If you arrive by train, the Hostal Don Juan I Alcalá de Henares is about a 5-minute walk from the Alcalá de Henares Cercanías commuter train station. It is a simple hostal (a basic Spanish guesthouse) on Calle Don Juan I, with free wifi, a bar with a terrace and pets accepted. It is a practical base between the station and the historic centre.
Location and getting around
It stands north of the historic centre. On foot you have:
- Alcalá de Henares Cercanías station, about 5 minutes away, with direct trains to Madrid;
- Plaza de Cervantes and Calle Mayor, about 10 minutes;
- the University of Alcalá (Colegio de San Ildefonso), also about 10 minutes.
For Madrid–Barajas Airport (T4), about 19 km away, a taxi or car is the most convenient option.
Rooms and facilities
The hostal has free wifi throughout and a bar with a terrace and an outdoor seating area. According to the property, pets of up to 7 kg are accepted.
There is no sign that breakfast is served, though you will find cafés a few minutes away in the centre. Air conditioning and parking are not listed either.
Who it suits
- Travellers with a small dog.
- Anyone commuting to Madrid by Cercanías who wants the station close.
- Weekend visitors who are happy with a simple guesthouse.
Good to know
Check-in is from 13:00 and check-out is by 12:00. Bring photo ID and a credit card, as both are asked for at check-in. If you travel with a pet, say so when booking and confirm the weight limit. On the Alcalá de Henares page you will find more places to stay near the station and the centre.