Mola Hostel
Madrid · Community of Madrid

Mola Hostel

Hostel in Madrid with mixed and female dormitories, private rooms, free WiFi and walking access to Sol and Plaza Mayor.

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7.8 Score
5.498 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Madrid
Nearby Plaza Mayor de Madrid · 300 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Mola Hostel

Mola Hostel is a hostel in Madrid, 250 m from Puerta del Sol, with private rooms and shared dormitories.

Its accommodation includes beds in mixed dormitories of different sizes and female dormitories, as well as private rooms for couples, groups and families. The rooms have air conditioning; some options include a balcony and views of a landmark, and private rooms include a bathroom with a shower. WiFi is free throughout the property and reception is open 24 hours a day. There is also a bar, games room, karaoke and walking tours, along with a buffet breakfast.

The property is at Atocha 16, in Centro de Madrid: Plaza Mayor is 300 m away and Sol metro station is 300 m away. The Prado Museum is 950 m away and Atocha railway station is 1.3 km away. Only children over 16 can stay, and they must book a private room and be accompanied by an adult. A refundable €10 cash deposit is required on arrival.

Mola Hostel
★ 7.8 · Good · 5.498 reviews

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Hostel in Madrid with mixed and female dormitories, private rooms, free WiFi and walking access to Sol and Plaza Mayor.

Room types

Mola Hostel's rooms include a private double option and mixed or female shared dormitories. The latter have capacities of four, six, eight or ten beds; there are also private quadruple and family rooms for groups of up to eight people. The range lets you choose between a bed in a shared dormitory and a private space for travelling as a group.

Air conditioning is available in the different room categories, and several include a balcony; some also offer views of a landmark. Shared rooms range from 10 to 16 m², while the private quadruple room is 18 m² and the family rooms are up to 22 m². Dormitory beds are bunk beds, and private rooms have a private bathroom with a shower.

Double Room - 2 Beds — Mola Hostel
Double Room - 2 Beds
10 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Views of a landmark

At 10 m² and suitable for two people, this private option adds a balcony and views of a landmark, features not found in every category. Air conditioning and a private bathroom complete this compact room for guests who prefer their own space.

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Mola Hostel
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
10 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • Views

This individual bed is in a 10 m² mixed dormitory with four beds. The balcony and views set it apart from shared options without notable views; it also has air conditioning. It is the smallest option for guests looking to stay in a shared room.

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Mola Hostel
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
12 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

The bed is in a 12 m² mixed dormitory with six beds. A balcony and air conditioning are its main features; unlike some other shared categories, no specific views are listed. It is an option with a mid-range capacity among the mixed dormitories.

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Mola Hostel
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
14 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • Views

This mixed dormitory offers one bed among eight, with 14 m² of space. It has a balcony, air conditioning and views, as well as a desk, a feature that distinguishes it from some of the smaller shared dormitories. It is suited to guests who do not need a private room.

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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — Mola Hostel
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
16 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • Views of a landmark

At 16 m², this is the largest mixed dormitory in this category, with ten bunk beds. It has a balcony, air conditioning and views of a landmark. Its size makes it possible to stay in a larger group than in the dormitories with four, six or eight beds.

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Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room — Mola Hostel
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
12 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

This individual bed is in a 12 m² female dormitory with six beds. It has a balcony and air conditioning, and lets you choose a shared space reserved for women instead of a mixed dormitory. The bunk-bed layout is suited to a simple stay in central Madrid.

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Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room — Mola Hostel
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room
14 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Air conditioning
  • Hardwood or parquet flooring

The 8-bed female dormitory offers an individual bed in 14 m². It has air conditioning, heating and hardwood or parquet flooring. Compared with the 6-bed female option, it has more beds and a larger floor area; it is a shared alternative for guests who prefer to share with women only.

