Hostal Bianco is on the first floor of number 5 Calle de Echegaray, in the Barrio de las Letras. A hostal is a simple Spanish guesthouse. It is a classic-style guesthouse with simple rooms and a private bathroom. It works well as a base for seeing the museums and the centre on foot.
Location and getting around
Puerta del Sol is about 5 minutes’ walk away. In about 10 minutes you reach the Prado Museum, Plaza de Cibeles or Plaza Mayor.
Retiro Park is about 15 minutes on foot. With all that so close, for most visits you will not need transport; for Atocha or the airport, take the Metro from Sol.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms have tiled floors, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. There is a free kettle or coffee maker so you can make something in the room.
- Reception with tourist information.
- Luggage storage.
- Free wifi, according to the property.
Guests rate it 9.0 out of 10 on Booking.
Who it suits
- You put location ahead of extras.
- You like having a coffee in the room before going out.
- You want to take in the Paseo del Prado and Sol in the same morning.
Good to know
Check-in is from 13:30 to 23:00. Check-out is between 12:00 and 12:30. It is on the first floor and it is not stated whether there is a lift: if you have heavy luggage, ask. Breakfast is not served.
If you want to see other options in the centre, visit hotels in Madrid.