Two-star guest house on Gran Vía, Madrid, with free WiFi, 24-hour reception, a shared lounge and rooms for up to four people.
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Hostal Excelsior is a 2-star guest house in Madrid, on Gran Vía, 100 m from Callao and Santo Domingo metro stations. Its address in Centro de Madrid places your stay among the theatres, cinemas and shops of one of the city's best-known avenues.
Its six room categories range from single options to a family room for four people; all have a private bathroom and TV. The property offers free WiFi, 24-hour reception and a shared area with a TV, as well as vending machines for drinks and snacks. Air conditioning operates from May to October and heating from November to April. Nearby points of interest include Puerta del Sol, 500 m away, and Plaza Mayor, 550 m away; the Royal Palace is 750 m away. Parking is public, nearby, requires a reservation and costs €25 per day.
Hostal Excelsior's six room categories cover different needs: there are single rooms, double rooms with a double bed, options with two or three single beds, a configuration with one single bed and one double bed, and a family room. Capacity ranges from one to four people, so the choice suits both solo stays and small-group trips.
All the rooms described include a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Amenities also include a shower, towels, a hairdryer and a desk, as well as a safe and a telephone. The main differences between categories are capacity and bed configuration: the single room is for one person, while the family room has one double bed and two single beds for four guests. Air conditioning operates from May to October and heating from November to April.
This room for one person offers a single bed and a private bathroom with a shower. The desk lets you get things done during your stay, while a safe, telephone and flat-screen TV complete the amenities, along with towels and a hairdryer.
Designed for two people, this category has a double bed and a private bathroom with a shower. It includes a desk, safe, telephone and flat-screen TV; towels and a hairdryer complete the amenities. It is the double-bed option among the rooms for two.
This room for two guests has two single beds instead of a double bed, a configuration suited to those who prefer to sleep separately. It includes a private bathroom with a shower, a desk and a safe, as well as a telephone and flat-screen TV. Towels and a hairdryer are provided.
This version accommodates up to three people and offers three single beds, unlike the two-person configuration with the same name. The private bathroom has a shower; there is also a desk, safe and flat-screen TV. Towels and a hairdryer complete the room's amenities.
With space for three people, this room combines a double bed and a single bed, unlike the two-person Double Room with a double bed. It has a private bathroom with a shower, a desk and a safe. The flat-screen TV, telephone, towels and hairdryer complete the amenities.
The Family Room is the largest category, accommodating four people with one double bed and two single beds. This combination lets guests share the space while having separate beds. It includes a private bathroom with a shower, a desk, a safe and a flat-screen TV, as well as towels and a hairdryer.
Hostal Excelsior offers 24-hour reception, concierge service, luggage storage and daily housekeeping. It also has private check-in and check-out and tourist information to help you plan your stay in Madrid. WiFi is free throughout the property, and the shared TV area offers a place to relax together.
Practical facilities include a lift, family rooms and accessible options for guests with reduced mobility, with a raised toilet, grab rails and a lower washbasin. Air conditioning operates from May to October; heating is available from November to April. Parking is public and nearby: it costs €25 per day and requires a reservation. For a drink or snack without going out, there are vending machines.
Hostal Excelsior is at Gran Vía, 50, in Centro de Madrid. Callao and Santo Domingo metro stations are 100 m away, and Palacio de la Prensa is 50 m away. This avenue has theatres and cinemas: Coliseum and Lope de Vega are 400 m away. There are also nearby cafés and restaurants, such as Chocochurro and Curry's Restaurante Hindú, both 50 m away. Iglesia de la Buena Dicha is 100 m away and Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales is 230 m away.
For exploring the centre on foot, Puerta del Sol is 500 m away and Plaza Mayor de Madrid is 550 m away. Plaza de Oriente is the same distance away; the Royal Palace is 750 m away. These places link squares, historic buildings and shopping streets on a walk through the central district. Callao and Santo Domingo make it easy to travel by metro to other neighbourhoods, while Recoletos is 1.3 km away.
Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza is 1.2 km away and Prado Museum is 1.5 km away; Museo Reina Sofía is 1.8 km away. You can spend one day visiting the museums and another at Parque de El Retiro, 2 km away, or visit Templo de Debod, 900 m away. Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas Airport is 11 km away. There are also performance venues and a wide choice of restaurants nearby, making it easy to combine cultural visits with an evening at a theatre on Gran Vía.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff's service and the proximity to the main sights in the centre. Cleanliness, comfort and facilities also receive favourable comments, while the WiFi connection is rated positively.
Rates at Hostal Excelsior vary depending on the season, room type and dates of your stay. To check the price for your trip, check the latest rate here.
Hostal Excelsior is 11 km from Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas Airport. Callao and Santo Domingo metro stations are 100 m away, so you can complete the journey on foot from either one. The address is Gran Vía, 50, in Centro de Madrid. There is paid public parking nearby; a reservation is required and the rate is €25 per day.
From Hostal Excelsior, you can reach Puerta del Sol, 500 m away, and Plaza Mayor de Madrid, 550 m away. Plaza de Oriente is 550 m away and the Royal Palace is 600 m away. For cultural visits, Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza is 1.2 km away and Prado Museum is 1.5 km away; Callao and Santo Domingo are 100 m away.
Yes, Hostal Excelsior offers free WiFi throughout the property. You can use it in both the rooms and shared areas, including the shared TV lounge. WiFi is one of the services available to guests during their stay.
Parking available for Hostal Excelsior is public and nearby. It costs €25 per day and must be reserved. It is not free parking included at the property; the parking is in a garage.
Yes, Hostal Excelsior has a Family Room for up to four people. It is equipped with one double bed and two single beds, as well as a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. There are also room categories for one, two and three people.
The air conditioning at Hostal Excelsior operates from May to October. Heating is available from November to April, so both systems operate seasonally. The rooms have a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.