How Axel worksAxel's lowest rate seen for Hotel Principe Pio: $171 a night all in, Feb 26 to Mar 2, 2027. Seen Oct 11.
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3-star hotel · Cuesta San Vicente 14, Madrid
Air conditioning · 24-hour reception · Elevator/lift · Currency exchange · Smoke-free property · Heating · Newspapers · Ticket assistance · Garden · Television in lobby · Fire Extinguisher · Outdoor furniture
Hotels in Madrida comfortable, traditional 3-star opposite the Sabatini Gardens
8.7/10
A strong sightseeing base, with helpful staff and comfort above its three-star billing.
Hotel Príncipe Pío is a traditional 3-star opposite the Sabatini Gardens, and we'd shortlist it for a Madrid sightseeing break. Booking.com and Expedia guests consistently praise the clean rooms, comfortable beds and helpful staff; recent reviews also make breakfast a clear strength. The setting puts the Royal Palace, Plaza de España and Gran Vía within walking reach. Some rooms have palace views, but book that category rather than assuming you'll get one.
The drawbacks are mostly practical rather than dealbreakers. Recent guests on Expedia and Trip.com mention awkward shower controls or fluctuating water temperature, while some find the lifts small and slow. Breakfast isn't included in every booking, and parking and pets carry charges. It's a strong pick for travelers spending their days exploring; we'd look elsewhere if effortless bathroom fittings and full-service luxury matter more than location and value.
Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.
$341 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Double room (full double bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 26 to Nov 2, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12
Sign up free to book this rate$442 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Suite · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 30 to Nov 5, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 16
Sign up free to book this rate$277 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Twin room (twin beds) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 31 to Nov 7, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12
Sign up free to book this rate$264 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Double room (full double bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 1 to Nov 7, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12
Sign up free to book this rate$201 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Twin room (twin beds) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 2 to Nov 3, 2026 · 1 night · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$223 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Twin room (twin beds) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 2 to Nov 4, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$269 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 3 to Nov 4, 2026 · 1 night · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$350 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Triple room · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 4 to Nov 5, 2026 · 1 night · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$478 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Twin room (twin beds) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 14
Sign up free to book this rate$244 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 4 to Dec 7, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15
Sign up free to book this rate$218 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Twin room (twin beds) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 4 to Dec 23, 2026 · 19 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15
Sign up free to book this rate$232 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 5 to Dec 8, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 15
Sign up free to book this rate$189 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Twin room (twin beds) (bed type is subject to availability) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 15 to Dec 21, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 10
Sign up free to book this rate$190 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 20 to Dec 26, 2026 · 6 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$236 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Double room (full double bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 20 to Jan 14, 2027 · 25 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 14
Sign up free to book this rate$196 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 21 to Dec 26, 2026 · 5 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$284 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jan 1 to Jan 2, 2027 · 1 night · 1 adult · Seen Oct 14
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Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jan 16 to Jan 19, 2027 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 14
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Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Feb 13 to Feb 20, 2027 · 7 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 10
Sign up free to book this rate$171 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Twin room (twin beds) (bed type is subject to availability) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Feb 26 to Mar 2, 2027 · 4 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 11
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Twin room (twin beds) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Apr 14 to Apr 20, 2027 · 6 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$229 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Twin room (twin beds) (bed type is subject to availability) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jul 5 to Jul 11, 2027 · 6 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$270 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Twin room (twin beds) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jul 19 to Aug 5, 2027 · 17 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12
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Twin room (twin beds) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jul 28 to Aug 10, 2027 · 13 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
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Axel's lowest rate seen for Hotel Principe Pio: $171 a night all in, Feb 26 to Mar 2, 2027. Seen Oct 11.
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A strong sightseeing base, with helpful staff and comfort above its three-star billing. a comfortable, traditional 3-star opposite the Sabatini Gardens, scored for what it is.
Hotel Príncipe Pío is a traditional 3-star opposite the Sabatini Gardens, and we'd shortlist it for a Madrid sightseeing break. Booking.com and Expedia guests consistently praise the clean rooms, comfortable beds and helpful staff; recent reviews also make breakfast a clear strength. The setting puts the Royal Palace, Plaza de España and Gran Vía within walking reach. Some rooms have palace views, but book that category rather than assuming you'll get one.
