Cats Hostel Madrid Sol
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Cats Hostel Madrid Sol

Hostel in Madrid with shared dormitories, an 18th-century Moorish-style fountain in the courtyard, a bar and evening activities, near Sol and Antón Martín.

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8.4 Score
2.069 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Area Madrid
Nearby Plaza de Santa Ana · 300 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Cats Hostel Madrid Sol

Cats Hostel Madrid Sol is a hostel in Madrid with a courtyard featuring an 18th-century Moorish-style fountain. It combines shared dormitories and communal spaces in the Centro district, within walking distance of landmarks and metro stations.

Rooms include mixed dormitories of various sizes, a female dormitory and a triple room; several have air conditioning and lockers, and some have a private bathroom. The accommodation also has a bar and a cave where it organises daily activities and events. Communal areas include a kitchen equipped with a microwave, fridge and utensils, as well as spaces to meet and get to know other travellers. Wi-Fi is free, and there is a 24-hour reception, tourist information and a laundry service. With its shared dormitories, activities and central location, it may suit solo travellers, groups and anyone wanting to explore Madrid on foot and by public transport.

Cats Hostel Madrid Sol
★ 8.4 · Very good · 2.069 reviews

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Hostel in Madrid with shared dormitories, an 18th-century Moorish-style fountain in the courtyard, a bar and evening activities, near Sol and Antón Martín.

Room types

Cats Hostel Madrid Sol offers mixed shared dormitories with six, eight, ten and twelve beds, as well as a five-bed mixed option and a twelve-bed female dormitory. The beds are bunk beds, and each booking can accommodate one person in these room types. Room sizes range from 14 to 26 m²: the size and number of beds vary between categories, while the rooms described have air conditioning.

There is also a six-bed shared room with a bathroom and a triple room with a private bathroom, a double bed and a bunk bed. Bathrooms are usually shared in the dormitories; the six-bed option with a bathroom is on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible. The 12 m² triple room accommodates three people and also has heating and parquet flooring. You can choose between a bed in a shared dormitory or a room for travelling together.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Cats Hostel Madrid Sol
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
14 m²

  • 1 bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual lockers

This single bed is in a 14 m² mixed dormitory with six beds, including a bunk bed, and each booking is for one person. It has air conditioning and individual lockers; the bathroom is shared. Its smaller number of beds sets it apart from the larger-capacity dormitories.

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Cats Hostel Madrid Sol
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
18 m²

  • 1 bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Heating
  • Safe

At 18 m², this mixed dormitory has eight bunk beds and accommodates one person per booking. It has air conditioning, wood or parquet flooring and heating, while the bathroom is shared. Its mid-range capacity offers an alternative to the smaller mixed rooms and those with twelve beds.

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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Cats Hostel Madrid Sol
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
22 m²

  • 1 bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bed linen
  • Clothes rack

This 22 m² mixed dormitory is set up for ten adults and offers one bed in a bunk bed. It has air conditioning and lockers, with a shared bathroom. Compared with the six- or eight-bed options, it accommodates more guests in a larger room.

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Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Cats Hostel Madrid Sol
Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
26 m²

  • 1 bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Individual air conditioning for each accommodation
  • Heating

This bed is in a 26 m² mixed dormitory with twelve beds and accommodates one person. The room has air conditioning, heating and individual lockers; the bathroom is shared. It is the largest-capacity mixed dormitory among the options described.

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Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room with Bathroom — Cats Hostel Madrid Sol
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room with Bathroom
14 m²

  • 1 bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Private bathroom
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible

This single bed is in a 14 m² shared room with six beds and a private bathroom. The room is on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible, setting it apart from the other shared dormitories. It also has air conditioning and a bunk bed.

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Triple Room with Bathroom — Cats Hostel Madrid Sol
Triple Room with Bathroom
12 m²

  • 1 double bed and 1 bunk bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Private bathroom
  • Wood or parquet flooring

This 12 m² room accommodates up to three people and combines a double bed with a bunk bed. It has a private bathroom with a shower, as well as air conditioning, heating and parquet flooring. Unlike beds in shared dormitories, it gives all three guests a room of their own.

