Madrid – one of the most popular destinations in Europe during the last couple of years. The Spanish capital is both trendy and genuine, and attracts visitors from all over the world.
The city has a wide range of great hotels, many of themm equipped with a spectacular rooftop. You can find both luxurious rooftop hotels and more budget-friendly places to stay here. Some of the best hotels also have rooftop swimming pools, in addition to the rooftop bars.
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Here’s our list of 6 great hotels with rooftop in Madrid. Enjoy!
A proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World, BLESS Hotel features three restaurants, a full-service spa, an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center complete with a Turkish bath, and even a bowling alley.
This luxurious restaurant is close to the El Retiro Park and the Prado Museum, making it a fantastic choice for those looking to explore the city and sleep in style.
The rooms are soundproofed and feature free WiFi, soaking bathtubs, large showers, complimentary bathrobes and slippers, premium beddings, espresso makers, and round-the-clock room service.
The spa offers a sauna, a spa tub, facials, body treatments, and massages.
Known as Picos Pardos Sky Lounge, this beautiful rooftop bar overlooks the Salamanca district and gives guests a little oasis in the middle of the city.
Spectacular panoramic views, an infinity pool, large lounge areas that invite you to stay hours on end, and an open floor plan make this terrace one of the most relaxing in Madrid.
Offering an excellent selection of premium drinks, expertly crafted signature cocktails, and a top-notch wine menu, you'll soon find yourself wanting to spend the entire day by the poolside.
The food menu is to die for. Created by Michelin-awarded chef Martín Berastegui, it features ceviche, carpaccio, caviar, and Asian-inspired dishes.
A luxurious bar with a relaxed atmosphere, the Picos Pardos is a fantastic choice for those looking to relax in style.
The 4-Star Santo Domingo hotel is found in the very heart of Madrid, between the famous Gran Vía, the Royal Palace and the Plaza Mayor.
Apart from having the best shopping and entertainment area of the capital just around the corner, this urban hotel also houses a beautiful Hanging Garden, which received a Guinness Award as the largest in the world in 2011.
The hotel offers more than 200 rooms, all with different and personalized decorations. Some of them are thematic, and others classic, and some offers panoramic views over the city.
Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel.
The crown jewel of Hotel Santo Domingo is found on top, where the year-round rooftop destination La Terraza del Santo Domingo is located.
Divided into three spaces, the rooftop works as both restaurant and bar, as well as a relaxing poolside oasis.
The interior living room with a circular wall overlooking Plaza de Santo Domingo, and the open-air upper terrace with panoramic 360º views over Madrid, are always available for drinks with a view, as well as lunch (daily 1pm to 4pm) and dinner (8pm to 11pm Sunday-Thursday & to 12pm Fridays & Saturdays).
The glazed lower terrace is an exclusive poolside oasis for in-house guests during the summer days, turning into a lounge area during evenings (and all day during the colder season).
Offering everything from swims with a view and sunset drinks, to sunny lunches and charming dinners, it's easy to tell that the rooftop at Hotel Santo Domingo is one of the prime destinations above Madrid.
Located in the heart of Madrid and within walking distance of the Gran Vía and the Lope de Vega Theatre, the Hotel Emperador is as well-positioned as it is stylish.
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a poolside bar, a business center, a coffee shop and deli, and fitness facilities, there's little any guest could want for.
Each of the hotel's 232 rooms is soundproofed and features satellite TV, free WiFi, designer toiletries, and round-the-clock room service.
Though the hotel doesn't feature a restaurant, the deli can deliver room service, and the hotel's proximity to the Plaza de España means it's easy to find restaurants nearby.
Located smack in the middle of the city center and overlooking the Gran Vía, the Sky Cocktail Bar is an excellent spot for sightseeing and socializing.
Comfortable lounge areas dot the terrace, and the rooftop pool, alongside the sun loungers, gives the bar an unmistakable beach-club vibe.
Open year-round, this roof hotel serves expertly crafted cocktails, as well as more traditional drinks, and can be rented for private parties and other events.
Connected to a shopping center and just a stone's throw away from the Gran Vía and Plaza de España, the Dear Hotel is a beautiful choice for guests looking to go on a shopping spree.
Featuring a restaurant, a swimming pool, a poolside bar, and business amenities.
The hotel has 162 rooms, all soundproofed, and with amenities such as premium bedding, memory foam mattresses, pillow menus, designer toiletries, and 24-hour room service.
The restaurant, Nice to Meet You, is open for brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Located on the 14th floor of the Dear Hotel Madrid, this rooftop bar boasts stunning views of the city, as well as an exclusive ambiance restricted only to guests.
Called Nice to Meet You, the bar operates as a small restaurant as well and serves contemporary Mediterranean cuisine alongside tasty cocktails, all while maintaining a relaxed and casual atmosphere untarnished by large crowds.
The rooftop also holds one of the best rooftop pools Madrid has to offer. Only open to guests staying at Dear Hotel Madrid, this a grand spot to enjoy refreshing swims and magnificent views.
The proud recipient of a prestigious Conde Nast Award, the Reina Victoria Hottel, features a Mediterranean restaurant, one of Madrid's coolest rooftop bars, a health club, a kid's club, and amazing public areas.
Located within walking distance of the Plaza de Santa Ana and the Teatro Español, each of the hotel's 192 roofs is soundproofed and offers high-speed internet, LED TVs, iPod docks, premium bedding, down comforters, pillow menus, pillowtop beds, and designer toiletries.
This modern and quirky hotel has quickly become one of Madrid's hotspots and, as such, it offers a fantastic atmosphere for relaxation and casual drinking.
During the afternoons, there's a comfortable lounge-like ambiance where you can enjoy delicious cocktails and tapas.
At night, the rooftop becomes a livelier play, with DJs playing and Madrid's party crowd taking over.
When it comes to having fun while enjoying one-of-a-kind scenery, there's no better place than the Radio Rooftop.
A luxurious hotel within the heart of Madrid, The Principal features a restaurant, a lounge bar, a health club, business facilities, and a rooftop terrace.
Located within walking distance of the Gran Vía and the Paseo del Prado, each of the hotel's 76 soundproofed rooms features free WiFi, coffee makers, premium beddings (you can find some memory foam mattresses here), pillow menus, hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary slippers.
Known as La Terraza, this rooftop bar overlooks the Gran Vía and features beautiful views of the Madrid skyline.
Lush greenery, olive trees, and cypresses decorate this bar, transforming it into a real-life oasis in the middle of a busy city.
La Terraza features an extensive menu, with classic and signature cocktails, a large collection of Gin & Tonics, fine wines, and a variety of beers.
For the hungry, the restaurant is one floor below and offers food crafted by two Michelin awarded chefs.
An expensive destination no matter how you look at it, La Terraza is nonetheless a fantastic place to visit for drinks or food.
Hans has visited over 500 rooftop bars, 200 rooftop pools and 300 rooftop restaurants since 2015. This vast experience has made Hans a true rooftop expert, and one of the most knowledgeable in the field. Today, numerous of travel magazines, bloggers and media websites contact Hans to get his expertise on rooftops.
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