The 82-room, 3-star Best Western Hotel Atlantico is conveniently located in Central Madrid on the busy Gran Via, within walking distance of many shops, the Puerta del Sol and the Prado and Thyssen-Bornemisza Museums. Best Western������s European properties are recognized abroad for their quality, which is often superior to that of their US franchises. This property is no different--in fact, the amicable young staff and brightly decorated noise-proof rooms helped the hotel earn the Best Quality Award in 2001, and while it has a 3-star rating it is more of a 4-star in quality. Major Spanish shopping chains like El Corte Ingles and Zara, as well as local shops are just outside the hotel������s front door, as are many restaurants and cultural attractions.
Due to its popularity, the hotel is expanding by renovating the upper floors of its building. Guests are nevertheless undisturbed by this as it is limited to only the upper floors that are not yet in use.
Unlike many central Madrid hotels, guest rooms here are relatively spacious. Decorated in simple but warm and colorful pastels and often with white furnishings, each air-conditioned room has its own mini-bar, hairdryer, radio, satellite TV, direct dial telephone and safe. Many rooms also look down on the bustling Gran Via below, offering a 24/7 view of Madrileno life.
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January - New Years Day
Like the rest of the world, New Year's is one of the biggest celebrations in Madrid. Up to 40 million people crowd into the Puerta del Sol and try to eat 12 grapes in sync to the big clock striking midnight. Those that successfully munch down their handful of grapes can expect good luck for the coming year. After midnight, the city blooms into a huge party that never seems to stop.
January 5th
Like the rest of Spain, the people of Madrid celebrate the procession of the three Magi. The Magi stand as the Spanish alternative to Santa Claus by bringing gifts to children the next morning.
May 15th
Fiesta de San Isidro is celebrated in honor of the patron saint of Madrid. This is one the best times to come to Madrid, as the city offers numerous concerts, theatre, and other forms of public entertainment. The best bullfights of the season are held at this time.
July and August
Veranos de la Villa, (Summer in the Village) is held during this time in the town hall for a series of cultural events.
August 6th-15th
Popular customs are displayed with traditional costumes and dances during the festival Verbena de la Paloma.
September
The concert-houses and theaters wind up the season this month with their best performances
November
Madrid holds its annual International Jazz-Festival. Also held this month are the traditional Fiestas de la Almudena.
December
Plaza Mayor becomes the location for the traditional festival and judging of Christmas cribs.
Contact our 24/7 Customer Service Center
New reservations:
Please call 1-888-254-0637
Outside the US please call 00-800-84469370 OR 1-210-507-5997
Give code 10847 when calling
Existing reservations:
Contact a Customer Service representative at 866-270-2849
