Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía
Madrid · Community of Madrid

Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía

Hostel in Madrid, on Gran Vía, with private rooms, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception, next to Callao Metro Station.

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7.9 Score
2.197 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Madrid
Nearby Monastery of las Descalzas Reales · 190 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía

Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía is a hostel in Madrid, at Gran Vía 44, 30 m from Callao Metro Station. Its private rooms, with en-suite bathrooms and air conditioning, offer options for one person, couples or groups of up to three. All have a flat-screen TV, and several include a coffee machine and minibar; some have city views. Reception is open 24 hours a day and is on the seventh floor, while the rooms are on the fourth.

The accommodation serves continental breakfast and offers vegetarian and vegan options. It also has a restaurant, bar and café, as well as free Wi-Fi in the rooms. For leisure, there is live music, karaoke and evening entertainment; luggage storage is available for an additional charge. Its location in the Centro district makes it easy to walk to places such as Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace. Guests who need to work can use the shared workspace, which incurs an additional charge not included in the room rate.

Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía
★ 7.9 · Good · 2.197 reviews

Plan your stay at Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía

Hostel in Madrid, on Gran Vía, with private rooms, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception, next to Callao Metro Station.

Room types

The rooms at Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía are private and have en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a safe, heating and a wardrobe. The range includes a 12 m² single room, 14 m² double rooms and 16 m² triple rooms, with capacity for one, two or three people. Depending on the category, you’ll find one single bed, two single beds, one double bed or a combination of a single and a double bed.

Some options differ in space, capacity and views: one of the double rooms and one of the triple rooms overlook the city. All include a minibar and coffee machine; a tea or coffee maker is also available. The triple room categories let you choose between three single beds or a mixed arrangement. This means you can choose a room to suit the size of your group while still enjoying shared features such as a private bathroom and air conditioning.

Single Room with Private Bathroom — Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía
Single Room with Private Bathroom
12 m²

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

At 12 m² and with capacity for one person, this is the hostel’s most compact option. It has one single bed, a private bathroom and air conditioning. A safe, minibar and coffee machine complete a stay designed for solo travellers who prefer their own space.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom - 2 Beds — Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía
Double Room with Private Bathroom - 2 Beds
14 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Minibar

This 14 m² room accommodates up to two people and has two single beds. It’s a practical option for sharing a stay without sharing a bed, with a private bathroom and air conditioning. The flat-screen TV, minibar and coffee machine provide added comfort when relaxing in the room.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom - 2 Beds — Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía
Double Room with Private Bathroom - 2 Beds
14 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • City views
  • Air conditioning

With the same floor area and bed arrangement as the other double room option, this room stands out for its city views. It measures 14 m², accommodates up to two people and has a private bathroom. Air conditioning, a minibar and a coffee machine accompany your stay, with an urban outlook from the room.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom — Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía
Double Room with Private Bathroom
14 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Safe
  • Heating

This 14 m² category offers one double bed for two people, instead of the two single beds in the other double room options. The room has a private bathroom and air conditioning, as well as a flat-screen TV, safe and minibar.

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Basic Triple Room — Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía
Basic Triple Room
16 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee machine

At 16 m², this triple room has three single beds and accommodates up to three people. It’s an option for groups who want separate beds. The room has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a minibar, as well as a coffee machine and flat-screen TV.

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Basic Triple Room — Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía
Basic Triple Room
16 m²

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • City views
  • Tea/coffee maker

This triple room also measures 16 m², but combines one single bed and one double bed, unlike the option with three single beds. It accommodates up to three people and also has city views. The room includes a private bathroom, air conditioning, minibar and coffee machine.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to explore central Madrid on foot, with Puerta del Sol 400 m away and Plaza Mayor 500 m away
  • you want to be near the metro: Callao is 30 m away and Santo Domingo is 200 m away
  • you’re travelling alone, as a couple or in a group of up to three and prefer a private room with an en-suite bathroom
  • you value having free Wi-Fi in your room and air conditioning
  • you want a 24-hour reception and on-site restaurant, bar and café options

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the accommodation: there is no parking
  • you want to use the shared workspace without an additional charge, as there is a fee to use it
  • you prefer a quiet atmosphere at night: the accommodation offers karaoke, live music and evening entertainment
  • you need a room for more than three people: the room categories described have a maximum capacity of three

Hotel facilities & services

Your stay combines practical services with options for spending time at the accommodation. There’s free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. For meals or a drink, the hostel has a restaurant, bar and café; the rooms also have a minibar and a tea or coffee maker.

Reception is open 24 hours a day, and daily housekeeping is provided. Shared spaces include a TV area and a communal lounge. Leisure activities include live music and performances, karaoke, pub crawls and evening entertainment, as well as a nightclub with a DJ. Walking tours are also organised. The accommodation has a safe and heating, and smoking is prohibited throughout. The rooms are non-smoking; you’ll find amenities such as a desk, wardrobe, bed linen, towels and a hairdryer.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Minibar
  • Pub crawl
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub / DJ

General facilities

  • Live music / performances
  • Walking tours
  • Pub crawl
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub / DJ
  • Karaoke
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared TV area / lounge
  • 24-hour reception
  • CCTV in communal areas
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Food & drink

  • On-site café
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía is at Gran Vía 44, in Madrid’s Centro district. Callao Metro Station is 30 m away and Santo Domingo station is 200 m away. From this area, you can walk to Puerta del Sol, 400 m away, and Plaza Mayor de Madrid, 500 m away. The nearby points of interest list the Royal Palace at 650 m, while Plaza de Oriente is 600 m away.

The Monastery of las Descalzas Reales is 190 m away and Mercado de la Corredera is 230 m away. Espacio Fundación Telefónica is 330 m away; the Museum of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando is 500 m away. For visits to the major museums, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum is 1 km away, the Prado is 1.3 km away and the Reina Sofía Museum is 1.7 km away. Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is 11 km away. Bilbao and Recoletos railway stations are 1 km and 1.2 km away, respectively.

From Gran Vía, you can combine walks around the central squares with visits to museums and historic buildings. The Temple of Debod is 1 km away and Casa de Campo is 1.6 km away; El Retiro Park is 1.9 km away. Nearby metro stops make it easy to link these visits without relying on a car for journeys around the centre. In spring, Holy Week and the San Isidro festivities in May bring cultural events to Madrid; throughout the rest of the year, museums, markets and squares offer ways to plan visits on weekdays and at weekends.

Monastery of las Descalzas Reales — Historic monastic complex with religious architecture and heritage in the centre of Madrid. 190 m
Corredera Market — Neighbourhood market where you can discover local shops and everyday products. 230 m
Espacio Fundación Telefónica — Cultural centre with exhibitions on art, technology and contemporary culture. 330 m
Museum of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando — Art collection in Madrid featuring paintings, sculpture and drawings. 500 m
Royal Palace — Historic residence of the Spanish monarchy with rooms and collections open to visitors. 820 m
Church of San Martín — Historic church in the centre, set among Madrid’s streets and squares. 140 m

What guests say about Hostal Carmen-Gran Vía

7.9
Good · 2.197 reviews
Staff
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Location
9.7
Cleanliness
8.2
Facilities
7.7
Value for money
8.1
Free Wi-Fi
7.7

Reviews rate the proximity to Madrid’s main attractions particularly highly. Staff, cleanliness and comfort also receive favourable comments, while the facilities and Wi-Fi receive more moderate scores.

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