La Candela Hostel Madrid
Madrid · Community of Madrid

La Candela Hostel Madrid

Adults-only hostel in Madrid, with mixed and female dormitories, free Wi-Fi and Lavapiés metro station 350 m away.

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8.1 Score
45 Reviews
16:00 Check-in
Area Madrid
Nearby Mercado de San Fernando · 150 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 16:00

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La Candela Hostel Madrid

La Candela Hostel Madrid is an adults-only hostel in Madrid, with shared mixed dormitories and an option reserved for women. Both categories offer one bunk bed per guest and air conditioning; one covers 80 m² and the other 78 m². The dormitories have bed linen, a power socket by the bed, a microwave, an electric kettle and a dining area. The bathrooms are shared and include a shower and hairdryer; the accommodation provides towels and toiletries.

The shared lounge, communal kitchen and free Wi-Fi let you alternate between relaxing and preparing something simple, while the tour desk helps you find your way around Madrid. The building also has heating, soundproofed rooms and accessibility features such as wheelchair access, a raised toilet and grab rails. It is on Calle de la Huerta del Bayo, in the Lavapiés area: the metro station of the same name is 350 m away, Mercado de San Fernando is 150 m away and Plaza Mayor de Madrid is 850 m away. Atocha is 1.2 km away.

La Candela Hostel Madrid
★ 8.1 · Very good · 45 reviews

Plan your stay at La Candela Hostel Madrid

Adults-only hostel in Madrid, with mixed and female dormitories, free Wi-Fi and Lavapiés metro station 350 m away.

Room types

The accommodation offers two shared dormitories: a mixed one covering 80 m² and another reserved for women, covering 78 m². In both, the advertised place is one bunk bed for one person, so your choice depends on which type of dormitory you prefer. Both spaces have air conditioning, bed linen, a power socket by the bed, a microwave, an electric kettle and a dining area with a table.

The bathroom is shared and has a shower; towels and bed linen are provided, and there is also a hairdryer and free toiletries. These categories are for travellers who are comfortable sharing a dormitory and bathroom facilities with other people. Each bed has a maximum capacity of one guest.

Bunk in Shared Mixed Dormitory — La Candela Hostel Madrid
Bunk in Shared Mixed Dormitory
80 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Air conditioning
  • Dining area

At 80 m², this bed is in the shared mixed dormitory, which has space for one person and a bunk bed. It has air conditioning, a dining area, a table, a microwave and an electric kettle; bed linen and a power socket by the bed complete the amenities for anyone booking a bed in a shared space.

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Bunk in Shared Dormitory - Female Only — La Candela Hostel Madrid
Bunk in Shared Dormitory - Female Only
78 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Heating
  • Microwave

This shared dormitory, reserved for women only, covers 78 m² and offers one place in a bunk bed. It has air conditioning, heating, a dining area, a table, a microwave and an electric kettle. Bed linen and a power socket by the bed are also provided; access reserved for women sets this option apart from the mixed dormitory.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you travel by public transport: Lavapiés metro station is 350 m away and Embajadores is 400 m away
  • you are looking for adults-only accommodation
  • you prefer to choose between a shared mixed dormitory and one reserved for women
  • you need accessible facilities, such as wheelchair access and a toilet with grab rails
  • you want to visit central attractions on foot, such as Plaza Mayor de Madrid, 850 m away

Maybe not, if...

  • you need a private room: the available options are shared dormitories
  • you prefer a private bathroom: the hostel bathrooms are shared
  • you are travelling with minors: the accommodation is for adults only
  • you need on-site parking: there is no parking

Hotel facilities & services

The hostel offers free Wi-Fi throughout and air conditioning. The TV area and shared lounge provide a communal space, while heating and soundproofed rooms offer further options for relaxing. Tourist information is also available. This is an adults-only accommodation and smoking is prohibited throughout the property.

The facilities include adaptations for guests with reduced mobility: wheelchair access, a lower washbasin, a raised toilet and a toilet with grab rails. Amenities include a shower, hairdryer, towels, bed linen and free toiletries. The shared kitchen has a dining table, an electric kettle and a microwave. Security is provided by cameras in communal areas, an alarm and 24-hour security.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tourist information
  • Shower
  • Adults only

General facilities

  • Shared TV lounge
  • Tourist information
  • CCTV in communal areas
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Adults only
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Lower washbasin
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Power socket near the bed
  • Dining area

Location & what to see

La Candela Hostel Madrid is on Calle de la Huerta del Bayo, in Madrid, in the Lavapiés area. Mercado de San Fernando is 150 m away, as is Iglesia de San Cayetano; Centro Cultural La Corrala is 260 m away. The Embajadores railway station and metro station are 400 m away, while Lavapiés metro station is 350 m away. Nearby restaurants include Casa Zoilo, 30 m away, and Tam Coc, 50 m away.

For longer journeys, Atocha railway station is 1.2 km away and Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas Airport is 11 km away. Plaza Mayor de Madrid is 850 m away; Puerta del Sol is 950 m away, and Royal Palace of Madrid is 1.3 km away. You can also visit Museo Reina Sofía, 900 m away, and Prado Museum and Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, both 1.3 km away. The accommodation has no parking, so metro and train connections are an alternative for getting around the city.

The area lets you combine walks around Lavapiés with visits to markets, cultural venues and religious architecture. Museo de la Felicidad is 460 m away and La Casa Encendida is 500 m away; Colegiata De San Isidro is 550 m away. Mercado de San Fernando has stalls and shops nearby, while Iglesia de San Cayetano offers a place of historical interest to visit. Parque de El Retiro, Templo de Debod and Casa de Campo are 2 km away. In May, Madrid celebrates the Fiestas de San Isidro, with events across the city; throughout the year, its museums and cultural venues make it easy to plan visits in different neighbourhoods.

Mercado de San Fernando — Neighbourhood market with a variety of stalls and shops to browse. 150 m
Museo Reina Sofía — Modern art museum featuring notable works by Spanish artists. 900 m
La Casa Encendida — Cultural centre with exhibitions, activities and contemporary art events. 500 m
Plaza Mayor de Madrid — Historic arcaded square surrounded by terraces and landmark buildings. 850 m
Puerta del Sol — Central square known for its clock and kilometre zero. 950 m
Atocha railway station — Madrid's main railway station, with national and regional connections. 1,2 km

What guests say about La Candela Hostel Madrid

8.1
Very good · 45 reviews
Staff
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Location
8.5
Cleanliness
8.6
Facilities
8.3
Value for money
8.7

Guests particularly appreciate the staff and the comfort of the facilities. Cleanliness and value for money also receive good ratings. The proximity to metro stations and several central attractions makes it easy to explore Madrid during your stay.

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