Location. The large Gran Hotel Velazquez is located in central Madrid, Spain, within 500 metres of El Retiro park. The hotel is one kilometre from the famous Prado art gallery and Puerta del Sol square. The nearest metro stations are Velazquez and Nunez de Balboa. Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) is 14 kilometres away. | Check-in: | Noon |
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One double or two twin beds. Classic decor with white and blue design features and oak furniture. Direct-dial phone, satellite television with pay movies, high-speed Internet connection (surcharge), minibar, and complimentary newspapers. Bathroom with shower/tub combination, telephone, bathrobes, hair dryer and complimentary toiletries.
One king bed or two twin beds. Classic decor with white and blue design features and oak furniture. Direct-dial phone, satellite television with pay movies, high-speed Internet connection (surcharge), minibar, and complimentary newspapers. Bathroom with shower/tub combination, telephone, bathrobes, hair dryer and complimentary toiletries.
One double bed or two twin beds. Classic decor with white and blue design features and oak furniture. Desk. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Satellite TV. Minibar. Complimentary newspaper. Hair dryer and complimentary toiletries.
From Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD):
Distance to Gran Hotel Velazquez is 14 kilometres, approximately 20 minutes' drive.
Getting there. A regular underground metro service runs from the airport to central Madrid. The station is located in terminal 2 and is on line 8 (pink). The single fare is 1.75 EUR. An airport bus runs to central Madrid's Plaza de Colon terminal. The bus departs every 10 minutes and tickets cost 2.40 EUR. Taxis into the city centre cost about 30 EUR, including an airport surcharge.
Getting around. The Gran Hotel Velazquez is on Velazquez Street, 500 metres from el Retiro park. The squares and narrow streets in central Madrid are best explored by foot. An extensive public bus and metro system offers a cheap and efficient way to get around the city. Single tickets can be bought from bus drivers or machines. A 10 trip Metrobus ticket, costing 6.40 EUR, is ideal for those making multiple journeys. Taxis can be hailed on the street and are reasonably priced.
Driving directions. From Madrid Barajas Airport:
Take the A 11 in the direction of Avenida de America.
Go straight ahead until you reach Serrano Street
Turn left at Hermosilla Street until you reach Velazquez Street where the hotel is located.
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Distances are calculated as the crow flies, and are provided as an aid in planning only.
UndercoverTourist.com is not responsible for their accuracy.