A historic hotel located in the most iconic square in Madrid
The Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor is in the heart of the old town of Madrid, the center of the Spanish capital, close to a variety of attractions.
Historic and central
Sleeping in the historic centre of Madrid, in a baroque building in the most iconic square in the city that combines the baroque architecture of the 17th Century with a sophisticated decor and the amenities of the 21st century.
Madrid is a city with a life of its own, where there is movement, noise and people. But if you want to relax for a moment, all you need to do is close the windows. The hotel Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor is your refuge whenever you want, simultaneously at the centre of everything is the centre of tranquillity.
With an inner patio lit with natural light, its own library, a Rooftop bar with seasonal pool with views over the most genuine neighbourhood in the city, a terrace right on Plaza Mayor and rooms that prime for supreme comfort, this is the perfect place to stay in the centre of Madrid, in one of the best Plaza Mayor Hotels.
On the -1 floor is located one of the most surprising spaces in the hotel: an intimate spa with an indoor pool surrounded by exposed brick walls. The gym is also located here, where you can work out to get in shape. If you prefer to enjoy the outdoor pool, on the top floor there is a seasonal pool that opens if weather conditions permit.
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool (seasonal)
- Rooftop (seasonal)
- SPA
- Gym
- External parking (payable - 37€ per day)
All we have to offer
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Outdoor swimming poolOutdoor Swimming Pool
Located on the Rooftop of the Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor, the seasonal outdoor pool (weather permitting) offers a refreshing escape with stunning panoramic views over Madrid.
It's the perfect place to relax in the sun, take a dip and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the city.
Its elevated location and spectacular views make this pool a privileged spot for moments of leisure and relaxation in the heart of the historic centre.
Open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (weather permitting), with dimensions of 13.2 metres X 2 metres and a depth of 1.40 metres.
Maximum capacity of 30 people.
Email: reservas.plazamayor@pestana.com
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Indoor swimming poolIndoor Swimming Pool
Located on level -1, the indoor pool at the Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor is one of the hotel's jewels.
Set in the old coal cellars, the pool is surrounded by exposed brick walls and original arches that create a unique and cosy atmosphere.
Heated and tranquil, the pool offers a relaxing refuge throughout the day.
It's the ideal place to swim or simply enjoy a moment of calm in a space of historic charm.
7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Children under 18 years of age can access the indoor pool from 07:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Email: reservas.plazamayor@pestana.com
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Gym and SPAGym and Spa
The gym and spa at the Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor are the perfect haven for those seeking relaxation and well-being.
The gym is equipped with modern equipment to keep fit, while the spa offers a heated indoor pool, dry sauna and massage rooms, providing a complete experience of revitalization and rest.
The space is ideal for unwinding after a day exploring Madrid.
Indoor pool, sauna and gym: 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Massage room: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Children under 18 years of age can access the indoor pool and sauna from 07:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For more information, please contact the hotel directly.
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Restaurants and BarsRestaurants and Bars
Café de la Plaza is the main restaurant, accessed from Calle Imperial and Madrid's Plaza Mayor.
The terrace offers views of the Casa de la Panadería, where you can admire the incredible façade of mythological frescoes by the painter Carlos Franco.
The interior patio, meanwhile, offers an oasis in the center of the capital.
Email: reservas.plazamayor@pestana.com
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Meetings and EventsMeetings and EventsTotal rooms: 6
The Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor fully respects the building’s heritage and its surroundings in a personalized way, with a very creative spirit of reinterpretation, but especially an affection, love and sensitivity for the history, traditions and lifestyle of the city.
Within the incomparable setting of the old town of Madrid, the hotel allows all kinds of events to take place in all its areas, providing the perfect setting for unique occasions.
Email: groups.madrid@pestana.com
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Indoor swimming pool
- Gym and SPA
- Restaurants and Bars
- Meetings and Events
Located on the Rooftop of the Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor, the seasonal outdoor pool (weather permitting) offers a refreshing escape with stunning panoramic views over Madrid.
