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Hotel Ritz, Madrid

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This prestigious 1910 landmark with burnished antiques throughout (constructed by César Ritz) is surrounded by Madrid's most impressive museums and monuments. Book a deluxe room overlooking the Plaza de la Lealtad then head down to the tree-shaded terrace for brunch. The 167 rooms, two restaurants, and bar all reflect the Belle Époque-style luxury that makes the Hotel Ritz world-famous.

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From Travel + Leisure , OCT 2007

Its wood-paneled Velázquez bar is the ideal spot for a post-museum cocktail....MORE>>

– Clara Sedlak T+L's Global Guide to Arts & Culture

From Travel + Leisure , OCT 2005

As a six-year-old, she toured the Museo del Prado's galleries with her Hungarian governess and stayed up the street at the Hotel Ritz, where she still resides when she comes to town—a month here, four days there—always in the same suite....MORE>>

– Mitchell Owens Spanish Steps

Last updated January 2008