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Hotel Urban, a Small Luxury Hotel of the World

Carrera San Jeronimo 34, Madrid, 28014

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Nov 24, 2026
Check-out
Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Artistic Experience from Papua New Guinea

    Immerse yourself in a unique cultural journey at Hotel Urban, where a permanent art display from Papua New Guinea awaits you. The beautiful design and special lighting throughout the hotel and rooms create a truly artistic ambiance.

  • Culinary Delights and Rooftop Bars

    Indulge in a gastronomic experience at CEBO, the hotel's Michelin-starred restaurant led by renowned chefs. After dining, head to the rooftop terrace for signature cocktails at La terraza del Urban or enjoy barista-made drinks at Cocktail Bar Glass by Sips.

  • Luxurious Amenities and Prime Location

    Relax by the small rooftop swimming pool, work out at the gym, and enjoy the convenience of free wired internet and Chromecast-equipped TVs in all soundproofed rooms.

With attractions like the Thyssen-Bornemisza Gallery and Puerta del Sol just steps away, Hotel Urban offers both luxury and convenience for your stay in Madrid.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Excellent, friendly and helpful staff

  • Prime central location within walking distance of major sights

  • Outstanding breakfast and well-stocked buffet

At the hotel

Popular amenities

76 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Business center
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
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Pools & wellness

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool - seasonal
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool bar
  • Pool with view
  • Rooftop pool
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Soundproof rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Private parking

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Tour desk

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Free WiFi
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Room service
  • Solarium
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

1,284 reviews
10/ 10
Great location, interesting art, staff excellent right from the door men, front desk, restaurant team and housekeeping
Louise · solo traveller · 2026-10-22

The guest experience

9.1out of 10
1284 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Excellent, friendly and helpful staff
  • Prime central location within walking distance of major sights
  • Outstanding breakfast and well-stocked buffet
  • Rooftop bar highly praised and well presented
  • Complimentary touches (minibar, welcome drink) and strong housekeeping
  • Modern, clean design and pleasant hotel ambiance

Worth knowing — Rooms often small, dark or courtyard-facing with privacy concerns · Very firm mattresses and uncomfortable bedding for some guests · Noise issues (rooftop bar above rooms, slamming doors, noisy elevator) · Small/crowded pool area · Bathrooms with limited lighting or privacy in some rooms · Perception of high price / value concerns for some guests

How guests scored the stay

  • Service9.8

    Staff repeatedly described as very friendly, helpful and welcoming; complimentary touches (minibar, welcome drink) and attentive reception noted.

  • Location9.7

    Multiple mentions of a prime central position — a short walk to Puerta del Sol, Gran Vía and major attractions; location repeatedly called excellent.

  • Food and Beverage9.7

    Breakfast repeatedly described as excellent with a well-stocked buffet and good quality; rooftop bar and drinks also receive strong positive mentions.

  • Cleanliness9.6

    Consistently praised in multiple reviews as 'excellent' and 'very clean'; guests note good housekeeping and pleasant hotel smell.

  • Overall Experience9.2

    Overall very positive guest sentiment driven by service, location and F&B, tempered by room-size/privacy and some noise issues.

  • Amenities9.0

    Rooftop bar highly praised and minibar/arrival amenities appreciated; some negative notes about a small/crowded pool and noisy elevator/doors affecting experience.

  • Value for Money8.5

    Mixed signals: many find the experience excellent but a few guests called the price high and criticized small rooms or uncomfortable beds relative to cost.

  • Room Quality7.3

    Several consistent complaints: small or dark rooms, courtyard-facing windows, privacy issues with bathroom/shower, very firm mattresses and limited natural light.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Remarkably consistent

92% of 12 recent stays rated 8+

9.11284 reviews
  • Great hotel and would highly recommend and intend to visit again

    10/10

    Louise · solo traveller · 2026-10-22

    “Great location, interesting art, staff excellent right from the door men, front desk, restaurant team and housekeeping”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Egill · extended group · 2026-10-20

    “Fantastic location, breakfast and staff.”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Matthias · solo traveller · 2026-09-14

    “Sehr Zentral gelegen, personal war nett Frühstück eher spartanisch für diesen Standard.”

  • Todo bien salvo por el servicio de limpieza y habitación. Pésimo servicio.

    7/10

    Carlos Andres · couple · 2026-09-11

    “La ubicación y las instalaciones.”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    laurent · couple · 2026-09-10

    “j'ai bien que l'on prend en charge votre voiture à l'arrivée, la piscine sur le toi petite mais très agréable, le bar du rooftop, l'exposition, l'architecture du lieux.”

  • Excelente

    10/10

    JULIO JAIME · couple · 2026-09-05

    “La amabilidad”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Mari · solo traveller · 2026-09-03

    “Tudo”

  • Flott hotell med bra beliggenhet og veldig hyggelig personale. Reint og fint og flott hotell.

    9/10

    Algrøy · solo traveller · 2026-09-02

    “Veldig hyggelig personale. Hjalp med restaurant bookinger og guidet meg i rett retning til serverdigheter.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    JULIO JAIME · solo traveller · 2026-09-01

    “La amabilidad”

  • Ideal for central experience

    9/10

    safa · couple · 2026-08-31

    “The location is a walking distance from Gran Via. Staff are very helpful and always offering help.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Ignacio Oscar · couple · 2026-08-30

    “Todo , la ubicación , el Servicio, el Desayuno y la atención del personal”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Nicola · solo traveller · 2026-08-26

    “Cortesia, posizione e struttura complessiva”

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