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Hostal Ballesta

2.0 star property
Hostal near Gran Via in Madrid

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Interior
Front of property
Staircase
Superior Double Room | Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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Calle Ballesta 5, Madrid, Madrid, 28004
  • Place, Gran Via
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerta del Sol
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza Mayor
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Family Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Madrid

Heart of Madrid.Within a 10-minute walk of this Madrid Centro hostal, you'll find Gran Via and Puerta del Sol. Also, Plaza Mayor is within half a mile (1 km) and Royal Palace of Madrid is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gran Via - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Puerta del Sol - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Plaza Mayor - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Royal Palace of Madrid - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Prado Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Gran Via Station - 3 min walk
  • Madrid Recoletos Station - 17 min walk
  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Panera Rosa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zenith Brunch & Cocktails - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Burbujeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zurch Café & Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lab84 Malasaña - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hostal Ballesta

Hostal near Gran Via in Madrid
As a guest of Hostal Ballesta, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. The business-friendly Hostal Ballesta also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a complimentary grocery shopping service.

This Madrid hostal is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Grocery service (free)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Hostal Ballesta offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per person (roundtrip)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Ballesta Madrid
Hostal Ballesta
Hostal Ballesta Hostel
Hostal Ballesta Hostel Madrid
Hostal Ballesta Madrid
Hostal Ballesta Hotel Madrid
Hostal Ballesta Hotel Madrid
Hostal Ballesta Hostal
Hostal Ballesta Madrid
Hostal Ballesta Hostal Madrid

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hostal Ballesta to the airport?

Hostal Ballesta is 10.7 mi (31-min drive) away from the Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hostal Ballesta have an airport shuttle?

Hostal Ballesta offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 60 per person, roundtrip.

Does Hostal Ballesta offer free breakfast?

Hostal Ballesta does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hostal Ballesta?

No, there is no casino at this hostal, but Casino Gran Via (4-min walk) and Casino de Madrid (9-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hostal Ballesta?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hostal Ballesta?

Free parking is not available at this hostal.

Does Hostal Ballesta have a pool?

Hostal Ballesta does not have a pool.

Does Hostal Ballesta have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostal.

How close is Hostal Ballesta to downtown Madrid?

Hostal Ballesta is 0.3 mi away from Madrid.

Hostal Ballesta Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 552 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Driss

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James, Brighton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent value, very comfortable bed, and wonderful shower, so powerful. A bit worn round the edges, but for the amount paid I have no complaints
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Owen, Reading

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and basic hotel in the Gran Via area. In a central location which is perfect for sightseeing around Madrid along with visiting Parque Warner and Parque de Attractiones theme parks. Fantastic for a solo traveller looking for a basic hotel to stay in. Includes a safe and aircon which is fantastic as not many hotels offer a safe. The area immediately outside of the hotel on the street seemed to have quite a few prostitutes around however they didn't seem to bother me. It's not the hotel's fault though, it's just the area that it happens to be in seems to be a hotspot. Definitely recommend the hotel if visiting Madrid and solo travelling.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In great location. Was comfortable and staff were lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

sandra e

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra läge, bra service, mysigt.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morena, San Diego

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle Ann

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

martin

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge Alexis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near Gran Via.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect little hostal
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vincenzo

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAVIER, naguabo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, 2 blocks from La Gran Via, close to Sol. Laundromat, Breakfast place and Convenience store right outside the front door
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Arben

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The "hostal" was nice and clean. Its location is superb. The surrounding area is a bit noisy, but the main problem with the noise is the poor acoustic isolation of the rooms. You could hear the conversation in a normal voice from the next room. For two nights, we could hardly sleep as our next-door neighbours had a baby who wouldn't stop crying.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mariella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

MONICA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room for solo traveler , close to everything , very clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was worried when I got there, the street was extremely noisy at night , when I got in the room, I was pleasantly surprised by a renovated, spacious and totally quiet room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025