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7 Islas Hotel, Madrid

Relax from Madrid's bustle at this light, airy, stylish hotel with an art gallery and signature craft beer and cocktails

Overview

A boutique hotel and art gallery in one, you'll be surrounded by creativity at 7 Islas, as the local Kikekeller's studio designed the entire property. The hotel owner is from the Canary Islands, and you'll find relaxed vibes in the rooms, with light wood and bright whites mixed with dark elements and unique decor. Enjoy breakfast in a casual dining area or sit at the lobby bar for drinks and light meals. 

Pros
  • You'll feel like a local in this super-cool and artsy space right in the heart of Malasaña, a vibrant, hip neighborhood.
  • The lobby doubles as an art gallery, and Kikekeller's studio designed the hotel and its rooms.
  • The hotel's charming dining area is where you'll enjoy breakfast, complete with a serene staircase overflowing with plants and a fountain.
  • The lobby houses a small craft cocktail and gastro bar open for all meals.
  • To help you experience the city like a visitor (rather than a tourist), the hotel provides a neighborhood guide with some of the best locally owned shops and eateries. 
  • The penthouse room has its own private terrace.
Cons
  • The hotel's minimalist, industrial feel might not appeal to everyone. 

Kimkim's Take

Ash
Ash Merscher kimkim staff
Based on kimkim staff visit, June 2022 (Learn more)

Authenticity

7 Islas doubles as an art gallery, as you'll find exhibitions on the ground floor and rooms designed by the local Kikekeller's studio. As a result, you get a blend of trendy modern art and serene spaces. And if you've ever been to the Canary Islands, you might notice some island inspiration, as the family that owns the hotel is from Lanzarote. 

Location

You'll find 7 Islas in the hip Malasaña district, a historic neighborhood with locally owned coffee shops, vintage clothing stores, artisan shops, bakeries, tapas bars, and restaurants. Since the hotel is only two blocks from Gran Vía, you can easily stroll to famous sites, such as the Royal Palace, Puerta del Sol, and El Retiro Park.

Rooms & Bathrooms

Overall, the rooms have a relaxed, calming vibe, mixing light wood and bright whites with the occasional dark furnishing or decor. Bathrooms are clean and spacious with amenities from the natural brand Malin + Goetz. The standard option (called Easy Rooms) is a bit small, so upgrade to a deluxe room for more space. Or, you can opt for the penthouse room, which features a private terrace with sun loungers.

Other Highlights

You'll enjoy a breakfast buffet in the downstairs dining area, which you'll reach via a leafy staircase complete with a fountain. There's plenty of space in the lobby to relax and peruse the art or sip a cocktail around the indoor fire pits. And when you need a snack or drink, head to the lobby bar.

Hotel Information

4-star Hotel
+34 915 23 46 88
Calle de Valverde, 14
Free wifi

Traveler Reviews

24 total ratings, 18 with reviews
4.7 out of 5
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
4.6
Location
4.6
Staff
4.8
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.8
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Pamela M.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 31, 2023
Clean, quiet and great location. We did eat in the restaurant in evening and it was tasty. Read more

Clean, quiet and great location. We did eat in the restaurant in evening and it was tasty.

Authenticity & Character
Very clean and quiet. A modern, minimalist decor.
Location
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Stayed in October 2023
Norma
Norma M.
West Babylon, NY | Reviewed on Oct 08, 2023
Hotel was at a great location almost right on Gan Via and near many attractions. Breakfast was very good! Read more

Hotel was at a great location almost right on Gan Via and near many attractions. Breakfast was very good!

Authenticity & Character
Very contemporary looking hotel! Breakfast was excellent, lots of variety!
Location
Near most attractions and across from a conveniently located market.
Staff
Everyone at the front desk and at breakfast was very helpful and personable.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were amazingly comfortable! Bathroom was spotless!
Stayed in September 2023
Raj
Raj K.
| Reviewed on Aug 02, 2023
Nice hotel - rooms are good size and comfortable.
Breakfast was good. Location is excellent.
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Nice hotel - rooms are good size and comfortable.
Breakfast was good. Location is excellent.

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Stayed in July 2023
Kathy
Kathy F.
High Point, NC | Reviewed on Jun 28, 2023
The hotel in Madrid was wonderful. The staff, rooms, food, and bar were all great. Read more

The hotel in Madrid was wonderful. The staff, rooms, food, and bar were all great.

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Stayed in June 2023
kathy
kathy s.
Kamas, UT | Reviewed on Jun 05, 2023
Clean, comfortable room, nice breakfast, good location. Not a fancy, big city hotel and no view. Read more

Clean, comfortable room, nice breakfast, good location. Not a fancy, big city hotel and no view.

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Stayed in May 2023
K
Kendyl Y.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on May 30, 2023
Excellent and welcoming staff and an amazing location that is close to everything yet still quiet and intimate. We loved this hotel and highly recommend it it!! Read more

Excellent and welcoming staff and an amazing location that is close to everything yet still quiet and intimate. We loved this hotel and highly recommend it it!!

Authenticity & Character
Nothing. This has lots of authenticity and unique personality, but it isn’t (and shouldn’t be) a old world Spanish hotel
Location
It is just enough off the Main Street to be quiet yet still very convenient
Staff
They were warm and had great suggestions.
Cleanliness & Comfort
So clean!! Well designed room. Our only complaint- we had to sign into the Wi-Fi every single time, and sometimes even multiple times during a session.
Stayed in May 2023
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Jan D.
North Port, FL | Reviewed on May 04, 2023
Bathroom was very small. Old fashioned high tub, hard to get in and out of at my age.
Breakfast was good each morning.
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Bathroom was very small. Old fashioned high tub, hard to get in and out of at my age.
Breakfast was good each morning.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Good location near attractions
Staff
Staff was great. Friendly and efficient
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bathroom tiny
Stayed in April 2023
Joey
Joey R.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Apr 24, 2023
Nice modern hotel. The best aspect of this hotel was the location and in-hotel restaurant. So close to local shopping and restaurants. Read more

Nice modern hotel. The best aspect of this hotel was the location and in-hotel restaurant. So close to local shopping and restaurants.

Authenticity & Character
More modern than "boutique" authenticity
Location
Walking distance to all of the restaurants and museums we visited.
Staff
Friendly, especially in the breakfast area.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in April 2023
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Alyssa K.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Mar 14, 2023
Wonderful hotel. The room was clean, comfortable, and stylish. The bathroom included a great selection of soaps and hair products. Breakfast was delicious and included! Good proximity to the center of Madrid and numerous restaurants, bars, and attractions were within walking distance. Read more

Wonderful hotel. The room was clean, comfortable, and stylish. The bathroom included a great selection of soaps and hair products. Breakfast was delicious and included! Good proximity to the center of Madrid and numerous restaurants, bars, and attractions were within walking distance.

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Stayed in March 2022
Helen
Helen L.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Feb 27, 2023
The breakfast that was included was amazing! Read more

The breakfast that was included was amazing!

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Stayed in August 2022