Cálamo Guesthouse
Madrid · Community of Madrid

Cálamo Guesthouse

This guest house in Madrid offers rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi and a 24-hour reception, close to museums, squares and transport stations.

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9.1 Score
1.296 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Area Madrid
Nearby Casa Museo Lope de Vega · 90 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Cálamo Guesthouse

Cálamo Guesthouse is a guest house in Madrid, on Calle Lope de Vega, 90 m from the Casa Museo Lope de Vega. It has four double room categories, accommodating two or three people, and combines compact rooms with larger options, a balcony or a patio. All rooms have a private bathroom and air conditioning; some offer city or inner courtyard views, and several have a seating area and soundproofing.

The accommodation offers free WiFi in the rooms and continental breakfast. Reception is open 24 hours a day, and staff speak Spanish, English, Italian and Romanian. A paid airport shuttle is also available, and there is no parking. You can walk to Plaza de Santa Ana, the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza and other cultural venues in the city centre. Antón Martín metro station is 150 m away, while Puerta de Atocha - Almudena Grandes train station is 900 m away.

Cálamo Guesthouse
★ 9.1 · Wonderful · 1.296 reviews

Plan your stay at Cálamo Guesthouse

This guest house in Madrid offers rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi and a 24-hour reception, close to museums, squares and transport stations.

Room types

Cálamo Guesthouse offers four types of double room, all with a private bathroom and air conditioning. The Economy option, at 10 m², has views of an inner courtyard and a seating area. The Standard, at 20 m², adds a balcony and city views; it can be set up with two single beds. These two options let you choose between a more compact stay and one with your own outdoor space.

The Superior and Double Room with Patio are both 25 m². The Superior accommodates up to three people and combines a double bed, a sofa bed and a seating area. The room with a patio, for two guests, has a patio and views of an inner courtyard. Features found across different categories include soundproofing, a desk and a flat-screen TV. Towels, bed linen and toiletries are among the amenities, while the options differ mainly in size, balcony, patio and capacity.

Economy Double Room — Cálamo Guesthouse
Economy Double Room
10 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Soundproofing

At 10 m², this is the most compact room at Cálamo Guesthouse. It overlooks an inner courtyard and has a seating area, air conditioning and soundproofing. It is an option for two people who prefer a simple stay and a quiet space facing inwards.

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Standard Double Room — Cálamo Guesthouse
Standard Double Room
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • City view

At 20 m², this room offers twice as much space as the Economy Double Room and stands out for its balcony with city views. It has air conditioning and soundproofing, and accommodates two guests. The standard configuration has two single beds, while the balcony is this category's distinctive outdoor feature.

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Superior Double Room — Cálamo Guesthouse
Superior Double Room
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Seating area
  • Soundproofing

This 25 m² room is the only one that can accommodate up to three people. Its double bed and sofa bed are complemented by a seating area, useful for keeping relaxation separate from downtime. It also has air conditioning and soundproofing.

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Double Room with Patio — Cálamo Guesthouse
Double Room with Patio
25 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Patio
  • Inner courtyard view

At 25 m², this room for two people stands out for its patio and views of an inner courtyard. It is the same size as the Superior Double Room, but offers a private outdoor space instead of a sofa bed. It includes air conditioning and a seating area.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in central Madrid, close to museums and squares such as Plaza de Santa Ana
  • you find it useful to have a metro station 150 m away and Atocha 900 m away
  • you want a private bathroom, air conditioning and free WiFi in your room
  • you are travelling as a couple and prefer to choose between rooms measuring 10, 20 or 25 m²
  • you need a 24-hour reception and staff who speak Spanish, English, Italian or Romanian

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking, as there is no parking available
  • you have difficulty climbing stairs, as the upper floors are accessible by stairs only
  • you are travelling with more than three people and want to stay together in one room, which can accommodate a maximum of three
  • you want an airport shuttle included, as the available service is paid

Hotel facilities & services

Cálamo Guesthouse brings together practical services for a stay in central Madrid. Free WiFi is available in the rooms, along with air conditioning; reception is open 24 hours a day and offers concierge service, luggage storage and tourist information. Daily housekeeping and private check-in and check-out complete the day-to-day services. A paid airport shuttle is also available.

Facilities include vending machines for snacks and drinks, outdoor furniture, and fax and photocopying services. Wine and champagne are available, and rooms have a TV, internet access, a fridge, a desk and a seating area. Amenities include a private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, hairdryer, towels and bed linen. The accommodation has soundproofed rooms and hypoallergenic products. The upper floors are accessible by stairs only, something to bear in mind when choosing your stay.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tourist information
  • Shower
  • Luggage storage

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private check-in / check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour reception
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Fax / photocopier
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Food & drink

  • Wine / champagne

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Fridge
  • Clothes rack
  • Seating area
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Cálamo Guesthouse is on Calle Lope de Vega, in Madrid's Centro district, an area known for its streets and cultural venues. Casa Museo Lope de Vega is 90 m away and the Convento de las Trinitarias Descalzas is 70 m away. Plaza de Santa Ana, a landmark for exploring this part of the city on foot, is 200 m away. Antón Martín metro station is also nearby, at 150 m.

For train travel, Puerta de Atocha - Almudena Grandes station is 900 m away; Embajadores is 1 km away. Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 10 km away. Sevilla metro station is 450 m from the accommodation. A paid airport shuttle is available, but there is no on-site parking. These connections make it easy to plan journeys around Madrid by public transport and connect with other parts of the city.

You can start your cultural visit at the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, 350 m away, and continue to Prado Museum, 500 m away, or the Real Jardín Botánico de Madrid, 550 m away. Puerta del Sol is 550 m away and Plaza Mayor is 750 m away. For a walk outdoors, Parque del Buen Retiro is 1.2 km away. Further on, the Palacio Real de Madrid is 1.3 km away. The area lets you combine museums, squares and gardens on foot, then return to the neighbourhood at the end of the day.

Casa Museo Lope de Vega — House associated with the Golden Age writer and his life in Madrid. 90 m
Casa de Cervantes — A nearby museum dedicated to the memory of the writer Miguel de Cervantes. 60 m
Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza — A collection of European paintings featuring works from different periods and schools. 350 m
Santa Ana Square — A central square surrounded by theatres, terraces and historic buildings. 200 m
Royal Botanical Garden of Madrid — Historic garden with plant collections beside the Paseo del Prado. 550 m
Puerta del Sol — An iconic square and meeting point in central Madrid. 550 m

What guests say about Cálamo Guesthouse

9.1
Wonderful · 1.296 reviews
Staff
9.8
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.7
Cleanliness
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Value for money
9.0
Free Wi-Fi
9.4

Guests particularly appreciate the staff, who receive a very high score, and are also pleased with the cleanliness and comfort. The facilities and value for money receive good ratings, while the WiFi connection earns a solid score.

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