Novotel Madrid Center: Beechcraft Baron G58 Full Motion Simulator — Europe’s First Hotel Flight Sim

Flight Simulator Madrid — Full Motion Beechcraft Baron G58 at Novotel Madrid Center

The Novotel Madrid Center has made aviation history by opening Europe’s first flight simulator inside a hotel, bringing a genuinely immersive full motion flight experience to the heart of Madrid’s elegant Salamanca district. The DUO SIM MEG simulator — certified to FAA Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD) standards — is open to hotel guests and members of the public alike, with no prior aviation experience required and sessions available from just €65 for 30 minutes.

This is not a gaming setup or a simplified tourist attraction. The DUO SIM MEG holds full FAA AATD/BATD certification, meaning it meets the same technical standards used for real pilot training devices in the United States — the same certification framework applied to devices used in accredited flight schools worldwide.

The DUO SIM MEG Simulator

The simulator features a two-seat cockpit configured with a Garmin G1000 Multi Engine avionics suite, replicating the flight deck of the Beechcraft Baron G58 — a high-performance twin-engine piston aircraft widely respected in general aviation for its speed, stability, and handling characteristics. The G1000 glass cockpit is fully functional, displaying real navigation, engine, and systems data just as it would in the real aircraft.

Beyond the Baron G58, the simulator also supports single-engine aircraft including the Cessna 172SP, Cessna 182 RG, and the Diamond DA40 — giving participants the option to experience different aircraft types across a single session.

What distinguishes the DUO SIM MEG from fixed-base simulators is its full motion capability. The platform physically moves to replicate the sensations of real flight — the tilt of a banking turn, the push of climb, the drop of descent, turbulence, and the G-forces of demanding manoeuvres. Combined with a 225° panoramic HD visual system and a professional cabin sound system that reproduces exact engine acoustics, the immersion is complete.

Session Options

Sessions begin with a short 5-minute briefing from a professional pilot instructor who remains with you throughout the flight. Two session formats are available: an airport circuit that includes two complete takeoffs and landings for a structured introduction to the aircraft, and a free flight option in which you plan your own route and fly wherever you choose.

Sessions are priced from €65 for 30 minutes and are open to participants aged 10 years and above. No prior experience is required — the simulator is designed to be immediately accessible to complete first-timers while offering enough depth to interest experienced home sim pilots.

A Unique Experience in Europe

The arrival of a certified full motion flight simulator inside a hotel is genuinely without precedent in Europe. The concept responds to the growing demand for immersive, premium experiences in luxury hospitality settings — and in this case delivers something with real aviation substance behind it. Whether you’re visiting Madrid as a tourist, staying at the hotel, or simply looking for a memorable experience in the city, the Novotel Madrid Center flight simulator is one of the most original things to do in the Spanish capital right now.

Plan Your Visit

The simulator is located at Novotel Madrid Center, Calle O’Donnell 53, 28009 Madrid, in the Salamanca district. The hotel is easily accessible by metro — nearest stations are O’Donnell (Line 9) and Manuel Becerra (Lines 2 and 9) — and by bus along Calle O’Donnell. Hotel parking is available on-site. Advance booking is recommended via the hotel’s flight simulator page. No hotel stay is required to use the simulator.