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Signature Exclusive ★★★★★ 5-Star Historic Grand Hotel Paseo de la Castellana • Madrid

InterContinental Madrid

Madrid’s iconic 1953 palace on Paseo de la Castellana. Former home of Ava Gardner, featuring the enchanting El Jardín courtyard terrace, Bar 49, and the capital’s legendary Sunday Champagne Brunch.

Location: Paseo de la Castellana 49, Madrid
Accommodations: 302 Rooms & 33 Suites
Hollywood Legacy: Residence of Ava Gardner
Gastronomy: El Jardín & Legendary Sunday Brunch

Vincent Vacations VIP Privileges

Exclusive complimentary benefits secured with every reservation through Vincent Vacations:

  • Daily Buffet Breakfast: Included for two daily in El Jardín or the Club Lounge
  • Club Lounge Access: Private check-in, all-day refreshments, evening cava & tapas
  • Museum Admission: Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum tickets for two (3+ night stays)
  • $200 USD Suite Credit: Food & Beverage credit on 2+ night stays in Suites
  • Airport Transfers: Complimentary one-way airport transfer in Ambassador, Presidential & Royal Suites
  • Executive Services: 2 garment pressings & 2 hours meeting room in Club Lounge Board Room
  • Priority Upgrade & Late Check-out: Confirmed subject to availability (Club use until 4:00 PM)
  • Welcome VIP Amenities: Curated Spanish artisan treats upon arrival

The Grand Palace of Castellana

Commanding a majestic address on Madrid’s grandest boulevard, InterContinental Madrid has welcomed emperors, presidents, and Hollywood icons since opening in 1953 as Spain’s very first international five-star luxury hotel. Situated in the aristocratic Chamberí district along the border of Salamanca’s Golden Mile, the property seamlessly fuses Mid-Century grandeur with contemporary luxury.

Step through the classical portico into the breathtaking marble-lined rotunda lobby, illuminated by a monumental central chandelier and Spanish neoclassical arches. During the golden era of film, the hotel was Ava Gardner’s beloved Madrid home for over ten years; Frank Sinatra, Sophia Loren, and Charlton Heston regularly gathered in Bar 49 and the sunlit garden terrace of El Jardín.

Today, the hotel retains that same magnetic allure. With 302 stately rooms and suites, the bi-level Club InterContinental Lounge, the lush outdoor sanctuary of El Jardín, and the weekly culinary spectacle of Madrid’s most celebrated Sunday Champagne Brunch, InterContinental Madrid remains an enduring landmark of European high society.

Stately Rooms & Legendary Suites

Finished in fine Spanish hardwoods, polished marble bathrooms, soundproof picture windows, and Agraria luxury toiletries.

Classic Room at InterContinental Madrid

Classic Room

Spanish Classical Comfort
28 m² / 301 sq ft 1 King or 2 Single Beds Courtyard or City View

Elegantly appointed in warm tones with classical mahogany finishes. Features plush king bedding, marble bathroom with deep tub, Agraria San Francisco bath amenities, Nespresso bar, and soundproof windows.

Marble Bathroom with Tub Agraria Toiletries Nespresso Machine Soundproof Windows
Premium Room with Club Access at InterContinental Madrid

Premium Room with Club Access

Castellana Boulevard • Lounge Privileges
36 m² / 387 sq ft 1 King or 2 Single Beds Paseo de la Castellana View

Expansive room framing vistas of the tree-lined Paseo de la Castellana. Includes plush sitting area with sofa, deep soaking tub, separate rain shower, and full access to the bi-level Club InterContinental Lounge.

Club Lounge Privileges Castellana Boulevard View Soaking Tub & Shower 2 Pressing Services
Junior Suite at InterContinental Madrid

Junior Suite

Integrated Living Salon
50 m² / 538 sq ft 1 King Bed + Sofa Bed Boulevard or Courtyard

Spacious studio suite with open-plan living lounge, walk-in dressing wardrobe, marble bath with hydro-massage tub and separate shower stall, VIP welcome treats, and Club Lounge access.

Hydro-massage Tub Walk-in Wardrobe Club Lounge Access VIP Welcome Treats
Ambassador Suite at InterContinental Madrid

Ambassador Suite

Diplomatic Residence • Airport Transfer
72 m² / 775 sq ft 1 King Bed + Sofa Bed Paseo de la Castellana Vistas

Palatial one-bedroom apartment featuring an independent living and dining salon, guest powder room, master bedroom with king bed, marble spa bath, complimentary one-way airport transfer, and Club access.

