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In the heart of Madrid, this friendly hostel is convenient for the night-life of Huertas and the art galleries on the Paseo del Prado. The 24 rooms are clean and nicely decorated and have TV and phone. There’s also a bar and laundry service.

This large early 20th-century building was completely renovated in the 1990s and is an absolute bargain on account of its location. All 170 rooms are clean, comfortable and in great demand, so book ahead.

Refurbished in 2000, the gorgeous 1950s decor of this large hotel was left intact. The location, on Plaza Colón, is handy both for the sights and the Salamanca shopping district.

Designed by French architect Jean Nouvel, this modern hotel is located in the Salamanca district, a short distance from the airport. Each one of its 12 floors has been designed by a well-known architect or designer including Sir Norman Foster, Arata Isozski, Zaha Hadid and Javier Mariscal. The hotel boasts a good restaurant.

When Ernest Hemingway stayed here in the 1950s he praised the location – near the Prado and the Círculo de Bellas Artes. Renovated in 2000, the rooms are small but tastefully decorated. There’s a terrace on the 7th floor and the café-restaurant offers a reasonably priced menú del dia as well as afternoon tea.

This small hotel is close to the designer stores of Calle Serrano (see El Jardín de Serrano) (see Galería ABC Serrano). Refurbished in 1999, the rooms are comfortable and large. Facilities include a garage and business centre.

Founded in 1853, this family-run hotel is close to the Prado and the nightlife around Sol and Plaza Santa Ana. The rooms are spotless and comfortable, though those overlooking the street can be noisy. Excellent value and there’s even a gym. Book ahead.

A listed building, the Residencia dates from the 1930s and has been refurbished in the style of the period. Another appealing feature is the garden, where guests can relax over a drink or a traditional Spanish meal.

Close to Sol, Gran Vía and the shops of Calle Preciados, this modern 4-star hotel has wooden and leather furnishings throughout. The rooms are on the small side, but clean and comfortable. Service is attentive and there’s a certain old-world charm about the place.