Hostal del Pez Azul occupies a renovated 19th-century building on Calle del Pez, in Malasaña, near Fuencarral and Gran Vía. Its rooms have a marble bathroom, a TV and free wifi. It is a good fit if you prefer to stay north of Gran Vía and still walk to Sol.
Location and getting around
Callao is about 5 minutes away on foot and Plaza de España about 10. Heading south, you reach Puerta del Sol in about 10 minutes and Plaza Mayor or the Royal Palace in about 15.
If you are going to the Prado, it is about 25 minutes on foot. For Atocha (about 35 minutes on foot) or the airport (about 12 km), the Metro or a taxi is the most comfortable.
Rooms and facilities
The building keeps a classic style inside. Rooms are simple, with free wifi, a TV and a marble bathroom.
Air conditioning, a lift, 24-hour reception and breakfast are not listed: if any of these is key for you, ask before booking.
Who it suits
- Couples who want to stay in Malasaña.
- Anyone shopping on Fuencarral or going to the theatre on Gran Vía.
- Travellers who need nothing more than a room with a bathroom.
Good to know
You can check in from 13:00 to 00:00 and must vacate the room before 12:00. If you arrive after midnight, speak to the guesthouse beforehand so they wait for you. Luggage storage is not listed either, so if your train leaves late, ask where to leave your bag.
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