Located in Plaza del Carmen, between Gran Vía and Puerta del Sol, the Thompson Madrid hotel embodies contemporary luxury as an urban, emotional and sophisticated experience. Supuso el aterrizaje de la cadena Hyatt en la ciudad y el primer establecimiento de la marca Thompson fuera de Estados Unidos, abriendo camino a una visión pionera del lifestyle hotelero en la capital. El proyecto, con una superficie superior a los 20.000 m², integra hotel, espacios comerciales y una propuesta de restauración, y cuenta con 176 habitaciones, de las cuales 24 son suites, combinando un diseño cuidado con una ubicación privilegiada en el corazón de Madrid.

The brief presented a highly complex architectural and urban challenge: to resolve the zoning and continuity of the façades, align the vertical circulation cores, and organise the flow of guests, staff and services in order to create a unified and coherent building.

Taking a holistic approach that brings together architecture, interior design and design, the Thompson Hotel is conceived as an urban fabric that engages with Madrid, taking the form of a permeable, vibrant and authentic space. Through architecture and design, the various building elements are woven together via a sequence of spaces that organises the flow of movement and provides continuity, whilst the building envelopes channel natural light from the courtyards into the interiors. Two courtyards form the backbone of the standard floor plans, ensuring cross-ventilation, natural light and a clear layout. On the upper floors, the recessed sections create terraces, a swimming pool and a restaurant with views, maintaining the urban scale and offering guests a city experience from above.

The project is rooted in a simple, honest aesthetic. The construction project prompted a deliberate search for local suppliers, which was seen as a creative opportunity. La piedra, procedente de canteras cercanas, se trabajó con distintos grados de textura para evidenciar la huella del tiempo y del artesano; la madera se mostró con sus vetas y catedrales visibles, y los metales, elegidos por su autenticidad, aportaron densidad y carácter.

In this regard, interior design is conceived in tandem with architecture, defined by an aesthetic stripped of superfluous embellishments in order to create serene atmospheres. The user experience is shaped by proportion, texture and light, enhanced by bespoke pieces crafted by artisans who ensure visual continuity. This narrative is enhanced by a selection of furniture by renowned designers, which blends seamlessly into the space, complementing the project’s identity.

The result is a hotel that exudes character and authenticity, deeply urban yet timeless, which elevates the travel experience.