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Description
The hotel's location alone constitutes a luxury. The Hotel Ritz is situated between the beautiful Retiro Park, the elegant Teatro de la Zarzuela, and Madrid's most important museums: the Prado, the Thyssen Bornemisza and the Centro de Arte Moderno Reina Sofia.
Inspired by King Alfonso XIII's desire to build a luxury hotel to rival the Ritz in Paris, the Hotel Ritz in Madrid shares with the Ritz hotels in Paris and London a reputation as one of the original grand luxury hotels in Europe.
The Hotel Ritz opened its doors in 1910 in the presence of His Majesty King Alfonso XIII. The hotel was designed and built under the personal supervision of the legendary hotelier Cesar Ritz, from whom the name was adopted.
The Ritz has played a crucial role in the life of Madrid for over a century. Still today, the hotel remains a key attraction for many to this European capital.
At the beginning of the last century, King Alfonso XIII returned from his trips around Europe full of impressions of the Palaces that he had visited. A succession of parks, avenues and grand designs had excited the imagination of the young monarch, leaving him overwhelmed with new ideas and plans for the Spanish capital, Madrid.
Madrid was a city of intense vitality, with magnificent buildings and beautiful gardens; nevertheless, something was missing. The King was the first person to recognise how much the city would benefit from a great hotel of luxury; a hotel of the same standing as the Ritz of Paris, or London.
He did not waste time in putting these ideas into practice. Madrid had to offer its visitors something quite extraordinary: a hotel that could satisfy the refined taste of a new breed of traveller, who at that time was only just beginning to be known as a "tourist".
The dream of the monarch began to take shape. The construction of the Ritz had begun with the endorsement of the Ritz Development Company.
Charles Mewes of Paris, and Luis de Landecho of Madrid were the architects in charge and in just a short time the walls of the future hotel rose above the magnolias, cedars and acacias of the Prado.
At the time of its opening the Hotel Ritz provided the latest in luxury and comfort, offering four to five bathrooms in each section of the hotel and a telephone on each floor next to the elevator. With facilities like these, the Ritz immediately became one of the most luxurious hotels in the world.
Today the Hotel Ritz continues these traditions, although bathrooms and telephones are now standard for all rooms, along with the provision of high speed internet wireless connections to serve the needs of today's travellers.
The desire of King Alfonso XIII to create a grand hotel was certainly realized and we look forward to welcoming you to the Hotel Ritz to share his dream.
Accommodations
Classic Rooms
The elegantly appointed classic rooms are single, double or twin bedrooms, with either courtyard or exterior views.
Each has been individually designed with magnificent and unique hand-made carpets, embroidered bedlinen and antique furniture, combined with the latest technology of internet connections (Wireless) and cable television. Bathrooms are beautifully appointed in marble with gilded accessories.
Deluxe Rooms
These elegantly appointed deluxe rooms are double or twin bedrooms, with exterior views.
Each has been individually designed with magnificent and unique hand-made carpets, embroidered bedlinen and antique furniture, combined with the latest technology of internet connections (Wireless) and cable television. Bathrooms are beautifully appointed in marble with gilded appliances.
Dining
Goya Restaurant
The highly acclaimed Goya Restaurant offers a wide selection of Mediterranean and Spanish cuisine. A place to see and to be seen in a relaxed and elegant atmosphere.
Terrace and Gardens
In Spring and Summer the Terrace and Gardens of the Hotel Ritz are the perfect meeting place in Madrid for a delightful al fresco lunch or dinner, or to sample traditional Spanish tapas.
White wicker armchairs and marble tables covered with crisp linen tablecloths are to be found throughout the shaded terraces and enchanting gardens of the hotel to create the perfect place to relax and linger over our delicious Spanish cuisine.
Lobby Bar
What could be more enjoyable than traditional afternoon tea or light refreshments served in the majestic hotel lobby in the early evening.
The discreet atmosphere and service that you would expect of grand hotel allows you to enjoy the gentle sounds of our pianist, harpist, or classical Spanish guitarist.
Enjoy a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, fine pastries and traditional English scones, accompanied by a selection of jams, clotted cream and of course tea of the finest varieties worldwide.
Velazquez Bar
This intimate bar is a popular rendezvous for those guests who wish to enjoy original cocktails in a relaxed and charming atmosphere.
Weddings
A beautiful setting together with their experience of helping people organize their special events makes the Ritz Hotel of Madrid a perfect venue for your Wedding.
There are five private dining rooms available at the hotel, with a choice of rooms ranging from small and stylish to grand and imposing; the Ritz is the ideal venue for a gathering of any size, from two to 500 people.
Each of the rooms is individually decorated and distinctive in character and provides an impressive setting, while a trained and experienced team of chefs, butlers and banquet managers can ensure the complete success of your wedding day.
Their Ritz Royal Service transports all of their banqueting experience together with the glamour of our landmark Hotel, to any location in Madrid or elsewhere in Spain, for your wedding celebration.
Their service includes, if required, suggestions of a wide choice of services to create the perfect celebration for your special day. Usually this would include a cocktail reception, appetizers and set menus, as well as a full complement of chefs and waiting staff, your choice of silverware and china, furniture, carpets, decoration, entertainment and more.
Facilities
The hotel fitness center, located on the mezzanine level, is equipped with treadmills, step machines, rowing machines, static bicycles, free weights, weight training equipment, satellite television, radio and daily newspapers. Access to the sauna is complimentary for guests. Massages, sunbed and facials can also be enjoyed at an additional charge. Located next to the main hall of the hotel and between the two main Salons, the business center offers the following range of services to guests: - bilingual secretarial service
- telephones
- faxes
- photocopies
- computers and printers
- internet access
Pricing and Special Offers
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4 nights from $1,256 per person
Included:
- 4 nights accommodation in a Classic room
- All applicable taxes and fees
Restrictions: Offer valid on new bookings only. Prices shown are per person, land only, based on double occupancy. Offer subject to availability at time of booking and may be changed or discontinued at any time without notice. Booking window and travel window varies based on promotion. Blackout dates, minimum night stays, seasonal surcharges, resort fees (if any) and other restrictions may apply. Pricing may include exchange rate variances. Unused or underused dining credit is not refundable and has no cash value.
Offer valid for travel between
January 1, 2007 and November 14, 2008
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Prices often vary between high and low season, and for different categories of accommodations.
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