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Bed in 12-Bed Female Dormitory Room — Cats Hostel Madrid Sol
Bed in 12-Bed Female Dormitory Room
26 m²

  • 1 bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

With 26 m² and twelve bunk beds, this dormitory is for women and offers one bed. It has air conditioning, lockers and a shared bathroom. Its women-only arrangement sets it apart from mixed rooms of a similar size.

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Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Cats Hostel Madrid Sol
Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
14 m²

  • 1 bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Heating
  • Air purifiers

This bed is in a 14 m² mixed dormitory with five beds, one of the shared options with fewer occupants. It has air conditioning and heating, with a bunk bed for each guest, and each booking is for one person. The bathroom is shared.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in a hostel with social activities, live music and evening entertainment
  • you are travelling alone and would rather book a bed in a shared dormitory of your choice of size
  • you want metro stations 200 m and 250 m away
  • you are looking for a room for three people with a double bed, a bunk bed and a private bathroom
  • you value free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the accommodation: Cats Hostel Madrid Sol does not have parking
  • you want breakfast included in the rate; continental breakfast is not included
  • you prefer to avoid accommodation with evening entertainment, DJ sessions and daily activities
  • you need a private bathroom in every room type, as several dormitories have shared bathrooms

Hotel facilities & services

The hostel has free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and heating, as well as a lift and soundproofed rooms. Accessible options are available for guests with reduced mobility, along with non-smoking rooms. Reception is open 24 hours; you can also use the laundry service, luggage storage and tourist information to plan your stay.

The communal facilities cater both to relaxation and shared activities: there is live music and entertainment, walking tours and activities about local culture. The programme includes evening entertainment, DJ sessions, karaoke and themed dinners, along with happy hour. For everyday needs, the accommodation has lockers and vending machines for snacks and drinks. The bar offers another place to meet, while board games and puzzles provide another way to spend time indoors.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tourist information
  • Pub crawl
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub / DJ
  • Luggage storage
  • Lockers

General facilities

  • Live music / performances
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinners
  • Walking tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub / DJ
  • Karaoke
  • Snack vending machine
  • Drink vending machine
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry service
  • 24-hour reception
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Soundproofed rooms

Food & drink

  • Bar

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Bed linen

Location & what to see

Cats Hostel Madrid Sol is at Cañizares, 6, in Madrid's Centro district, near Antón Martín and Lavapiés. Antón Martín metro station is 200 m away and Tirso de Molina station is 250 m away. Plaza de Santa Ana is 300 m away, while Puerta del Sol is 400 m away; Plaza Mayor is 550 m away. The surrounding area combines shopping streets, theatres, bars and cultural venues in the historic centre.

The two nearby metro stations connect you to the city's public transport network. Atocha railway station is 1.1 km away and Embajadores station is 850 m away. Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas Airport is 11 km away. You can walk to Mercado de Antón Martín, 300 m away, or visit Casa Museo Lope de Vega, 390 m away. Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza is 650 m away and Museo Reina Sofía is 800 m away.

The area makes it easy to plan cultural visits without spending much time travelling: the Prado and Madrid Botanical Garden are 800 m away, and the Royal Palace is 1.1 km away. Parque de El Retiro is 1.5 km away and offers an outdoor route between museums and squares. During Holy Week, the city centre hosts processions and traditional events; at other times, you can combine exhibitions, markets and walks through nearby neighbourhoods. The variety of museums makes it easy to tailor your itinerary to a short stay or several days.

Plaza de Santa Ana — Central square surrounded by terraces, theatres and historic buildings in Madrid. 300 m
Puerta del Sol — Landmark square and meeting point for exploring the city centre. 400 m
Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza — Art collection featuring European works from different periods and styles. 650 m
Museo Reina Sofía — Museum of modern and contemporary art, home to Guernica. 800 m
Antón Martín Market — Neighbourhood market with food stalls and dining options. 300 m
Lope de Vega House Museum — The writer's former home, preserved as a period museum. 390 m

What guests say about Cats Hostel Madrid Sol

8.4
Very good · 2.069 reviews
Staff
9.1
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Facilities
8.6
Value for money
8.5
Free Wi-Fi
8.4

Guests particularly appreciate the staff's attentiveness and how easy it is to explore Madrid from the accommodation. The facilities and cleanliness are rated well, as are comfort and Wi-Fi, with an overall positive impression for a centrally located hostel.

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