Two-star guest house in Madrid, 200 metres from Gran Vía metro station, with rooms for solo travellers, families and groups, some with balconies.
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Hostal El Catalán is a 2-star guest house in Madrid, 200 metres from Gran Vía metro station, with rooms that include a private bathroom.
Its seven categories cover single, double, triple, quadruple and family stays, with capacity for up to five people. The rooms offer air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and, depending on the category, a bathtub, mini fridge or safe; some have a balcony and city views. The building has a lift and free WiFi in the rooms. Public parking is nearby and costs €25 per day. Hortaleza Street is next to Gran Vía, and you can walk to places such as Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and the Thyssen-Bornemisza and Prado museums. Chueca is also nearby, with restaurants, shops and bars along its streets. With a range of room capacities and public transport close by, the guest house can suit a city break for two as well as a trip with friends or family.
Rooms range from 10 m² single options to a 28 m² family room, with capacities of between one and five people. There are also double, triple and quadruple options, so you can choose according to the size of your group. All have a private bathroom; several categories include air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
The details vary between room types: some rooms have a bathtub, while others stand out for their balcony and city views. Bed configurations include single and double options, with different arrangements in the group categories. The Triple Room with Balcony offers 18 m² and the Double Room with Balcony, 14 m²; both add outdoor space and city views. For families, the largest category can accommodate up to five people.
At 11 m² and with capacity for two people, this room offers a double bed and a functional space for a couple's stay. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, as well as a mini fridge and safe. The bathroom may have a bathtub or shower.
This compact 10 m² option is designed for one person and has a single bed. It includes a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, as well as a mini fridge and safe. Its single-room layout gives you your own space to relax after exploring Madrid.
At 17 m² with three single beds, this room can accommodate up to three people in separate beds. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, as well as a mini fridge and safe. It offers more capacity than the Single Room and Standard Double Room, without adding a balcony.
The Quadruple Room is 22 m² and can accommodate four people. Its main configuration has four single beds, and it stands out for having a bathtub in the private bathroom. It also offers air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, with space to share your stay without needing several rooms.
At 28 m², this is the largest room and can accommodate up to five people. Its layout has three single beds and one double bed, a combination suited to family groups. It has a private bathroom and offers more space than the Triple Room and Quadruple Room.
This 18 m² room accommodates up to three people, with one single bed and one double bed. Its distinctive feature is a balcony with city views, which isn't available in all categories. It includes a private bathroom and lets you enjoy some outdoor space during your stay.
At 14 m² and with capacity for two people, this category combines a double bed with the appeal of a balcony and city views. The outdoor space sets it apart from the Standard Double Room. It has a private bathroom and is an option if you'd like a room with a balcony.
The guest house has a lift and offers family rooms and non-smoking rooms. Rooms have free WiFi, while air conditioning and heating provide options for different times of year. A private bathroom is among the accommodation's amenities, and tourist information can help you plan visits around Madrid.
If you're arriving by car, public parking is available nearby; it costs €25 per day and doesn't require a reservation. It isn't private or free parking, so bear this cost in mind when planning your trip. The shared areas are non-smoking, and the building also has heating and a lift. With WiFi in the rooms, a range of room capacities and basic amenities, the guest house can suit solo stays as well as family trips.
Hostal El Catalán is on Hortaleza Street, in central Madrid, 200 m from Gran Vía metro station and 250 m from Chueca station. The area combines shopping streets, restaurants and cultural venues. Fratelli D'Italia is 20 m away and Taberna Espanola is 50 m away. Mercado de San Antón, 240 m away, has food stalls and places to take a break between visits.
To get around the city, Gran Vía and Chueca metro stations connect you with other neighbourhoods. Recoletos is 700 m away and Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas Airport is 10 km away. Nearby points of interest include Espacio Fundación Telefónica, 160 m away; Chueca Square, 260 m away; and Puerta del Sol, 550 m away. Plaza de Cibeles is 650 m away, while Plaza Mayor de Madrid is 850 m away. The Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum is 750 m away and Prado Museum is 1.1 km away.
You can combine a walk along Gran Vía with a visit to the exhibition spaces at Espacio Fundación Telefónica or Mercado de San Antón. Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor are close enough to make it easy to explore the historic centre without a car. For an art tour, the Thyssen and Prado museums are within walking distance; Reina Sofía Museum is 1.6 km away. If you'd prefer some green space, El Retiro Park is 1.5 km away.
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Guests particularly value the staff, which receives the highest score among the categories. They also highlight the cleanliness and how easy it is to get around Madrid from the guest house. The facilities and comfort receive positive ratings, while WiFi also gets a good score.
Rates at Hostal El Catalán vary depending on the season, room category and dates you choose. To see the price for your stay, check the latest rate here.
Hostal El Catalán is on Hortaleza Street in central Madrid. Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas Airport is 10 km away; by car, the journey usually takes around 20 minutes, depending on traffic. You can also get there by public transport: Gran Vía metro station is 200 m away and Chueca station is 250 m away. Recoletos railway station is 700 m away. Nearby parking is public and costs €25 per day.
Hostal El Catalán is 200 m from Gran Vía metro station and 250 m from Chueca. Espacio Fundación Telefónica is 160 m away and Mercado de San Antón is 240 m away. Chueca Square is 260 m away, Puerta del Sol is 550 m away, and Plaza Mayor de Madrid is 850 m away. The Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum is 750 m away and Prado Museum is 1.1 km away.
Yes, Hostal El Catalán offers free WiFi in the rooms. WiFi is included in your stay and guests give it a score of 9.1. The guest house also has family rooms, as well as single, double, triple and quadruple categories.
Hostal El Catalán has public parking nearby, not private parking within the property. It costs €25 per day and doesn't need to be booked. This is a paid service, so free parking isn't available.
Hostal El Catalán has Single Rooms, Standard Double Rooms, Triple Rooms, Quadruple Rooms and Family Rooms. They can accommodate up to five people, and sizes range from 10 to 28 m². Some categories have a balcony and city views; all rooms have a private bathroom.
Check-in at Hostal El Catalán is from 14:00 to 23:00, and arrivals outside reception hours aren't possible. The accommodation asks you to let them know your expected arrival time in advance. Check-out is by 12:00.
Hostal El Catalán has quiet hours from 22:00 to 10:00. Stag and hen parties and similar celebrations are also not allowed. These rules apply throughout your stay at the property.