In a chic neighborhood near the trendy Malasaña and Chueca districts, the Urso Hotel & Spa has the neoclassical elegance of its previous existence as an early 20th century palace. The 78 rooms and suites are light and airy with marble bathrooms and pillow chocolates. The Natura Bissé spa, a soothing urban spa, is full-service with special treats like magnetic mud with diamond dust and a 23-foot (7 meter) hydromassage pool. The Calle Fuencarral boutiques are close by and new Barceló market complex across the street. The hotel is a couple of Metro stops or a 20-minute walk to more touristy parts of town.