Urso Hotel & Spa Madrid: Extremely Comfortable Luxury Spaces

Urso Hotel & Spa Madrid: Extremely Comfortable Luxury Spaces

9 hotels you must visit: A Tapestry of Luxury Experiences to Enrich Your Stay

Text by: Fabian Ooi / Photos Courtesy of Urso Hotel & Spa Madrid - 22 January 2025


In Madrid, you can find both opulent, luxe old grand hotels and stunningly modern boutique properties. Nestled in the elegant Las Salesas neighbourhood, Urso Hotel & Spa exemplifies the best of both worlds. As Madrid’s first 5-star boutique hotel, it offers a captivating blend of tradition and trend, authenticity, guaranteed excellence, and discreet luxury. Recently, this Small Luxury Hotels of The World was recognized in Spain’s 2024 MICHELIN Guide Hotel Selection with One Key Hotel designation, receiving high praise for its exceptional quality.

Junior Suite Terrace

Urso Hotel & Spa is located in a historic building originally built in 1915 by José María Mendoza Ussía. The property integrates the royal character of Madrid’s 20th-century bourgeois architecture with the modernity and comfort of a modern luxury hotel. The building was home to the renowned company “Papelera Española”, preserves its neoclassical elegance with its towers, chamfers and balconies. Its history is also evident in the interior spaces, with original elements such as the central courtyard, the colourful stained glass windows, the decorative tiles, the library, the marble floors and the wood panelled walls.

Urso Hotel & Spa features 78 elegant rooms and suites, spread over 10 categories. The small details in the rooms make them unique and extremely comfortable luxury spaces. From their carefully chosen decoration to the exclusive furnishings, with high-quality and extremely comfortable mattresses, natural fibre quilt covers. 

URSO Suite

Located in the heart of Madrid, in a privileged setting between the central districts of Chamberí, Tribunal and Chueca, Urso allows guests to dive into the true essence of the capital. The elegant and residential neighbourhood of Las Salesas boasts some of the most unique places in the city: small and exclusive restaurants, charming boutiques filled with handcrafted pieces, art galleries, embassies, local markets, etc., all of which reveal an authentic setting for its international visitors. Las Salesas Neighbourhood is located just a 10-minute walk from the eclectic Gran Vía and a pleasant stroll from Madrid’s famous golden triangle of art that brings together some of Europe’s most famous museums such as the Prado, the Thyssen Museum and the Reina Sofía.

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URSO Spa

The spa mentioned in URSO’s name deserves equal attention. As Madrid’s first branded luxury hotel spa, it is a small oasis of luxury and wellness where you can relax in the centre of Madrid. Let yourself be guided by the professional spa therapists and start a journey into a deep relaxation in which you will experience the perfect blend of “Salus per aquam’’ and rejuvenating treatments, through a discreet and personalised service. To guarantee the best results in their treatments, URSO Spa they only use top quality cosmetics from two prestigious brands, Natura Bissé and Comfort Zone.

Casa Felisa Restaurant

Casa Felisa Restaurant

Casa Felisa stands as the place to indulge in the finer things in life: good food and good company. Its cuisine draws inspiration from Madrid’s authentic culinary traditions, infused with a touch of eccentricity to delight those who appreciate both new and old approaches to Spanish dining. Designed for exquisite palates and adventurous appetites, Casa Felisa caters to those who cherish the flavours of their childhood while remaining curious about the capital’s most promising new gastronomic proposals.

Its wine cellar, with references full of character, carefully treasures the finest wines from our land and a cherished list of champagnes, which make for a close, jovial and sybaritic gastronomic experience, open to all types of palates.

The Conservatory

The Conservatory

Characterised by its striking glass ceiling, The Conservatory invites guests to enjoy breakfast under the expansive sky of Madrid, bathed in the city’s radiant natural light. This space offers an array of hot dishes, freshly prepared on-site using local ingredients by the team of chefs - the ideal setting to begin your day on a high note. After breakfast, The Conservatory turns into a multi-functional space, perfect to host private events.

Every Saturday, Sunday and public holiday, The Conservatory hosts the classic brunch, available also for non-hotel guests. With the soft notes of the live harp in the background, you can enjoy several passes of delicacies including Madrid pastries, a selection of breads and cold meats, and a main course of your choice. Enjoy their classic eggs benedict, sandwiches or salads. A selection of drinks such as coffee, tea or juice completes the gastronomic experience. 

Lobby Bar

The ideal place where delicious cocktails and informal cuisine merge. It offers a wide variety of champagnes by the glass, wines, and signature cocktails crafted by skilled bartenders, available throughout the day, all of which can be enjoyed in the sofa area with large windows overlooking the streets of Madrid.

Lobby Bar

About

URSO Hotel & Spa is managed by Marugal Hotel Management, an international hotel management company specialising in the development, launch and operation of unique luxury hotels. Currently, Marugal Hotel Management operates 14 hotels across Spain, France, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and Portugal. Each property has its own storied identity, from stately mansions and palaces, to stunning architectural landmarks, including an early 20th century fortress. 

Urso Hotel & Spa Madrid
Address: C. de Mejía Lequerica, 8, Centro, 28004 Madrid, Spain.
Contact: +34 914 44 44 58
Website: hotelurso.com/en
 

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