On the second floor of a building on Calle de San Bernardo, about 5 minutes on foot from both Plaza de España and Callao, you will find Hostal La Casa De La Escritora. It has air-conditioned rooms with a desk and, according to the guesthouse, some have a balcony with city views. It is an option for anyone who wants to get around the centre on foot.
Location and getting around
Calle de San Bernardo leads into Gran Vía, so Callao and Plaza de España are about 5 minutes away. The Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol are about 15 minutes on foot.
If you want to go to the Prado Museum, allow about 25 minutes on foot. Atocha station is about 40 minutes on foot: with suitcases, the Metro or a taxi is more comfortable.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms are air conditioned and have a work table. The guesthouse’s own description mentions balconies with city views; if that matters, ask which rooms have one. There is free wifi throughout and express check-in.
Breakfast is not among the listed services. Booking.com guests give it an average of 9.7 out of 10.
Who it suits
- Couples spending a weekend exploring the centre on foot.
- Business travellers who need a desk for a laptop.
- Anyone who wants Gran Vía and its theatres close without sleeping on the avenue itself.
Good to know
- It is on the second floor and it is not stated whether there is a lift.
- Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:00. If your flight or train arrives late, tell the guesthouse.
- Check-out is from 07:00 to 12:00.
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