Complimentary Airport Transfer Independent Dining Salon Guest Powder Room Club InterContinental
Ava Gardner Signature Presidential Suite at InterContinental Madrid

Ava Gardner Signature Suite

Hollywood Icon's Private Penthouse
140 m² / 1,506 sq ft 1 Master King Bed Private Castellana Terrace

The legendary actress's personal Madrid residence in the 1950s. Features an expansive sun terrace overlooking Paseo de la Castellana, formal reception salon, curated vintage photography, jacuzzi bath, butler service, and private airport transfers.

Private Castellana Terrace Ava Gardner Memorabilia Jacuzzi Spa Bath Dedicated Butler Service

Epicurean Traditions & Secret Gardens

InterContinental Madrid is home to one of the city's most beloved gastronomic institutions, encompassing garden dining, historic cocktail culture, and the legendary Sunday Brunch.

El Jardín Restaurant & Courtyard Terrace

El Jardín Restaurant & Terrace

Spanish & Mediterranean Fine Dining

A glass-wrapped conservatory opening onto a secluded inner courtyard garden shaded by palms and cooled by tranquil fountains. Once Ava Gardner’s favorite retreat, it serves contemporary Spanish cuisine using market-fresh ingredients.

Daily: Lunch 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM • Dinner 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Bar 49 Cocktail Salon

Bar 49

Cocktail Salon • Spanish Vermouth & Tapas

A legendary gathering place facing Paseo de la Castellana. Enjoy perfectly crafted dry martinis, rare Spanish wines, artisanal vermouths, and classic tapas in an intimate salon resonant with 70 years of cosmopolitan history.

Daily: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM • Live Piano Evenings
Legendary Sunday Brunch in the Marble Rotunda

Legendary Sunday Brunch

Madrid's Most Celebrated Gastronomic Ritual

Staged beneath the grand chandelier of the marble rotunda lobby, this world-famous brunch features over 200 gourmet delicacies including fresh Galician oysters, master-carved Joselito acorn ham, artisan paellas, and decadent dessert buffets paired with live music.

Sundays: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM • Advance Reservations Recommended
Club InterContinental Private Lounge Dining

Club InterContinental

Private Executive Lounge Gastronomy

Exclusive to Club and Suite guests, the bi-level lounge serves a private hot and cold breakfast buffet, traditional English afternoon tea with scones and pastries, and evening cava cocktail receptions with chef-crafted Spanish canapés.

Daily: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM • Full All-Day Gourmet Service

Frequently Asked Questions

What exclusive VIP privileges are included when booking InterContinental Madrid with Vincent Vacations? +
Guests booking through Vincent Vacations receive complimentary daily buffet breakfast for two in El Jardín or the Club Lounge, complimentary Club Lounge access with private check-in, daily snacks, afternoon tea, evening cocktails, 2-hour board room use, 2 garment pressing services, Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum tickets for two on stays of 3+ nights, VIP welcome amenities, and priority upgrade, early check-in, and late check-out (use of Club Lounge until 4:00 PM) subject to availability. Bookings in Ambassador, Presidential, or Royal Suites also include complimentary one-way airport transfers and a US$200 Food & Beverage credit on 2+ night stays.
Where is InterContinental Madrid located? +
The hotel is prominently situated at Paseo de la Castellana 49, 28046 Madrid, in the prestigious financial and diplomatic district bordering Salamanca and Chamberí. It is within walking distance of Calle Serrano's designer boutiques, the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, and the famous Art Triangle containing the Prado and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums.
What is the history and Hollywood legacy of InterContinental Madrid? +
Inaugurated in 1953 as Madrid's first international five-star luxury hotel, InterContinental Madrid quickly became the preferred residence for Hollywood icons during the golden age of cinema. Ava Gardner lived at the hotel for over a decade, while Frank Sinatra, Sophia Loren, Elizabeth Taylor, and Charlton Heston regularly stayed during European film productions.
What makes the Sunday Brunch at InterContinental Madrid so famous? +
Held weekly under the grand chandelier of the central marble rotunda, the Legendary Sunday Brunch is widely acclaimed as the premier brunch in Madrid. It features over 200 gourmet dishes including fresh seafood, oysters, live Iberian ham carving, artisan paellas, and decadent dessert buffets paired with live music.
What is included with Club InterContinental access? +
Club InterContinental access provides a private bi-level lounge with personalized check-in and checkout, a private breakfast buffet, all-day gourmet coffee and snacks, traditional English afternoon tea, evening cava cocktails with chef canapés, two garment pressings per stay, and two hours of meeting room access.
What is special about the Ava Gardner Signature Suite? +
The Ava Gardner Suite is a 140 m² signature presidential residence paying tribute to the legendary actress who called the hotel home. It features a private furnished terrace overlooking Paseo de la Castellana, curated vintage photographs, a formal dining salon, a lavish marble bathroom with jacuzzi, and butler service.