Title: Hostal Ballesta Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=2521088&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hostal Ballesta Travelers find convenience and helpful service near Madrid's Puerta del Sol, with Plaza Mayor just a short walk away from this centrally located hostel ## Photo gallery for Hostal Ballesta ![Superior Double Room | Terrace/patio - Hostal Ballesta (Madrid)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/7ff4cdb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Hostal Ballesta (Madrid)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/3e94a858.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hostal Ballesta (Madrid)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/f999f82e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV - Hostal Ballesta (Madrid)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/f603b92a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hostal Ballesta (Madrid)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/d2ccfa7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hostal Ballesta offers a welcoming base in Madrid's center. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, and staff can arrange tours or babysitting. Practical amenities include express check-in, a front-desk safe, and an airport shuttle service for transportation to and from the airport. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk £47 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=2521088&PinnedHotelID=2521088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Room ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/eeb7711a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 9.0 Wonderful 55 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Satellite channels Daily housekeeping Desk - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Single Room ![Single Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/89aa8241.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room 9.0 Wonderful 27 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Satellite channels Daily housekeeping Desk - 86 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Single Bed ### View all photos for Family Triple Room ![Family Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/e9530202.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Triple Room 9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Satellite channels Daily housekeeping Desk - 182 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2530000/2521100/2521088/6ce6d8cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 8.6 Excellent 15 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Satellite channels Daily housekeeping - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMadrid-Hotels-Hostal-Ballesta.h2521088.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMadrid-Hotels-Hostal-Ballesta.h2521088.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Madrid Centro, a neighbourhood in Madrid, Hostal Ballesta is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Royal Palace of Madrid and Puerta de Alcalá are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and Madrid Zoo Aquarium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Bernabéu Stadium or Movistar Arena. [Visit our Madrid travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid.dx178281) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.42132%2C-3.70352&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zqSQl6hT2wTthrs8moOgOn87uOc=) Calle Ballesta 5, Madrid, Madrid, 28004 ### What's nearby - ![Gran Via which includes heritage architecture, night scenes and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6221074/3c4d20dd-d984-4ef4-9f07-d7e411b8f3bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gran Via 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Plaza de Callao](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161236/1d7f69f3-fb00-4c06-b09c-afdc2fe06a7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Plaza de Callao 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Plaza de Espana which includes a city, a monument and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047907/8c58e7f2-4185-4c0e-bc43-50671e665701.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Plaza de España - Princesa 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Puerta del Sol which includes a city and a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6282935/7377ba48-f47b-4153-b3a9-690076a05d0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Puerta del Sol 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Plaza Mayor featuring an administrative building, a monument and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508457/0450e57c-844a-409a-9603-05f040c90dfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Plaza Mayor 10 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Gran Via Station 3 min walk - Madrid Recoletos Station 17 min walk - Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas) 31 min drive ### Restaurants - La Pescadería 2 min walk - La Panera Rosa 3 min walk - EatMyTrip Gran Via | Brunch Madrid 2 min walk - Zenith Brunch & Cocktails 1 min walk - Le Tavernier Gran Vía 3 min walk ## About this property ### Hostal Ballesta Hostal near Gran Via A short walk from Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, Hostal Ballesta provides a free food/drink shopping service and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in - Babysitting (surcharge), smoke-free property and free newspapers - Multilingual staff, a TV in reception and a front desk safe - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location Room features All guest rooms at Hostal Ballesta boast perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property. 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Free grocery shopping service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 1 building - 4 floors - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop-compatible safe - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in and check-out are available Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per person (return) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Ballesta Madrid Hostal Ballesta Hostal Ballesta Hostel Hostal Ballesta Hostel Madrid Hostal Ballesta Madrid Hostal Ballesta Hotel Madrid Hostal Ballesta Hotel Madrid Hostal Ballesta Hostal Hostal Ballesta Madrid Hostal Ballesta Hostal Madrid ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hostal Ballesta pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Hostal Ballesta? ### What time is check-in at Hostal Ballesta? ### What time is check-out at Hostal Ballesta? ### Does Hostal Ballesta provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Hostal Ballesta located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hostal Ballesta Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.2 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 569 8 - Good 307 6 - Okay 83 4 - Poor 33 2 - Terrible 11 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Avneesh 4 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Had a wonderful stay . Very good and accessible location. ##### Avneesh Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Borys 19 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location, clean rooms, nice staff. ##### Borys Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nurcan 18 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Location is perfect, the room is OK, bed is comfy. ##### Nurcan Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Vivian 17 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 24 hr front desk, very clean accommodations, tiny shower, pillows could be softer (but I’m very picky about that). Overall wonderful stay. Great location!! ##### Vivian Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nora 23 Oct 2025 Liked: Amenities Boutique type hotel Very convenient to restaurants and shopping ##### Nora Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil 16 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This is a nice hotel in a very good central location. The room was clean and comfortable, and it is very good value for money. Would certainly stay there again ##### Neil Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul J. 8 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Excellent location downtown Madrid ##### Paul J. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard 14 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I’ve stayed here a few times now. Good sized beds for a single room, comfortable, nice bathroom. Good price to quality ratio. ##### Richard Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lizza 22 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Friendly and helpful staffs ##### Lizza Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy 26 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room stayed cold during my stay. Other than that the property was good and the staff was great. ##### Wendy Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ady 6 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was clean and spacious, great service from the staff. One of the best hostels experiences in Madrid so far. Highly recommended. ##### Ady Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jessica 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities In great location. Was comfortable and staff were lovely ##### Jessica Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carlos 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent location ##### Carlos Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Walter 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Fenomenal location. ##### Walter Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin 22 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice hotel close to Grand Via and Sol Metro station. Good food options nearby. Spotlessly clean. ##### Kevin Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jaime 7 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities The room was okay...but the heating was off. It was a bit cold but heavy blankets was provided. But location is perfect Staff was very friendly and efficient. I will go back again. ##### Jaime Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Philip 14 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A very good location close to everything. The room was a bit small, but as advertised. ##### Philip Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ariam 20 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Its my second time here, now with renewed room. The staff is kind and ready to help you. Location is everything when you stays in big cities and Ballesta is at the right place. Thanks again guys. ##### Ariam Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marijuly 18 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Close to Gran Via. 24 hour reception was a big plus. Safe place to stay. Environment was quiet and we did not experience noise at night. ##### Marijuly Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon 17 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location; very walkable and subway station is close by. It's not too close to the big street and seems to be in the more residential area, so it gets quiet at night. it was spacious and clean. I'd stay here again! ##### Shannon Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nestor 8 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, confortable, local. Our room was missing the bathroom door for privacy. Besides that the hotel was very local for activities, stores and restaurants. ##### Nestor Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liqian 17 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, walking distances to many tourist attractions ##### Liqian Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jitka 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very cute and chic hotel very close to all Granada attractions, shopping and restaurants. Staff was friendly and helped organize transportation. Roof top pool was great for a dip after hours at the Alhambra in 98\* heat. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a5e286a8-b566-4d9f-8ad0-80bb66629962-1758464129718.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Hotel restaurant and lounge](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/df91bb1d-4e52-4208-972b-ea859974827a-1758464130253.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3e6b3739-27db-47a4-9b95-23f9322ae9b7-1758464129468.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jitka Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tomas 24 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice room for solo traveler , close to everything , very clean room. ##### Tomas Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### marco 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really clean room the position is amazing stuff perfect ##### marco Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Social Hub Madrid 4 star](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-The-Social-Hub-Madrid-4.h78393913.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Hotel Madrid City Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Leonardo-Hotel-Madrid-City-Center.h523265.Hotel-Information) > > [Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Mandarin-Oriental-Ritz.h26286.Hotel-Information) > > [Only YOU Hotel Atocha](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Only-YOU-Hotel-Atocha.h14725875.Hotel-Information) > > [Hard Rock Hotel Madrid](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Hard-Rock-Hotel-Madrid.h66906927.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Acta Piramides](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Madrid-Piramides.h562121.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Boutique Hotel Madrid](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Leonardo-Boutique-Hotel-Madrid.h523272.Hotel-Information) > > [Crisol Vía Castellana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Hotel-Via-Castellana.h7531.Hotel-Information) > > [Apartosuites Jardines de Sabatini](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Apartosuites-Jardines-De-Sabatini.h1276024.Hotel-Information) > > [ICON Wipton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-ICON-Wipton.h1406689.Hotel-Information) > > [Plaza de España Skyline](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Be-Mate-Plaza-De-Espana.h22240886.Hotel-Information) > > [Pierre & Vacances Apartamentos Edificio Eurobuilding 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Pierre-Vacances-Apartamentos-Edificio-Eurobuilding-2.h68712.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Madrid Cuzco](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-The-Westin-Madrid-Cuzco.h21276.Hotel-Information) > > [Zleep Hotel Madrid Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Zleep-Hotel-Madrid-Airport.h83323148.Hotel-Information) > > [Bless Hotel Madrid, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Bless-Hotel-Madrid.h865586.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Sercotel Alcalá 611](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Hotel-Sercotel-Alcala-611.h890642.Hotel-Information) > > [NYX Hotel Madrid by Leonardo Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-NYX-Hotel-Madrid-By-Leonardo-Hotels.h16063.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel la Princesa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Hotel-Sercotel-La-Princesa.h992505.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Puerta América](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Hotel-Puerta-America.h1199013.Hotel-Information) > > [Residencia Universitaria Resa Claudio Coello - Campus Accomodation](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Residencia-Universitaria-Claudio-Coello.h32493369.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Hotel MADRID Carabanchel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-BB-HOTEL-MADRID-Carabanchel.h109587491.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Zentral Castellana Norte](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Occidental-Castellana-Norte.h1845920.Hotel-Information) > > [INNSiDE by Meliá Madrid Valdebebas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Innside-Madrid-Valdebebas.h103911115.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Nido Príncipe Pío](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Hotel-Nido-Principe-Pio.h111653500.Hotel-Information) > > [The Social Hub Madrid](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-The-Social-Hub-Madrid.h78374904.Hotel-Information) > > [Bob W Madrid Atocha](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Bob-W.h83643011.Hotel-Information) > > [Infanta Mercedes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Hotel-Infanta-Mercedes.h545767.Hotel-Information) > > [Latroupe Prado](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Latroupe-Madrid.h92166187.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Maydrit Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Madrid-Hotels-Hotel-Maydrit-Airport.h2206360.Hotel-Information) ---