The Catalonia Moratin hotel, which opened its doors in August 2002, is conveniently situated near the famous Golden Triangle (the Prado Museum, the Thyssen Bornemisza Museum and the Reina Sofia Museum), adjacent to the historic nucleus of the city which includes the Puerta del Sol and the Plaza Mayor. It is only a few metres away from the Plaza Santa Ana, known to be one of the best places for tapas nationwide, and close to the most popular theatres in town. The hotel building, part of the historic heritage of the city of Madrid, has kept some of its most representative, original features, such as the classical facade dating from the 18th century, the main wooden stairs and the entrance hall, which is decorated in a classical style with a genuine coffered ceiling. One of the main features of the building is its interior patio, a typical Madrid-style""corrala"" adorned with wrought iron bars and embellished with flowers. The hotel has 63 rooms with a full marble bathroom, all equipped with the latest amenities and conveniences in a perfect blend of traditional decoration and modern, functional settings to provide clients with the ultimate comfort. Guests have the following facilities at their disposal: a library room, a bar/cafeteria, a conference room with natural light, and a first-class restaurant in a modern setting combined with a sumptuous, classical interior.
