Very close to the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, Hostal CH Otello Rooms I is on Calle Campomanes, next to Plaza de Ópera. Rooms have a private bathroom and there is a shared lounge for guests. It is a practical base for exploring the Habsburg quarter of Madrid on foot.
Location and getting around
Ópera Metro station is a few steps away. From the door:
- the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor are about 5 minutes on foot;
- Puerta del Sol and Plaza de España are about 10 minutes;
- the Prado Museum is about 25 minutes.
The Teatro Real, on Plaza de Ópera itself, is right next door.
Rooms and facilities
Each room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer, a flat-screen TV, heating, a wardrobe and a desk. There is free wifi and a shared lounge, useful for planning the day or taking a break between visits. Air conditioning, breakfast and 24-hour reception are not listed.
Who it suits
- Anyone going to a performance at the Teatro Real.
- Guests who want to see the Royal Palace, Almudena Cathedral and Plaza Mayor without taking the Metro.
- Those who need a desk to work on a laptop for a while.
Good to know
Arrival is between 14:30 and midnight, with photo ID and a credit card. Check-out is by 11:30. In summer, bear in mind that air conditioning is not listed. If you have large suitcases, ask whether the building has a lift, as none is listed. The average Booking.com score is 7.4 out of 10. More places to stay in our guide to Madrid.