travel42 Hotel Review: Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid

Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid travel42 Professional Hotel Review

Location and History

Two blocks from Retiro Park, this hotel is one of Spain's most famous hotels and is part of the Mandarin Oriental group.

A century ago, Alfonso XIII commanded the specifics of this grand palace during its construction (including his desire that it is close to the Prado), and the meticulous care and attention continue today despite a vastly different approach to design and luxury. Only today's traveler can decide which they prefer, but it is undoubtedly th...