Two-star guest house in Madrid, 150 metres from Gran Vía, with 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi and rooms with private bathrooms; some have balconies.
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Hostal Ballesta is a 2-star guest house in Madrid, 150 metres from Gran Vía, with a 24-hour reception. In the Centro district, it offers single, double and triple rooms, all with a private bathroom, air conditioning and TV; some also have a balcony and views of the city or a point of interest. Room sizes range from 9 to 18 m², with a choice of a double bed, twin beds or a triple configuration. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
The shared lounge has a large flat-screen TV, and there is a computer room with free internet access. You’ll also find vending machines for drinks and snacks, concierge service, luggage storage and a lift. There is no parking at the property, although public parking is available nearby. Gran Vía and Callao metro stations are 200 metres away. Puerta del Sol is 500 metres away and Plaza Mayor is 700 metres away, putting several sites in the historic and cultural centre within walking distance.
Hostal Ballesta has four room categories: Single, Double, Double with Balcony and Triple. All have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV; free Wi-Fi is also available throughout the property. Sizes range from 9 m² for the Single Room to 18 m² for the Triple Room, with intermediate options of 15 and 17 m².
The Single Room is designed for one person, while the Double Rooms accommodate up to two guests and offer different bed configurations. The Triple Room accommodates three people and also has a balcony with city views. There is also a Double Room with Balcony, city and point-of-interest views, and a bathtub. You can choose between a compact stay, an option for two or a room with greater capacity and outdoor space.
At 15 m², this room offers more space than the 9 m² Single Room and accommodates up to two guests. You can choose a double bed or two single beds. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, making it a practical place to rest after exploring central Madrid.
This 9 m² option is designed for one person and has a single bed. It’s the most compact category at Hostal Ballesta; it includes a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The desk and safe complete the room’s amenities.
At 18 m², the Triple Room is the largest category by capacity and accommodates up to three guests. Its balcony and city views set it apart from the options without outdoor space. The main configuration combines one single bed and one large double bed; it also has a private bathroom and air conditioning.
This 17 m² room has a balcony with views of the city and a point of interest. Designed for two guests, its main configuration has two single beds, and it includes a private bathroom. Unlike the other categories, it has a bathtub as well as air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
The reception is open 24 hours a day and offers concierge service, luggage storage and tourist information. Express check-in and check-out are also available to make your arrival and departure quicker. A lift provides access to the upper floors, and daily housekeeping is provided. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
In the common areas, you’ll find a shared lounge with a TV and vending machines for drinks and snacks. The rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a safe; some have a balcony and city views. There is also a computer room with free internet access and an airport shuttle service. Entertainment options include satellite channels and a telephone, while a desk and free toiletries provide added convenience during your stay.
Hostal Ballesta is at Ballesta 5, in Madrid’s Centro district, 150 m from Gran Vía. The area has theatres, shops and restaurants: La Tasquita de Enfrente and Kitipun Urban Taco are 10 m away, while Mercado de la Corredera is 90 m away. Nearby, you’ll also find Palacio de la Música, 200 m away, and Espacio Fundación Telefónica, 210 m away.
Gran Vía and Callao metro stations are 200 m away, making it easy to connect with other districts and parts of the city. Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is 10 km away. The accommodation has no private parking; public parking is available nearby. Puerta del Sol is 500 m away and Plaza Mayor de Madrid is 700 m away. For cultural visits, Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza is 950 m away and the Prado is 1.3 km away.
You can explore much of the area on foot: Palacio Real de Madrid is 850 m away, while Museo Reina Sofía is 1.7 km away and Parque de El Retiro is 1.8 km away. Gran Vía is lined with shops, theatres and entertainment venues; in the centre, you’ll also find squares and historic buildings to explore between visits. In May, the San Isidro festivities bring popular celebrations to different parts of Madrid. The nearby metro stations make it easy to return to the guest house after a day spent visiting museums, parks or shopping areas.
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Guests particularly value the staff’s service and the proximity to the main sights in the centre. They also highlight the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, as well as the highly rated Wi-Fi. Overall, reviews describe a functional place to stay while exploring Madrid.
Rates at Hostal Ballesta vary depending on the season, room type and dates of your stay. You can check the latest rate for your dates.
Hostal Ballesta is at Ballesta 5, in Centro de Madrid, 150 m from Gran Vía. Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is 10 km away. Gran Vía and Callao metro stations are 200 m away and let you continue your journey around the city by public transport. The guest house has no private parking; public parking is available nearby.
Hostal Ballesta is in Centro de Madrid, with Gran Vía 230 m away and Espacio Fundación Telefónica 210 m away. Puerta del Sol is 500 m away and Plaza Mayor de Madrid is 700 m away. You can also visit the Royal Palace of Madrid, 850 m away, and Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, 950 m away. Gran Vía and Callao metro stations are 200 m away.
Hostal Ballesta has no private parking. Public parking is available nearby, and Gran Vía and Callao metro stations are 200 m away. Gran Vía is 150 m away, so you can get around the centre by public transport or explore several nearby places on foot.
Yes, Hostal Ballesta offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property. The rooms also have a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. There is also a computer room with free internet access and a shared lounge with a large flat-screen TV.
The Triple Room at Hostal Ballesta is 18 m² and accommodates up to three guests. It has a balcony, city views, a private bathroom and air conditioning. Its main configuration combines one single bed and one large double bed; the room can also be set up with three single beds.
Hostal Ballesta has two room categories with balconies: the Triple Room, with city views, and the Double Room with Balcony, which also offers views of a point of interest. The latter is 17 m² and has a bathtub; the Triple Room is 18 m² and accommodates up to three guests.
Check-in at Hostal Ballesta starts at 13:00 and check-out is until 11:00. Reception is open 24 hours a day, and express check-in and check-out are also available.