Hotel Urso is the place to stay if you seek understated luxury in Madrid’s somewhat secluded central location. The elegant 5-star establishment strategically connects Chamberí, Chueca, and the new up-and-coming Tribunal area. Thanks to the floral wallpaper that jostles for attention, it has subtle touches of neo-classicism, doing justice to the 20th-century building style and decor. Architect and designer Antonio Obrador has beautifully restored the building while ensuring an intact, welcoming feeling. Local artisans, including an ironmonger, carpenter, and vertical garden specialist, contributed to the reconstruction.
The attention to detail at Hotel Urso is impressive, from the use of vintage photographs of Madrid in the 1920s and 1930s to decorate the guest rooms, azulejos tiles placed on the façade, and classic furniture—making it a haven while in Spain’s capital. The antique lift before you enter the hotel lobby is just magical, with the cushioned seat and elaborate ironwork setting the tone of the boutique hotel. This is complemented further by the classical stained-glass windows.
