CASA Y FONDA 1888
Alcalá de Henares · Community of Madrid

CASA Y FONDA 1888

This guest house in Alcalá de Henares offers a restaurant, bar and rooms with city views, 80 m from Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso.

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8.8 Score
576 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Nearby Monument to Cervantes · 40 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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CASA Y FONDA 1888

CASA Y FONDA 1888 is a guest house in Alcalá de Henares, on Plaza de Cervantes and 80 m from Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso. Its location places it in the historic centre, surrounded by sites connected with the University of Alcalá and the history of Cervantes.

The rooms, for up to two guests, have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Options include double rooms with city views, rooms with a balcony, one room overlooking an interior courtyard and a category adapted for guests with reduced mobility. The 20 m² Family Junior Suite also has a sofa bed. The property has a restaurant, bar, 24-hour reception and room service. Breakfast is available à la carte or continental; there is also a sun terrace and free WiFi in the rooms. Private parking is nearby and incurs a daily charge. With museums, university courtyards and monuments close by, it is a practical base for exploring the historic centre on foot.

CASA Y FONDA 1888
★ 8.8 · Fabulous · 576 reviews

Plan your stay at CASA Y FONDA 1888

This guest house in Alcalá de Henares offers a restaurant, bar and rooms with city views, 80 m from Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso.

Room types

CASA Y FONDA 1888 has six room categories, all with a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The double rooms range from 15 to 16 m² and accommodate two people; depending on the category, they may have city views or views of a landmark, a balcony or a view of an interior courtyard. One double room has a bathtub, while another is adapted for guests with reduced mobility and has a walk-in shower.

The Family Junior Suite is the largest option, at 20 m², and has a balcony and city views. It has an extra-large double bed and a sofa bed, although the stated maximum occupancy is two guests. The differences between categories let you choose a balcony, bathtub, courtyard view or walk-in shower, while keeping the shared features of air conditioning and a private bathroom.

Superior Double Room — CASA Y FONDA 1888
Superior Double Room
16 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City views
  • Soundproofing

At 16 m² and accommodating up to two guests, the Superior Double Room stands out for its views of the city and a landmark, without a balcony. It has air conditioning, soundproofing and a safe; the private bathroom includes a shower, hairdryer and toiletries.

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Deluxe Double Room with Bathtub — CASA Y FONDA 1888
Deluxe Double Room with Bathtub
16 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub

The Deluxe Double Room with Bathtub occupies 16 m² and also has a balcony with views of the city and a landmark. Its distinguishing feature is the bathtub, alongside the extra-large double bed; it accommodates up to two guests and has air conditioning.

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Double Room — CASA Y FONDA 1888
Double Room
16 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Landmark view

This 16 m² Double Room for two combines a balcony with city views. The bathroom has a bathtub or shower, and the room includes air conditioning, a safe and soundproofing. It offers private outdoor space, unlike the double room overlooking the interior courtyard.

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Family Junior Suite — CASA Y FONDA 1888
Family Junior Suite
20 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • City views

At 20 m², this is the largest room at CASA Y FONDA 1888. The Family Junior Suite has a balcony and views of the city and a landmark, as well as an extra-large double bed and a sofa bed. Maximum occupancy is two guests.

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Double Room — CASA Y FONDA 1888
Double Room
15 m²

  • 1 Extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Interior courtyard view
  • Desk

This Double Room offers 15 m² and a view of an interior courtyard, rather than the city views and balcony found in other categories. It accommodates up to two guests and has a private bathroom, air conditioning and soundproofing; it also includes a desk and safe.

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Double Room Adapted for Guests with Reduced Mobility — CASA Y FONDA 1888
Double Room Adapted for Guests with Reduced Mobility
16 m²

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Walk-in shower
  • City views

This 16 m² room is adapted for guests with reduced mobility and has a walk-in shower in the private bathroom. It accommodates up to two guests and offers views of the city and a landmark, as well as air conditioning and soundproofing.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to explore the historic centre on foot: the Monument to Cervantes is 40 m away and Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso is 80 m away
  • you want a room with a balcony and city views: several categories offer these features
  • you need to stay connected during your visit: free WiFi is available in the rooms
  • you would like a restaurant and bar at the property, as well as à la carte or continental breakfast options
  • you have reduced mobility: there is an adapted room with a walk-in shower

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free on-site parking: private parking is nearby and costs €14 per day
  • you are travelling with more than two people and need to sleep in the same room: all rooms have a maximum capacity of two guests
  • you want breakfast to be included in your stay: à la carte or continental options are available
  • you are planning a stag or hen party, or a similar celebration: these are not allowed at the property

Hotel facilities & services

CASA Y FONDA 1888 offers services for a stay in the city centre, including 24-hour reception, room service and tourist information. Rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and soundproofing. There are also family, allergy-free and non-smoking rooms, as well as a lift and heating.

In the shared areas, the sun terrace offers an outdoor space, while the restaurant and bar complete the dining options. The property organises themed dinners and pub crawls, and offers tours or classes about local culture. Temporary art galleries provide another option for guests who prefer cultural activities during their stay. The property also has meeting or banquet facilities and daily housekeeping.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tourist information

General facilities

  • Sun terrace
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinners
  • Pub crawl
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour reception
  • Meeting / banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Lift
  • Family rooms

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Wine / champagne
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra charge)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe

Location & what to see

CASA Y FONDA 1888 is at number 8 Plaza de Cervantes, in the historic centre of Alcalá de Henares. The Monument to Cervantes is 40 m away and Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso is 80 m away. The Interpretation Centre 'Los Universos de Cervantes' is 110 m away; the Museum of Ibero-American Art is 140 m away and the Market is 160 m away. From the square, you can explore university sites, historic courtyards, shops and cafés on foot.

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is 13 km away. Alcalá de Henares train station is 500 m away and Cercanías-Alcalá de Henares is 700 m away; the Alcala - C/ Via Complutense 13 and Vía Complutense-Colegio bus stops are 300 m away. If you arrive by car, private parking is available nearby, without advance reservation, for €14 per day. Casino is 20 m away and La Santina is 50 m away.

You can start your cultural visit at Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso and its courtyards, then continue to San Ildefonso Chapel, 20 m away, or the Cervantes Birthplace Museum, 280 m away. The University of Alcalá and the historic site are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can also visit Puerta de Madrid, 750 m away, and the Interpretation Centre 'Los Universos de Cervantes'. The proximity of these places makes it easy to plan walks focused on university and Cervantes history, with stops at museums, monuments and cultural sites in the centre.

Monument to Cervantes — A sculptural tribute to the writer most closely associated with Alcalá's cultural history. 40 m
Colegio Mayor de San Ildefonso — Historic university building with courtyards and architecture connected with the city. 80 m
Interpretation Centre 'Los Universos de Cervantes' — Cultural space dedicated to the life and work of Cervantes. 110 m
Museum of Ibero-American Art — Museum with Ibero-American art collections in a university setting. 140 m
Market — A central market where you can discover local produce and everyday life. 160 m
Cervantes Birthplace Museum — A house museum dedicated to the writer, with exhibits about his life and times. 280 m

What guests say about CASA Y FONDA 1888

8.8
Fabulous · 576 reviews
Staff
9.1
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.7
Cleanliness
9.3
Facilities
9.1
Value for money
8.7
Free Wi-Fi
9.4

Guests particularly appreciate the staff, cleanliness and room comfort. They also rate the surroundings and WiFi very highly, while value for money receives a favourable rating.

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