The EDITION in Madrid is one of the most luxurious hotels in the Spanish capital and the perfect home sweet home for traveling design and art lovers.
- The elegant 200-room hotel offers unparalleled service, award-winning restaurants, spiffy accommodations, urban spa and impressive rooftop terrace.
- A cutting-edge 24-hour Gym is outfitted with state-of-the-art fitness equipment including cardiovascular machines with personal flat screen TVs, free weights, stretching area and complimentary towels.
- The hotel has one of the largest hotel infinity pools in Madrid. The impressive rooftop terrace features two large olive trees that frame postcard-perfect views to the western sunset over the Plaza Descalzas. Guests can relax and enjoy the view in wide daybeds under teak cabanas or via oiled teak sun beds positioned directly on the water.
- The onsite spa offers guests an opportunity to enjoy a moment of R&R thanks to unique body treatments, from rejuvenating facials to invigorating massages.
- Visiting foodies will adore the hotel’s 4 culinary concepts, which boast partnerships with Enrique Olvera (Pujol in Mexico City) and Diego Munoz (Astrid Y Gaston in Lima) both of which have been recognized by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants.
Accommodation
The most important question you have to ask yourself when reading a The Madrid EDITION Hotel review is, “what type of accommodation would I like to book for my holiday.”
Each of the 200 gorgeously appointed guest rooms, suites, and penthouses are characterized by large windows that provide the spaces with natural light and scenic views overlooking the city.
Skip through one of the hotel’s well-appointed suites and you’ll find sculptural back-lightened headboards handmade in plaster whose shape has been inspired by an 18th-century Baroque portal, sleek white furnishings, and light wooden accents that soften the space.
Film buffs will appreciate the selection of white and black photography on the theme “behind the scene” plus film stills from acclaimed Spanish director Pedro Almodovar.
If you’re looking to splurge we suggest booking one of the two penthouse suites, featuring panoramic views over Madrid’s historic city-centre and architectural icons like Palacio Real.
The 3100 sqft duplex suite boasts its own infinity pool and outdoor terrace, which is outfitted with natural teak furniture and white linen upholstery cushions.
Skip inside to explore and you’ll find a spacious walk-in closet, separate living area with kitchenette, stylish and sophisticated grand bedroom outfitted with a king sized bed wrapped in custom Italian linens.
Bathrooms have calm limestone vanities and floors throughout match the limestone finish with hardware offering a pop of colour thanks to copper bronze fixtures. The spa-inspired bathrooms also feature double sink, signature black tea scented Le Labo bath amenities, vanity, make up mirror and matching robe with slippers.
The Madrid EDITION Spa
Looking to enjoy a moment of luxurious rest and relaxation while visiting Madrid?
The Spa at The Madrid EDITION offers a unique wellness experience allows guests to awaken all six senses through a range of soothing body treatments.
Skip inside the chic urban spa and you’ll find 5 specialist treatment rooms, including a romantic double treatment room and exclusively private steam suite. You’ll be greeted by cosy and intimate space, decked out in dark timber and antique baroque candelabras. The walls are covered with white sheers in the corridors and dark brown wavy velvet curtains in the lounge area.
If you’ve been marching through Madrid’s many impressive cathedrals and museums, we recommend soothing your tired muscles by booking the EDITION signature massage, featuring a nourishing blend of oils with the hotel’s own Black Tea scent by Le Labo.
A range of facials are also offered, as well as body treatments such as the Signature Ritual, an emulsion-based treatment with a very high concentration of Vitamin C; the 60-minutes Firm & Lift treatment, providing an exquisite exfoliation that removes dead skin cells to reveal a shiny new you.
After your treatment leave time to enjoy the spa’s Finnish Dry Sauna, Steam Room and spacious 24-hour fitness centre.
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The Madrid EDITION Restaurants
No review of The Madrid EDITION is complete until you’ve had an opportunity to wag your finger down the hotel’s award-winning restaurant menus.
The Madrid Edition boasts 4 unique food and beverage concepts, including 2 fine dining restaurants by award winning Mexican and Peruvian chefs as well as a sophisticated punch-inspired cocktail bar and welcoming lobby lounge.
Jeronimo
Jerónimo restaurant serves up global cuisine influenced by Mexico’s ancient culinary roots.
The concept is spearheaded by celebrated chefs Enrique Olvera and Santiago Pérez, the talent behind award-winning restaurants including Mexico City’s Pujol, Cosme in New York and Damian in Los Angeles.
The namesake of Spanish painter and engraver Jerónimo Antonio Gil, founder, and Director of the Academia de San Carlos in Mexico City echoes the strong cultural links between Spain and Mexico that this concept seeks to showcase to the senses.
The impressive multilayered space features an explosion of colours in four distinct areas, with a double-height elegant dining room distinguished by carved dark oak wall panels, and two striking alabaster and plaster pendant lights by designer Emmanuel Level Stenne.
The lounge is anchored by a long green marble bar and simple white oak floors featuring original art and elements soaked in luminescent Yves Klein inspired blues. The final flow is into a more casual light-filled space, dressed with limestone floors, black and white marble tables and a background of Luis Barragán inspired hot pink, bold magenta and bright orange colours with lots of greenery.
The hotel’s all-day dining concept serves up daily breakfast from 7-11am, weekend brunch from 1-4pm, lunch from 1-4pm, and dinner from 8pm until late.
Breakfast at Jerónimo is surely one of the hotel’s highlights, with a menu featuring quality espresso, a selection of Mexican breakfast dishes (think tortilla, mole, and pico de gallo) as well as western favourites such as French Toast and pancakes.
