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El Autor Hotel, Madrid, Autograph Collection

A 5-star stay in the heart of Madrid, within walking distance of the Royal Palace and the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum.

  • 5-minute walk to Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando
  • 10-minute walk to Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza
  • Rated 9.4 for rooms and service
9 Perfect 115 reviews Booking.com 9 · 115 reviews

About

El Autor Hotel, Madrid, Autograph Collection

El Autor Hotel sits on Calle Zorrilla, placing you within a five-minute walk of the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando and about ten minutes on foot from the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum. The Royal Palace is a short drive away, and the hotel’s central location makes it easy to explore the city’s cultural core.

The property is part of the Autograph Collection, offering a design-forward stay with amenities like a fitness centre, restaurant, bar, and in-room spa services. Guests can take advantage of 24-hour reception, express check-in/out, and a welcome drink on arrival.

  • No smoking on site
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Top marks for rooms and service — Guest ratings put rooms and service at 9.4, with staff close behind at 9.3 — a strong signal that both the accommodations and the people looking after you are consistently excellent.
  • Prime location for cultural sightseeing — The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando and about 10 minutes from the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum, making it an easy base for art lovers.
  • Comprehensive in-room comforts — Expect air conditioning, a minibar, tea and coffee facilities, free toiletries, and an electric kettle in your room — along with parquet flooring and flat-screen TVs for a comfortable stay.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • No parking on site — The hotel does not mention its own parking, so if you’re driving, you’ll need to look for nearby public options — always best to check ahead.
  • Check-in window is limited — Check-in is only from 15:00 to 23:59. Arriving later than that means you’ll need to make alternative plans for getting into your room.
  • General rating slightly below other scores — While rooms and service rate 9.4, the overall 'General' category sits at 8.5 — still strong, but it suggests the overall experience may not match the highs of the room and staff.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Junior Suite

  • 1 King-size bed

Deluxe King Room

  • 1 King-size bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/-out
  • Express check-in/-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Safe deposit box
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Food & Drink

  • Coffee shop
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge area
  • Special diet menus
  • In-room breakfast
  • Children's buffet

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Sink
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Parquet floor

Health & Leisure

  • Fitness centre
  • Massage
  • Live entertainment

Accessibility

  • Rooms/Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

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Perfect 115 reviews

Guest-rated 9/10 from 115 reviews

Booking.com · 9 · 115 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Madrid

The property sits in Madrid.

Real Academia de Bellas Artes: A 5-minute walk from the hotel, this art academy is home to a notable collection of Spanish paintings and sculptures.

Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza: About 10 minutes on foot, this museum holds one of Europe’s most impressive private art collections, ranging from old masters to modern works.

Royal Palace of Madrid: Approximately a 5-minute drive away, the palace is the official residence of the Spanish royal family and a major tourist attraction.

Calle Zorrilla 19, Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
50 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is until 12:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

The hotel does not list on-site parking. You may need to use nearby public parking facilities.

Does the hotel allow smoking?

No, the hotel is a no-smoking property.

Is breakfast available?

Yes, the hotel offers in-room breakfast, and there is a restaurant on site.

Are pets allowed?

The hotel has not specified a pet policy, so it's best to contact them directly before booking.

The bottom line

For travelers who want to be in the thick of Madrid’s art scene and value high room and service standards, El Autor Hotel delivers. The limited check-in hours and lack of on-site parking are the only real drawbacks.

9A reliable, well-rated choice for a central Madrid city break.

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