The drawbacks are mostly practical rather than dealbreakers. Recent guests on Expedia and Trip.com mention awkward shower controls or fluctuating water temperature, while some find the lifts small and slow. Breakfast isn't included in every booking, and parking and pets carry charges. It's a strong pick for travelers spending their days exploring; we'd look elsewhere if effortless bathroom fittings and full-service luxury matter more than location and value.
Best for: first-time Madrid visitors; couples on sightseeing breaks; travelers prioritizing comfort and value
Watch out for: awkward shower controls in some rooms; small, slow lifts; palace views require the right room category
Location: Opposite the Sabatini Gardens, with the Royal Palace, Plaza de España and Gran Vía walkable.
Rooms: Comfortable beds and refreshed interiors draw praise; views vary by category.
Cleanliness: A consistent strength across Booking.com, Expedia and recent Trip.com feedback.
Service: Helpful reception staff and doormen are repeatedly singled out.
Amenities: Popular breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi, bar/café and 24-hour reception.
Fees and surprises: Check breakfast inclusion; parking and pets cost extra.
Axel's opinion of Hotel Principe Pio, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.
Every stay Axel priced for Hotel Principe Pio within the last 7 days. Each rate is per night: the total for the stay shown, as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same dates and party, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for those dates.
| Stay | Axel rate | Public rate | Difference | Seen | Book |
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| Oct 26 to Nov 2, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult | $341 a night · refundable · Double room (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 30 to Nov 5, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult | $442 a night · non-refundable · Suite | not seen | Seen Oct 16 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 31 to Nov 7, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult | $277 a night · refundable · Twin room (twin beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 1 to Nov 7, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult | $264 a night · refundable · Double room (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 2 to Nov 3, 2026 · 1 night · 1 adult | $201 a night · non-refundable · Twin room (twin beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 2 to Nov 4, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult | $223 a night · non-refundable · Twin room (twin beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 3 to Nov 4, 2026 · 1 night · 1 adult | $269 a night · non-refundable · Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 4 to Nov 5, 2026 · 1 night · 1 adult | $350 a night · non-refundable · Triple room | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult | $478 a night · non-refundable · Twin room (twin beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 14 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 4 to Dec 7, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult | $244 a night · non-refundable · Double room (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 15 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 4 to Dec 23, 2026 · 19 nights · 1 adult | $218 a night · refundable · Twin room (twin beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 15 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 5 to Dec 8, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult | $232 a night · non-refundable · Double room (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 15 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 15 to Dec 21, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult | $189 a night · refundable · Twin room (twin beds) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 10 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 20 to Dec 26, 2026 · 6 nights · 2 adults | $190 a night · refundable · Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 20 to Jan 14, 2027 · 25 nights · 1 adult | $236 a night · refundable · Double room (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 14 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 21 to Dec 26, 2026 · 5 nights · 2 adults | $196 a night · refundable · Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Jan 1 to Jan 2, 2027 · 1 night · 1 adult | $284 a night · non-refundable · Double room (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 14 | Sign up free to book | |
| Jan 16 to Jan 19, 2027 · 3 nights · 1 adult | $182 a night · non-refundable · Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 14 | Sign up free to book | |
| Feb 13 to Feb 20, 2027 · 7 nights · 2 adults | $204 a night · non-refundable · Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 10 | Sign up free to book | |
| Feb 26 to Mar 2, 2027 · 4 nights · 1 adult | $171 a night · non-refundable · Twin room (twin beds) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book | |
| Apr 14 to Apr 20, 2027 · 6 nights · 1 adult | $305 a night · non-refundable · Twin room (twin beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book | |
| Jul 5 to Jul 11, 2027 · 6 nights · 2 adults | $229 a night · non-refundable · Twin room (twin beds) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Jul 19 to Aug 5, 2027 · 17 nights · 1 adult | $270 a night · non-refundable · Twin room (twin beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book | |
| Jul 28 to Aug 10, 2027 · 13 nights · 1 adult | $267 a night · non-refundable · Twin room (twin beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
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