Hostal Excelsior
Madrid · Community of Madrid · 2 Stars

Hostal Excelsior

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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8.6 Score
1.340 Reviews
2★ Stars
13:00 Check-in
Area Madrid
Nearby Puerta del Sol · 500 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 13:00

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Hostal Excelsior

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
★ 8.6 · Fabulous · 1.340 reviews

Plan your stay at Hostal Excelsior

Two-star guest house on Gran Vía, Madrid, with free WiFi, 24-hour reception, a shared lounge and rooms for up to four people.

Room types

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.

Single Room — Hostal Excelsior
Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Shower
  • Desk

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.

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Double Room — Hostal Excelsior
Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Shower
  • Flat-screen TV

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.

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Twin Room — Hostal Excelsior
Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Shower
  • Desk

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.

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Twin Room — Hostal Excelsior
Twin Room

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Shower
  • Safe

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.

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Double Room — Hostal Excelsior
Double Room

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Shower
  • Telephone

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.

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Family Room

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Shower
  • Safe

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.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay on Gran Vía, with Callao and Santo Domingo 100 m away.
  • you want to explore places such as Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor on foot.
  • you are travelling with family: there is a room for up to four people.
  • you need to connect your devices: WiFi is free throughout the property.
  • you value having 24-hour reception and luggage storage.

Maybe not, if...

  • you are looking for free parking: nearby public parking costs €25 per day and requires a reservation.
  • you need air conditioning all year round; it operates from May to October.
  • you are travelling with more than four people and need to accommodate the whole group in one room.
  • you would rather stay away from theatres, cinemas and the activity on Gran Vía.

Hotel facilities & services

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.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tourist information
  • Shower
  • Garage parking

General facilities

  • Private check-in / check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour reception
  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in shared areas
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Snack vending machine
  • Drinks vending machine
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Parking

  • Garage parking

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Wardrobe
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

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.

Puerta del Sol — Central square and landmark for exploring the historic centre. 500 m
Madrid's Main Square — Historic arcaded square surrounded by terraces and traditional streets. 550 m
Royal Palace of Madrid — Historic palace with monumental halls and art collections. 600 m
Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza — Collection of European paintings from different periods. 1,2 km
Prado Museum — Leading museum for Spanish and European painting. 1,5 km
Museo Reina Sofía — Museum of modern and contemporary art, with notable Spanish works. 1,8 km

What guests say about Hostal Excelsior

8.6
Fabulous · 1.340 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.8
Cleanliness
8.8
Facilities
8.4
Value for money
8.7
Free Wi-Fi
8.7

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.

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