El Pontifical is a 17th-century historic hotel where time slows down. Set within a building rich in character and history, it offers a calm and authentic experience for guests who value tranquility, heritage, and thoughtful details. Our restaurant embraces honest, carefully crafted cuisine, inspired by quality ingredients and the pleasure of sharing a table without hurry. Every stay and every meal at El Pontifical is an invitation to enjoy the present moment, surrounded by warmth, serenity, and a true sense of place. Our location is only 40 minutes from Madrid and 30 minutes from Barajas Airport, while Alcalá de Henares is just 20 minutes away. The rooms in El Pontifical have wooden floors, beamed ceilings and brick walls. All have air conditioning, TV and modern, private bathrooms. Children under 10 stay for free when using existing bedding. El Pontifical has a restaurant offering traditional dishes from the area. Guests can also dine outside on the terrace. There is also a bar.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Bar
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Restaurants
- CuisineMediterranean • Spanish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional • Romantic
Amenities of El Pontifical
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Bar
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.





The fine print
Guests arriving after 20:00 are kindly requested to inform the hotel of their estimated time of arrival. This can be noted in the Comments Box during booking or by contacting the hotel in advance using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that restaurant closes weekly on Monday, Tuesday as well as Sunday nights.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform El Pontifical of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
License number: RM10069