It's the perfect place to relax in the sun, take a dip and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the city.
Its elevated location and spectacular views make this pool a privileged spot for moments of leisure and relaxation in the heart of the historic centre.
Open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (weather permitting), with dimensions of 13.2 metres X 2 metres and a depth of 1.40 metres.
Maximum capacity of 30 people.
Email: reservas.plazamayor@pestana.com
Located on level -1, the indoor pool at the Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor is one of the hotel's jewels.
Set in the old coal cellars, the pool is surrounded by exposed brick walls and original arches that create a unique and cosy atmosphere.
Heated and tranquil, the pool offers a relaxing refuge throughout the day.
It's the ideal place to swim or simply enjoy a moment of calm in a space of historic charm.
7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Children under 18 years of age can access the indoor pool from 07:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Email: reservas.plazamayor@pestana.com
The gym and spa at the Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor are the perfect haven for those seeking relaxation and well-being.
The gym is equipped with modern equipment to keep fit, while the spa offers a heated indoor pool, dry sauna and massage rooms, providing a complete experience of revitalization and rest.
The space is ideal for unwinding after a day exploring Madrid.
Indoor pool, sauna and gym: 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Massage room: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Children under 18 years of age can access the indoor pool and sauna from 07:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For more information, please contact the hotel directly.
Café de la Plaza is the main restaurant, accessed from Calle Imperial and Madrid's Plaza Mayor.
The terrace offers views of the Casa de la Panadería, where you can admire the incredible façade of mythological frescoes by the painter Carlos Franco.
The interior patio, meanwhile, offers an oasis in the center of the capital.
Email: reservas.plazamayor@pestana.com
The Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor fully respects the building’s heritage and its surroundings in a personalized way, with a very creative spirit of reinterpretation, but especially an affection, love and sensitivity for the history, traditions and lifestyle of the city.
Within the incomparable setting of the old town of Madrid, the hotel allows all kinds of events to take place in all its areas, providing the perfect setting for unique occasions.
Email: groups.madrid@pestana.com
At Café de La Plaza you can enjoy a selection of specialities with a very Spanish flavour at any time of day, such as ‘croquetas’, traditional rice dishes, including paella. To accompany your meal, order a glass of good wine or a beer.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Served in the inner courtyard, it's a moment you won't want to miss. We choose the best products for your continental buffet breakfast. Hot dishes are made in our kitchen.
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12:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Breakfast: Monday to Friday: 07:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 08:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.. - Capacity for 70 people
- (+34) 910 052 822 / cafedelaplaza@pestana.com
Enjoy traditional Spanish specialties with a contemporary touch in Madrid's most iconic square, while admiring the frescoes painted by Carlos Franco on the façade of the historic Casa de La Panedería.
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Open every day
- Capacity for 94 people
- (+34) 910 052 822 / cafedelaplaza@pestana.com
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Our offers for you
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Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
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New Year's EveNew Year's Eve
One midnight. Memories to last a lifetime.
Celebrate the arrival of 2027 with a special night, filled with festive moments, midnight toasts and experiences to remember.
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Choose your hotel or Pousada de Portugal, get ready to enjoy an unforgettable celebration and book your New Year’s stay today.
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Summer OfferSummer OfferSummer lasts until the last ray of sunshine.
Summer lingers into the evening, with the sky painted in shades of pink, on a walk through nature, and in that long, liberating swim.
At Pestana, summer is enjoyed without haste, in destinations where every moment can be savoured. Choose one of our hotels or Pousadas de Portugal and book your summer getaway – while you still can.
Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
- Visit the Christmas Markets
- New Year's Eve
- Summer Offer
Discover Christmas markets filled with aromas, flavours and traditions, stroll through illuminated streets and immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of the celebrations. Find the ideal hotel for your stay and turn this festive season into a truly unforgettable moment.
Book your Christmas getaway at Pestana Hotel Group hotels or Pousadas de Portugal and discover the magic of the most enchanting cities.
Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
One midnight. Memories to last a lifetime.
Celebrate the arrival of 2027 with a special night, filled with festive moments, midnight toasts and experiences to remember.
At Pestana Hotel Group, find the perfect setting to welcome the new year.
Choose your hotel or Pousada de Portugal, get ready to enjoy an unforgettable celebration and book your New Year’s stay today.
Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
Summer lingers into the evening, with the sky painted in shades of pink, on a walk through nature, and in that long, liberating swim.
At Pestana, summer is enjoyed without haste, in destinations where every moment can be savoured. Choose one of our hotels or Pousadas de Portugal and book your summer getaway – while you still can.
Notes: The "starting from" prices shown already include a 10% discount under the Pestana Guest Club (PGC) programme. If you have not yet registered, please take this opportunity to register now.
Awards & Certifications
What our clients are saying
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Beautiful and unique hotel. I totally...Beautiful and unique hotel. I totally recommend it. Very helpful and kind staff. They helped me with an issue with my coat, as I needed to sew it• Google • 15-02-2026
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My husband and I completely enjoyed...My husband and I completely enjoyed our stay at this beautiful hotel! The staff were so very kind and helpful. The hotel itself was stunning. The view that...• Google • 12-02-2026
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Breakfast was great, plenty of choice....Positive: Breakfast was great, plenty of choice.GB • Booking.com • 10-02-2026
Check-in at Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor is from 3:00 p.m., and check-out is until 12:00 p.m.
The hotel is located at Calle Imperial, 8, in the heart of Madrid de los Austrias (historic center), integrated into Plaza Mayor itself, with a terrace facing the square. A few minutes' walk away are the San Miguel Market, Puerta del Sol, the Royal Palace, the Royal Theatre, and Gran Vía.
Yes. Due to its central location, historic setting, and amenities (heated indoor pool, seasonal outdoor rooftop pool, and spa), it is popular with couples. For families, it offers various room types (including suites and lofts) and is close to attractions within walking distance. Please confirm availability and extra beds with the hotel.
The most pleasant seasons are spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October), with mild temperatures (around 15-23 °C). Summer (July and August) is hot and winter is cooler; these times tend to be less crowded and prices are more moderate outside of peak season.
At the airport, take Metro Line 8 (pink) to Nuevos Ministerios and change to reach Sol station (via Line 10 and Line 1); from Sol, Plaza Mayor is a short walk to Calle Imperial, 8. The journey takes around 40 minutes and you will need to pay the airport supplement.
Yes. It has a spa with a dry sauna, massage rooms, and a heated indoor pool, a gym equipped with modern equipment, and a rooftop bar with a seasonal outdoor pool (June to September) and panoramic views over Madrid.
The hotel offers several room types, including Classic, Superior, Superior Plus, Superior Plaza Mayor, Deluxe Plaza Mayor, Deluxe Grand with Plaza Mayor view, Loft Attic, Suite, and Plaza Mayor Suite. Several of these categories have a direct view of Plaza Mayor.
Breakfast options include a continental buffet, with à la carte options for hot dishes.
Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor has 1 restaurant: Café de la Plaza, with a patio and a terrace on the Plaza Mayor.
Yes, the hotel has an indoor heated pool open all year round, and an outdoor rooftop pool open from June to September (depending on the weather).
The Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor offers the following activities/services (may include extra charge):
- Indoor and outdoor swimming pool (seasonal)
- Spa
- Gym
- Rooftop Bar
- Massages
- Local Tours
- Jogging
- Bicycle Tours
- Shops
- Disco/DJ
Yes, guests have access to a gym during their stay.
Nearby attractions include Plaza Mayor, Royal Palace, Royal Theatre, Puerta del Sol and Gran Via Street.
The closest parking is at Felipe III street. It is called Pestana Collection Plaza Mayor s/n (payable).
With Pestana Guest Club you can enjoy the following advantages and many others:
- From 10% discount on the value of stay
- 10% discount on restaurants and bars