Best Hostels in Madrid

Generator Madrid

Nestled in a historical 1930s structure by the Gran Via, this Madrid hostel blends history with modern design. A minute from the metro, it's your gateway to explore the city's cultural gems. From cozy dorms to private rooms, it caters to every traveler's needs. Relish in amenities like a trendy cafe/bar and a panoramic rooftop terrace, making it a prime spot for adventurers seeking a blend of comfort and style.

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LATROUPE Prado Hostel

Set on a tree-lined street, this casual hostel is a 2-minute walk from Atocha railway station, 11 minutes on foot from the Prado Museum and 2 km from the Royal Palace of Madrid. Informal mixed-gender and female-only dorms offer bunk beds, lockers and Wi-Fi, plus shared bathrooms. Private rooms add en suite facilities; some feature balconies. Amenities include a communal lounge and a casual restaurant with exposed-brick walls. There's also a bar offering regular live music and karaoke.

The Hat Madrid

Within a 4-minute walk of both Plaza Mayor and the Tirso de Molina metro station, this trendy hostel in a traditional townhouse is also 10 minutes on foot from the Royal Palace of Madrid. Casual mixed-sex and all-female dorms feature pine wood furnishings and quirky decor, plus smart TVs, Wi-Fi and air conditioning; some have bunk beds. They also come with either private or shared bathrooms. Private rooms provide balconies. Breakfast is provided. There's a rooftop terrace bar.

Toc Hostel Madrid

In a traditional downtown apartment building, this hip hostel is a 3-minute walk from Puerta del Sol metro station and 4 minutes from stately Plaza Mayor square. Bright, artsy mixed-sex and female-only dorms come with free Wi-Fi, shared bathrooms, bunk beds and lockers. Private rooms add flat-screen TVs and desks, as well as en suite facilities. Kids are welcome in private rooms. In addition to a retro-themed bar and a relaxed eatery, amenities include a communal kitchen, a library, a TV room and a pool table. There's also an on-site convenience/snack store.

Hotel Atlántico

Set along bustling Gran Vía, this genteel hotel with an ornate exterior is a 1-minute walk from Callao metro station, a 10-minute walk from the Palacio Real de Madrid and 2 km from the Museo Nacional del Prado. The refined rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars. Upgraded rooms add sitting areas. Children age 6 and under stay at no charge in a parent's room. A rooftop terrace features a bar and city views. There's also an elegant lobby lounge and a casual cafe/bar, plus a business center. A breakfast buffet is available for a fee.