Settled just north of the city centre, the Sunotel Amaral sits at a little distance from the pockets of medieval buildings and winding alleys at Madrid’s heart, but within easy reach of Real Madrid’s famous stadium. Late lunches, late suppers, and late parties characterise the life of the Madrileños, who move from cafes and terrazas to discos and tascas in a laidback blur. The city is richer in art than in postcardworthy monuments, with the Museo del Prado home to one of the world’s oldest and most extensive art collections, ranging from early Flemish works to those of Goya and El Greco. Escape to Madrid with today’s Groupon from Sunotel Amaral with Olympia Viaggi. Choose from the following options Stay for two In a standard double room with breakfast and welcome drink • €59 for a one night stay Up to 44% off • €119 for a two night stay Up to 44% off • €149 for a three night stay Up to 53% off • €219 for a four night stay Up to 47% off The Hotel Built to modern standards and glowing beneath its three stars, the Sunotel Amaral provides comfortable respite from the hot press of central Madrid. Each of the rooms is air conditioned and equipped with satellite TV, minibar, safe, and WiFi. Guests can unwind in the garden solarium or outdoor pool, and can look forward to the opulent spread of a buffet breakfast each morning. Groupon Recommends One of Madrid’s most famous modern sights, Real Madrid’s Bernabeu stadium, lies within a 20minute walk from the hotel. Book in and tour the monolith, or simply admire the structure from the exterior. For a look at old Madrid, hop on the underground to Sol and explore the winding streets, before heading south to Atocha station and the Paseo del Prado, one of Madrid’s main boulevards and home to the ‘golden triangle of art’. The Reina Sofia, with Picasso’s famous Guernica, and the Prado, home to one of the world’s finest treasure troves of European art, are both a tenminute walk away. The triangle is completed by ThyssenBornemisza Museum, which hosts a wealth of 20th century masterpieces. The Stay • Standard double room with en suite bathroom • Room with safe, hairdryer, air conditioning, and Free WiFi • Welcome drink on arrival • Buffet breakfast each morning Transport Flights Lowcost airlines operate direct flights to Madrid from Dublin airport. Airport Trains, buses, and taxis shuttle passengers swiftly and efficiently from the airport to the city centre in under 30 minutes. Car hire A number of operators are available at the airport. Top Tip For a bohemian take on Madrid head to the cafescumgalleries in the bustling Malasaña and Lavapies neighbourhoods. These areas can be found a short stroll from the Tribunal and Lavapiés Metro stations respectively. Reviews TripAdvisors rate the Sunotel Amaral Madrid a comfortable 3.5/5 rating. Reviewers were mostly in favour of the hotel’s location away from the city centre but very wellconnected. They also agreed the Sunotel was good value for their money. Whilst it is situated outside of the centre, there are good bars and restaurants close by and Tetuan station 5mins walk will take you straight through to Sol and a taxi back isn’t too expensive should you be out late at night. Reception staff are always helpful and breakfast is what would be expected of a hotel of this standard. – baparella, TripAdvisor, Apr 2012 The reception staff were very friendly and welcoming.The room was an adequate size, very clean and kitted out in a modern style. I really appreciated the hairdryer which saved me from packing mine and shower was powerful with plenty sic hot water. – Travelling_Gem, TripAdvisor, Mar 2012