In the heart of the Barrio de las Letras, Hostal Das León is on Calle del León, between Puerta del Sol and Paseo del Prado. It is a simple Spanish guesthouse with free wifi, and some rooms have a balcony. It is a good fit if your trip centres on the museums and the historic centre.
Location and getting around
Three key places are about 10 minutes away on foot: Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and the Prado Museum. Atocha station and Retiro Park are about 20 minutes on foot, and Gran Vía about a quarter of an hour.
To go further afield, you can take the Metro at Sol or at Atocha.
Rooms and facilities
All rooms have a desk, bed linen and towels. Some have a balcony over the street. Wifi is free throughout the building.
Booking.com guests give it an average score of 8.5 out of 10.
Who it suits
- Anyone visiting the Prado, the Thyssen and the Reina Sofía in a few days.
- Guests arriving by train at Atocha who want to walk to their accommodation.
- Those who like going out for dinner or tapas in the centre and walking back.
Good to know
- Arrival is between 15:00 and 22:00, and you need to say in advance what time you will arrive.
- Check-out is by 12:00.
- Air conditioning, a private bathroom in every room and 24-hour reception are not listed: confirm them if they matter to you, especially in summer.
You will find other options in our guide to places to stay in Madrid.