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Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom — Mola Hostel
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
18 m²

  • 4 Bunk beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Balcony
  • Views of a landmark

This 18 m² private room accommodates up to four people and has a private bathroom. The balcony, views of a landmark and desk distinguish it from beds in shared dormitories. Its four bunk beds let a small group book the entire room.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in Centro de Madrid and walk to Puerta del Sol, 250 m away.
  • you are travelling alone and prefer a mixed or female shared dormitory, with options from 4 to 10 beds.
  • you are looking for a private room for two, four or up to eight people.
  • you need reception open 24 hours a day and free WiFi throughout the property.
  • you are interested in organised activities: walking tours, karaoke, and live music or performances are available.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: Mola Hostel has no parking.
  • you are travelling with children under 16: Mola Hostel only admits children over that age.
  • you are travelling with minors without an adult: guests over 16 must stay in a private room and be accompanied by an adult.
  • you prefer to avoid a cash deposit: Mola Hostel requires a €10 damage deposit on arrival, refundable when you leave after the property has been checked.

Hotel facilities & services

The communal areas offer ways to alternate between relaxing and activities during your stay. The hostel has a shared TV lounge, games room, karaoke, board games and puzzles; it also organises live music and performances and walking tours. The bar gives you a place to have a drink without leaving the property, while lockers provide a place to store your belongings.

Reception is open 24 hours a day and provides tourist information. The building has a lift, heating and air conditioning, as well as an internet connection and family rooms. The property is non-smoking. Bathrooms include toilet paper, a toilet, a shower, a hairdryer and a private bathroom; rooms have a bedside socket and a clothes rack.

General facilities

  • Live music / performances
  • Walking tours
  • Karaoke
  • Games room
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Lockers
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour reception
  • Board games / puzzles
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet flooring
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms

Food & drink

  • Bar

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

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

Location & what to see

Mola Hostel is at Atocha 16, in Centro de Madrid, an urban area where squares, museums and shopping streets connect along walking routes. Puerta del Sol is 250 m away and Plaza Mayor de Madrid is 300 m away; Plaza de Santa Ana is also 300 m away. Velázquez Tech is 70 m away, and Museo de las ilusiones is 110 m away, adding short visits to a walk around the city centre.

The metro makes it easy to get around Madrid: Tirso de Molina metro station is 200 m away and Sol metro station is 300 m away. Embajadores is 1 km away and Atocha railway station is 1.3 km away. Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas Airport is 11 km away. For journeys around the city, these connections make it easy to combine metro and train; the hostel has no parking, so public transport is a useful alternative.

Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza is 800 m away, the Prado Museum is 950 m away and Museo Reina Sofía is 1 km away; you can plan an art route from the city centre to visit all three. Royal Palace of Madrid is 850 m away, while Parque de El Retiro is 1.7 km away and Templo de Debod is 1.6 km away. In the warmer months, Retiro offers an outdoor walk between cultural visits; throughout the rest of the year, squares, palaces and museums still offer urban itineraries that you can spread over several days.

Plaza Mayor de Madrid — A large arcaded square and a meeting point between the historic streets of the old town. 300 m
Puerta del Sol — A central square known for its New Year's Eve clock and kilometre zero. 250 m
Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza — An extensive art collection featuring European paintings from different periods and styles. 800 m
Museo Reina Sofía — A modern and contemporary art museum, known for housing Guernica. 1 km
Prado Museum — A European painting museum with masterpieces by great Spanish artists. 950 m
Parque de El Retiro — A historic park for walking, boating and visiting the Palacio de Cristal. 1,7 km

What guests say about Mola Hostel

7.8
Good · 5.498 reviews
Staff
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Location
9.2
Cleanliness
8.1
Facilities
8.0
Value for money
8.2
Free Wi-Fi
7.4

Guests particularly appreciate how easy it is to explore the city centre on foot; staff service and cleanliness also receive favourable comments. Comfort and value for money are rated well, while the wireless connection receives a more moderate rating.

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