"Super-tall chairs, a glass-lined bar, and Papua New Guinean statues all grace the lobby of Hotel Urban, and you can't help but notice them as you stroll from Puerta del Sol to the Prado. If those alone don’t catch your attention, the modern and cultural art throughout the hotel certainly will. Guest rooms have stark lines, minimalist decor mingle, art from the Far East, teak wood and leather furniture, and polished hardwood floors. The glass-walled bathrooms may be a bit too hedonistic for some travelers; luckily, there are privacy shades. CEBO, the Michelin-starred restaurant in the lobby, serves dishes like baby octopus with marine vegetables, duck goulash, and “salmoretta” rice from Alicante. At Glass Mar, a light and airy restaurant facing the street, a seafood menu pairs well with colorful cocktails. There's also a lively rooftop bar. This is an edgy address in a great location." - Ramsey Qubein