Visit the restaurant at dinner to indulge in the bold flavours of Mexico with highlights including smoky Mezcal muddled cocktails, tender chicken slathered in black mole, Iberian pork chops with black garlic and apple puree, and DIY tacos stuffed with barbecued king prawns, pineapple and pico de gallo.
Oroya
Located on the 4th floor, Oroya is the hotel’s eye-popping restaurant by Peruvian Chef Diego Munoz.
Skip through the space and you’ll feel as though your wandering through a flower-filled greenhouse, as the dining room is framed by a steel cage outfitted with dangling plants and coloured glass panels, which act like a kaleidoscope on a sunny day.
Oroya serves a relaxed tapas menu with family-style sharing plates like fresh-from-the-sea ceviches, crunchy chicken aji croquetes, and melted-in-your-mouth short rib dressed with panca chili and pickled shallots.
On the outdoor terrace romance yourself by the fireplace, vine-covered pergola or teak bar, while sipping Pisco-muddled cocktails.
Punch Room
Punch Room at The Madrid EDITION re-defines punch for a contemporary sipping experience.
Traditional punches are composed of five elements of flavour: Spirit, Citrus, Sweetener, Dilution, and Spice. The inventive mixologists at Punch Room in Madrid have expanded the definition to include unconventional spirit combinations, and unexpected flavour pairings from a wider array of non-traditional botanicals.
Old World elements of whisky and sherry meet New World traditions of pisco, cachaca, and agave spirits. Classic teas and cava mingle with Oriental flowers and tropical coconut.
Under dim lighting, the intimate space unfolds in a rich tapestry of colours and textures, featuring dark oak wall panels, a basalt stone fireplace, grey pony hair Jean-Michel Frank armchairs.
The handsome brushed copper bar, and a standout bronze-polished mirror by Paris-based design studio Garnier & Linker, make it the perfect date night spot to romance your sweet heart on holiday.
Beyond punchy craft cocktails the extensive drinks list features top shelf beer, cognac, whiskies, rum, vermouth, gin, tequila, mezcal, vodka, and fine wines by the glass.
Lobby Bar
Open daily from 11am-1am, The Madrid EDITION’s welcoming lobby lounge is a central spot to meet for a sip and socialize any time of day.
The Lobby Bar is dressed in a mix of custom-made bespoke furnishings, including a u-shaped sofa with dramatically back-lit shelves, Jean-Michel Frank’s sofas and armchairs, recycled bronze stools from Maison Intègre, rope-covered chairs by Christian Astuguevieille, and a pretty pool table, which designer Emmanuel Levet Stenne sculpted from a single slab of white Bianco Neve matt marble.
The hand-crafted scalloped copper bar illuminates with the flicker of glowing candles.
Fun Things To Do In Madrid
Madrid is one of Europe’s finest cultural capitals, boasting award-winning restaurants, pretty parks, live theatre, and one of the world’s most visited art museums.
We suggest spending at least 3 days in Madrid so you have enough time to explore all the city has to offer.
- Madrid Tapas Tour: LGBT travel bloggers Two Bad Tourists offer a tasty tapas tour that showcases the best spots to eat in the city’s gay neighbourhood. Meet your friendly guide at the rainbow painted Chueca Metro station and enjoy 4 hours of tapas bar hopping where you’ll enjoy tasting classic Spanish dishes and drinks.
- Teatro Flamenco Madrid: if you’re a live performance lover keen to experience the emotive Andalusian speciality Teatro Flamenco Madrid offers several daily shows performed by professional dancers. Be sure to sip a glass of sweet sangria while watching the entertaining 1 hour show.
- Museo Nacional del Prado: is ranked as one of the world’s best art museums (the 9th most visited museum in the world) and a must-visit for anyone on holiday in Madrid. Its main attraction lies in the wide presence of Velázquez , El Greco, Goya, Titian, Rubens and Bosch.
- Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia: is a museum of 20th-century and contemporary art located in Madrid’s old General Hospital, a large neoclassical building from the 18th century. In the museum’s permanent collection, works by great Spanish artists of the 20th century stand out, especially Salvador Dalí, Joan Miró and Picasso’s iconic Guernica.
- Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum: with over 1,600 paintings, it was once the second largest private collection in the world after the British Royal Collection. The museum showcases a broad selection of works from Medieval Italian religious iconography to Renaissance and Baroque, as well as impressionists, expressionists and cubists and beyond!
- Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales: conveniently located directly across the street from The Madrid EDITION, the city’s historic monastery offers a dazzling array of jaw-dropping interiors and religious works. It is a monastery of cloistered nuns founded in 1559 by Juana of Austria, widow of Prince Juan Manuel of Portugal, sister of the King of Spain Felipe II and mother of the future Portuguese king Don Sebastián.
- Mercado de San Miguel: Madrid’s bustling food market has been serving hungry locals for over 100 years. We suggest making a stop in the afternoon while touring the city to enjoy a quick and affordable lunch. You can taste a variety of tapas and modern morsels from over 20 vendors.
- Catedral de la Almudena: If you’re looking to visit the interior of one church in Madrid we suggest the city’s impressive Cathedral. A fairly young cathedral by Spanish standards, its construction began in 1883 and finished over a century later, when it was consecrated by Pope John Paul II in 1993
- Royal Palace of Madrid: located next door to the Cathedral, the Royal Palace is the official residence of the Spanish royal family. The palace has 135,000 m² of floor space and contains 3,418 rooms, making it the largest functioning royal palace in Europe. Most tourists gather at the main entrance to take pictures of the military parade and soldiers on horseback. If you’re keen to explore the jaw-dropping interior be sure to book a guided tour in advance.
The Madrid EDITION Hotel Contact
Pl. de Celenque, 34-919-54-54-20
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