URSO
Grand historic bones, modernist interior design. Serious but not stuffy. The kind of place where the lobby bar has live piano and proper bartenders who'll make you a bespoke Bloody Mary.
Ask for a Deluxe Palace View or above if you want complimentary water-circuit access included in your rate — lower categories pay extra
Why It Matters
Madrid's first luxury boutique hotel, set inside a genuinely magnificent 1915 palace. Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Virtuoso, and Serandipians. The spa was also billed as Madrid's first branded luxury hotel spa. Rooms on the upper floors look over the old gardens of Palacio Villagonzalo.
URSO is a 5-star boutique hotel occupying a 1915 palace that was originally the Madrid headquarters of Papelera Española. The neoclassical exterior — towers, chamfered corners, stained-glass façade — gives way to interiors that mix the original marble floors, wood-panelled walls, and a spectacular central patio with honey-toned hardwood floors, drum lampshades, and thoroughly modern seating. It was Madrid's first luxury boutique hotel, and it still punches above its weight in a city that now has plenty of competition.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Deluxe
A step up from Superior with the same warm décor ethos, refined furnishings, and the full URSO room package. Comfortable and elegant for a city stay.
KingDeluxe Palace View
Same footprint as the Deluxe but with views over the former gardens of Palacio Villagonzalo — the gardens of the Count of Villagonzalo's stately home. This category and above receives complimentary access to the spa water circuit.
KingJunior Suite
More light, more space, more distinction — the Junior Suite steps up the room size and comfort level. Corner positioning means extra natural light in many units.
KingJunior Suite Palace View
Junior suite with unique views over the Palacio Villagonzalo gardens. Sophisticated corner room with more space and the palace-garden outlook that makes some rooms here genuinely special.
King
Junior Suite Terrace
Junior suite level with a private terrace — steps outside from the room itself. Good balance of size and outdoor space without going all the way up to the penthouse Urso Suite Terrace.
KingUrso Family
Designed for family travel. Family rooms make up 10% of the hotel's total inventory and all have the option to connect with open doors to an adjoining room for larger groups.
King or twinUrso Family Suite
The largest family option — essentially a two-bedroom suite with a hallway between, so occupants can close (and lock) interconnecting doors for privacy. Two marble bathrooms, two sitting areas, city views, large comfortable beds, turndown service. Reviewed by guests as genuinely comfortable for multi-generational stays.
King plus additionalUrso Suite
Full suite with a large master bedroom in warm tones, a spacious separate living area with comfortable sofas, and a marble bathroom with freestanding bathtub and separate shower. The sitting room can double as a private dining space for small business or social gatherings. Flooded with natural light and decorated in a style that pays tribute to the building's history.
KingUrso Suite Terrace
The penthouse of the building. A private oasis with a separate living room, a bedroom in warm tones, a marble bathroom, and a massive 90 sqm terrace with both a seating area and a dining area. Good for an intimate dinner under the Madrid sky, morning coffee above the rooftops, or a private outdoor celebration. Top pick in the house.
King · 90 sqmUrso Superior
Entry-level room with the hotel's signature careful decoration: antique photographs of Madrid, natural fabrics, high-quality mattresses, Nespresso machine, and a minibar stocked with local products. Some guest reviews note these can be on the compact side, so manage expectations on square footage at this category.
King or twinThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
In-house concierge team curates local experiences and provides tourist information and ticket services. The hotel's 'Great Plans' page lists curated local activities and day trips.
Daily Spanish-British merienda hybrid served in the Lobby Bar: mini sandwiches, traditional pastries from a Madrid bakery, and a curated tea selection. A thoughtful nod to both British and Spanish afternoon traditions.
Traditional Madrid cocido (chickpea stew) served every Sunday at Casa Felisa restaurant. A weekly ritual for lovers of classic Madrid cuisine.
Live piano music in the Lobby Bar, several evenings per week. A proper in-house pianist — not background playlist music. Multiple guests flag this as a highlight of stays.
Saturday, Sunday, and holiday brunch in The Conservatory, served under the stained-glass skylights with live musical accompaniment. Open to non-guests.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Multiple private event rooms including Ursalia, Mejía Lequerica, and Madrid & Mayrit lounges. Private dining room also available for events.
Dogs and cats up to 8 kg welcome. €49.50 per day including VAT. Optional canine grooming and dog-walking service via an external Madrid-based company.
30-space indoor car park. Reservation required. €33 per day. Valet parking also available.
On-site parking includes dedicated Tesla and Porsche EV chargers.
Hot and cold water circuit with jet areas in URSO Spa. Complimentary for Deluxe Palace View and above, extra charge for lower categories.
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