Hotel Fénix, a Gran Meliá Hotel-Madrid, Spain

Mornings at Hotel Fénix open with soft light over Plaza de Colón, the hum of Salamanca’s boutiques just beginning.

Step inside to polished marble, red-lacquer accents, and the gentle hush of a grand classic city hotel.

With 189 rooms and suites, this Madrid icon blends old-world poise with modern comforts—rooftop sunsets, white-glove touches, and artful cocktails before a night at the Teatro Real.

What Makes It Special

• Prime Salamanca address by Serrano’s designer boutiques and leafy boulevards
• Signature Gran Meliá service—butler-style touches, thoughtful turndown, crisp linens
• Rooftop terrace for golden-hour cocktails above Colón
• Refined dining & classic cocktails—Mediterranean plates, elegant lobby bar ritual
• Calm wellness corners—spa treatments, sauna/steam, and a capable gym

A Day at Hotel Fénix

Morning

Fresh-squeezed orange juice, tortilla just-set, and warm pan con tomate beneath a chandelier’s quiet glow. You wander down Calle Serrano, windows filled with silk and leather; the air smells of espresso and orange blossom.

Afternoon

Prado or Thyssen for a dose of Goya and Sorolla; return for a eucalyptus-scented steam and a cool shower before a siesta behind blackout drapes.

Evening

Up to the rooftop as the city turns copper; a fine vermut over ice, slivers of jamón, the flags at Colón fluttering below.

Night

A graceful dinner—grilled sea bass, olive oil like liquid sun—then a moonlit stroll to Retiro. Back to sheets crisp as paper and the soft purr of the city beyond the glass.

Insider Tips for Hotel Fénix, a Gran Meliá Hotel

• Prime spot in Salamanca—great for luxury shopping, dining, and a calmer feel than Puerta del Sol/Gran Vía.
• If you have Amex Platinum/LHW perks, check for included breakfast/upgrade.
• Concierge/front desk are proactive—lean on them for tours, tables, and transfers.
• Consider Red Level if you’ll use the lounge/terrace daily.

Why We Love It (Curated Highlights)

At Hotelagio we hand-pick only stays that feel truly one-of-a-kind. This property made our list because of these rare details:

• Salamanca at your feet—fashion, galleries, and Retiro within a graceful stroll.
• Rooftop ritual—a quiet, grown-up terrace for sunset city views.
• Classic manners, modern ease—heritage feel with contemporary finishes.
• Culture radius—triangle of art museums minutes away, perfect for gallery-hopping days.

For Whom

For couples: candlelit dinners, rooftop sunsets, slow mornings with room-service coffee.

For shoppers & design lovers: Serrano’s boutiques and refined interiors.

For business travelers: polished meeting nooks, swift transit, hushed rooms that actually rest.

Quick Facts (Luxury Snapshot)

Location: Madrid, Spain — Plaza de Colón / Salamanca; easy metro-taxi to Prado, Retiro & Gran Vía

Rooms: 189 rooms & suites (select categories with terraces or outdoor hot tubs)

Rates: From USD 432 — worth it for the prime address, rooftop calm, and classic service polish

Best for: City breaks, shopping weekends, culture-led escapes, discreet business stays

Style: Classic, Hotel with Madrid-chic elegance