Gran Via gives 5th Avenue & Champ De Elysees vibes to those that enjoy luxury shopping and…read moreexperiences. Here are iconic buildings, luxurious hotels, like the H10 Villa de la Reina, restaurants, & stylish people at every turn. There are luscious, green parks, easy access to public transportation, and beautiful roundabouts in this part of the Madrid. Restaurant workers desperately tried to entice us to enjoy the menu of the day. Their reputations are overpriced & underwhelming, to say the least.
Instead we supported local eateries on quieter streets for a better experience. Our hotel is in this section of Madrid near Rolex, Four Seasons, Cartier, Valentino ...