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Hotel Rex

3.0 of 5
Gran Via 43, 28013 Madrid, Spain (Centro)
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Hotel Rex
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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Thames Ditton, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

This was my first visit to Madrid. I was there on business. The hotel was perfect for my needs. It is very centrally located which was excellent as I had limited free time and was able to walk to the main sites. The reception was efficient and they spoke english. The location of the reception is a little unusual as... More

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Newport Beach, California
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35 reviews 35 reviews
31 hotel reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
49 helpful votes 49 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

I booked this hotel before leaving London, and got a deal on Hotwire. I took at cab from the airport to the hotel about 40euro. Wow, it is right in the smack middle of the main part of town on one of the main streets, Gran Via. Stairs to walk down to the reception (two flights that go down about... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013 via mobile

We stayed at Hotel Rex with our 9 month old daughter for 5 nights. The service was impeccable. I truly recommend it for short trips in Madrid. Very central, walking distance to every landmark. Slight disadvantage cos there is no lift in entrance and u have to go down a flight of steps for reception.

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Zagreb, Croatia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

The hotel is in a great location, on Calle Gran Via, in the heart of the city, close to many of the city's most important sights and close to the metro station Callao. Although the Gran Via is a very busy and noisy, windows successfully protect against noise. Our room was large and clean with comfortable beds. Bathroom and toilet... More

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Stroud, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

We stayed in 912, a twin on the 9th floor. Quite quirky, the bathroom was an interesting shape however everything worked and it was quiet. I would have preferred a softer bed, but I still slept well. 912 got some daylight as it was almost the top floor, rooms further down would be darker. The breakfast was great, a buffet... More

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Apples, Switzerland
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16 reviews 16 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

We had a great stay at Rex during Easter. Very helpjull staff, which gave us a nice welcome. The rooms was nice and clean. Location was great, close to shops, restaurants, cafes, metro etc. And 5 min walk from Opera. The breakfast buffe was good, lots of choices of bread, meats, youghurts etc. Not so often you see that in... More

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Kutaisi, Georgia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

Hotel Rex has excellent location: Near to Gran Via, City Center and shopping areas. Callao metro station is just in 1 minutes of walking. Normal service and comfort. Clean rooms. Good breakfast. Negative: Rooms facing the main road are very noisy. No elevators at the reception level.

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Johannesburg, South Africa
2 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

My wife and I stayed in the Rex for two night en route to Sevilla. First impression: when you enter the door from Gran Via there is only a flight of stairs going down to reception and it was extremely uncomfortable with heavy suitcases and bags to drag down (and up when you are leaving). The bedroom was big but... More

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Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland
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27 reviews 27 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2013

Booked this hotel on a recommendation, for a one-night stopover after a business trip before flying home, but was sadly disappointed. The location was great - very central and within easy walking distance of all major sites. Public areas of the hotel were fine - clean and tidy. Breakfast buffet was also OK for a budget hotel. Service was efficient... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2013

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Additional Information about Hotel Rex

Also Known As:
Sol Melia Madrid
Sol Melia Rex Hotel
Address: Gran Via 43, 28013 Madrid, Spain
Region: Spain > Community of Madrid > Madrid > Centro
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Restaurant
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Ranked #295 of 456 hotels in Madrid
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Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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