Marriott Properties in Madrid

I've stayed here multiple times because the location is just unbeatable. El Corte Inglés is right next door, and it's super close to Plaza de España and Gran Vía. The newly renovated rooms are much more comfortable than before, and they still provide a kettle and disposable slippers. However, you'll need to bring your own toothbrush and other toiletries. Other highlights: The gym facilities are comprehensive and new, and the Western-style breakfast buffet offers a fantastic variety. The lobby staff are also very friendly and helpful. Drawbacks: I'm not sure if some rooms are still under renovation, but there was noticeable drilling noise during the day, which could be quite disruptive for anyone wanting to sleep in. Also, room cleaning can be quite late (one day, my room still hadn't been cleaned when I returned after 3 PM).

Location: Not far from the airport, about a 30-minute drive. There are no subway stations nearby. If you're heading into the city, you can consider taking the HOTEL BUS to the airport and then transferring to the subway or train. Price: Not expensive. I booked three days in advance and it was over budget, but then I saw the price dropped in the evening, so I decisively canceled and rebooked. Transportation: The hotel offers a free HOTEL BUS. Its stop is right in front of where you catch buses after arriving. Look for the yellow 'BUS' signs at the airport; yellow indicates the HOTEL BUS. You can contact the hotel in advance for the routes and departure times. Environment: Pretty good. The hotel is quite large, with several buildings. Breakfast is from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Locals usually eat lunch around 1:00 PM, so you can take your time with breakfast since it also gets light late here. Service: People here aren't great at English. The front desk staff are okay; even if you can't understand what they're saying, they'll use gestures to make sure you get it.