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Hostal Ballesta

2.0 star property
Hostal with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Gran Via

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Interior
Property entrance
Interior
Superior Double Room | Terrace/patio
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SARĀ 332
SARĀ 366 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

Room options

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Calle Ballesta 5, Madrid, Madrid, 28004

What's nearby

  • Gran Via - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Puerta del Sol - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Plaza Mayor - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Royal Palace of Madrid - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Prado Museum - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Gran Via Station - 3 min walk
  • Madrid Recoletos Station - 17 min walk
  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖStarbucks - ā€¬2 min walk
  • ā€ŖBoyberry Madrid - ā€¬2 min walk
  • ā€ŖCafĆ© de la Luz - ā€¬2 min walk
  • ā€ŖPans & Company - ā€¬2 min walk
  • ā€ŖLe Tavernier Gran VĆ­a - ā€¬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 grocery shopping service and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
  • Multilingual staff, a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Hostal Ballesta have thoughtful touches such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/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.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 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

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per person (roundtrip)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using 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?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hostal Ballesta?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hostal Ballesta?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Hostal Ballesta provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 60 per person applies.

Where is Hostal Ballesta located?

Located in Madrid Centro, this hostal is within a 10-minute walk of Gran Via, Puerta del Sol, and Plaza de EspaƱa - Princesa. Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace of Madrid are also within 15 minutes. Gran Via Station and Callao Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Hostal Ballesta Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 885 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 885 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 885 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 885 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 885 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a convenient location. Place is clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dinu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nothing fancy, just a pleasant, clean place, very good for short stays. Location is excellent and the staff are helpful and kind.The thin walls are a minus.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its a nice clean place to stay the staff is very friendly and helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariapaula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent location and staff. would definitely be staying there again next time I am back
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, even had a balcony in my room, has a lift nice hostel
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very well located property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has a great location and the rooms are excellent in price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kiyomi

Liked: Cleanliness
The location is excellent and the bathroom is very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly, clean place, elevator was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and easy walking distance to the Gran Via. The staff were all friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

predrag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A pure glob trotter gem. Staff super helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near to the Gran Via.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was in great condition and clean
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Good
It was in a good central location and very good price. The bed was comfortable and the noise at night was very low. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very well located near the city center. Street is a a bit sketchy but safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Carina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location. Small But clean and ok roms. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean, the people were friendly, and it is located in a cool part of Madrid with lots of bars and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rashmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to Grand Via. True to the description on expedia
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great start to Spain
Was a pleasant experience. Excellent location. Walking distance to great dining and a shoppers delight particularly for high end stores.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well-located and had everything we needed for a short stay. Bed was comfortable and the room was spotless.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Confortable and very clean
The hotel is in a great location. Very clean and confortable. I will come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Near center gran via and puerta del sol
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Renato

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The Hotel is a bit outdated, but is perfectly located!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sex workers around the Hostal.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024