At the start of Calle de Hortaleza, next to Gran Vía, Hostal Casa Lemus is a classic pensión with simple rooms. A hostal is a simple Spanish guesthouse. You can choose between a private or a shared bathroom, which lets you keep costs down. It is a good fit if you will be out all day and want to sleep close to everything.
Location and getting around
Gran Vía is around the corner and Callao about 5 minutes on foot. In about 10 minutes you reach Puerta del Sol or Plaza de Cibeles, and in a quarter of an hour the Prado Museum.
Chueca begins just to the north, going up the same Calle de Hortaleza.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms have central heating, a TV, a safe and free wifi. Some have air conditioning and a private bathroom; others share a bathroom.
It is not stated that there is breakfast or 24-hour reception, so plan your arrival within the hours and have breakfast at a café in the area.
Who it suits
- You do not mind sharing a bathroom in return for a location next to Gran Vía.
- You want to walk to the museums on the Paseo del Prado and to Chueca.
- You travel on your own and the basics for resting are enough.
Good to know
- When booking, check whether the room has a private or a shared bathroom.
- Air conditioning is not in every room; in summer, ask beforehand.
- Arrival from 15:00 to 23:00, with photo ID and a credit card. Check-out until 12:00.
- Average rating on Booking: 8.3 out of 10.
You will find more places to stay in Madrid in the city guide.