“One of our group's favorite hotels on the trip!”
Hotel · Madrid, Spain
Hotel Madrid Gran Via 25
Hotel Madrid Gran Via 25
A+4.00 / 4.00
33 evaluations from our group leaders & tour directors (2007–2024)
Group leaders: A+ (1 recent)Tour directors: A (8 total)
What our travelers say
Hotel Madrid Gran Via 25 earns its reputation on the strength of two things that matter most for student groups: a central location and a comfortable night's sleep. Sitting directly on Gran Vía, one of Madrid's most animated thoroughfares, the hotel puts groups within easy walking distance of Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and the city's major museums — meaning less time on buses and more time actually exploring. Tour directors who have worked here consistently point to the combination of comfortable rooms and a solid breakfast as the foundation of a smooth travel day, and more than one group leader has called it a standout hotel on an itinerary that covers several Spanish cities.
A few practical notes worth setting expectations around: the hotel is a three-star property, so rooms are functional rather than spacious, and groups traveling in warmer months should be aware that air conditioning has been noted as limited — something to factor in if your trip falls in late spring or summer when Madrid temperatures can climb. The energy of Gran Vía itself is a genuine asset during the day, though it does mean a lively street outside at night, so light sleepers in the group may want to pack earplugs.
This hotel is a strong fit for school and student groups who want to be in the middle of everything without a long commute to the sights. The location rewards groups with curious, active itineraries — those who want to step out the front door and immediately be in Madrid rather than working their way in from the outskirts. For groups prioritizing walkability and a reliable, no-fuss base in the heart of the city, it consistently delivers.
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About this property
<p>The Tryp Gran Vía hotel is a simple yet comfortable hotel located in the famous Gran Vía Avenue of Madrid, next of the Puerta del Sol and the Plaza Mayor Squares, the perfect place to discover the monumental Madrid, close to the museums, art galleries, sightseeing spots and shopping areas, as well as to the public transport network.</p>
- Address: Calle Gran Via 25, 28013
- Phone: +34 91 52 21 121
- Rating: 3 stars
- Rooms: 175
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Calle Gran Via 25, 28013
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