On
Madrid’s Golden Mile in the well-heeled Salamanca neighborhood
Within walking distance of upscale restaurants and shops
Large, luxurious rooms with big windows and high ceilings
Marble
bathrooms with rainfall showerheads
Michelin-starred restaurant and bar, Ramon Freixa Madrid
Private garden
Modern fitness center and spa
Free
Wi-Fi throughout
Laptops
and iPads to borrow
Elegant library and lounge area
Some
rooms get street noise
Fees
for airport transfers and area shuttle
Breakfast and parking not included in all rates
Short metro ride from the city center
A luxury boutique hotel in the well-heeled Salamanca neighborhood, the Hotel Unico is one of Madrid's most refined and exclusive stays. The unique and modern design of the hotel stands out with colorful art pieces, exquisite and one-of-a-kind marble tile, and elegant contemporary furniture. Rooms have Jatoba wood floors, high ceilings, large windows, iPod docks, and luxurious marble bathrooms -- though some get a little street noise. The hotel's restaurant, Ramon Freixa Madrid, is a local highlight, a Michelin-starred institution with an outdoor terrace in warmer months. There's also a state-of-the-art fitness center, wellness center with massages and beauty treatments, library outfitted with art books, and perks like iPads, laptops, personal trainers, and personal shoppers by request. There’s free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, and free breakfast and parking are included in certain packages.
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Scene
Stylized and luxurious boutique hotel with elegant monochrome features and colorful art pieces
Housed in a lovingly restored 19th-century
palace, this small boutique hotel is as elegant and exclusive as the neighborhood around it. Striking red spiral sculptures
in the stairwell, yellow plates in the restaurant, and a manicured garden stand
out against stylized upholstered furniture and a wall made up of artificial gray roses. Swirling marble tile mosaics and high ceilings adorn the common spaces and
give off an airy and luxurious look. Large windows on the terrace allow in ample natural light and the mirrors around the hotel add to the
bright feel. The library’s comfortable sofas, detailed ceiling, and abundance of
reading materials makes the space relaxing, while bold light fixtures make the
style more distinctive. Most of the hotel is decorated in understated blacks, whites, and grays,
making the artwork, food, and outdoor spaces pop. Guests are offered a treat
upon arrival and there are free newspapers and coffee/tea in the lobby. The hotel predominantly attracts discerning travelers in search of a distinctive luxury experience.
Location
On the Golden Mile in Madrid's exclusive Salamanca neighborhood
Hotel Unico is situated a little outside central
Madrid, in the well-heeled Salamanca neighborhood, with high-end shops and restaurants all within walking distance. Attractions such as Plaza de Colon, ABC Serrano, and
the National Library are also within walking distance, but downtown Madrid is
about a 10-minute drive (or equally quick metro ride) away. Public transportation can get passengers to all the
popular sites with a bit of planning, but a rental car is a nice perk if you're looking to explore more of the city. The hotel can arrange airport transfers for a fee, and does offer parking, also for a fee.
Rooms
Elegant and comfortable, with luxury furnishings, large windows, hardwood floors, marble bathrooms, and modern technology
The large, modern rooms at the Hotel
Unico are simultaneously design-conscious and comfortable. Each includes high ceilings, large windows that let in lots of natural light, (although, some guests mention that rooms can be dimly lit at night) and
Jatoba hardwood floors. Some rooms have balconies with city or garden views, and all
rooms have a king bed. The large wooden headboard is a pop of color against the gray chairs and sofa beds, gray curtains, and dark textured walls. Bathrooms are outfitted in light marble, black countertops, and leaf-patterned frosted glass; some suites have skylights in the bathroom, too. All bathrooms have rainfall showerheads and good-size tubs, but some bathrooms have a separate walk-in tile shower with massage jets and a jetted soaking tub. Heated towel racks, anti-fog lighted mirrors, and Gilchrist and Soames toiletries are also included.All rooms have a flat-screen TV, Blu-ray/CD player with
CDs and DVDs, iPod dock, magazines,
pillow menus, free newspapers, a stocked minibar, slippers, and bathrobes.
Suites even have a computer in the room, in addition to a Nespresso coffee
machine and welcome gift. Although all rooms are soundproofed, some guests
mention hearing street noise.
Features
Michelin-starred restaurant, lounge with free drinks, private garden, library, fitness and wellness areas
The hotel's restaurant, Ramon Freixa Madrid, is one of its highlights; the Michelin-starred eatery has been touted as the best restaurant in Madrid and, in the warmer months, has an outdoor terrace with views over the private garden. There’s also a lounge that offers free drinks to guests and a bar
with 24-hour service. There's a cozy library for guests. If you book certain packages, you can get free
breakfast and free parking; otherwise, breakfast is not included in most rates.There’s a state-of-the-art fitness center that
offers personal training upon request, and a range of workout
equipment; free bottled water and towels are included.
Additionally, the wellness suite offers massages and beauty treatments; in-room
massages are also available.Hotel Unico has many 24-hour
services, including the front desk, business center, room service, shoe shining,
laundry/ironing, and steward service. Concierge services, car rental with or
without a driver, and personal shoppers (by request) are also on-site. Other services include laptops and iPads to borrow. An area shuttle and airport
shuttle are also provided, but each costs a fee.
