If you want to sleep between Malasaña and Plaza de España, Hostal Los Perales is a simple hostal (a Spanish guesthouse) on Calle de la Palma. Rooms have Wi-Fi and a TV, and reception offers tourist information. It works best as a base for getting around the centre on foot.
Location and getting around
Calle de la Palma runs through Malasaña. According to the property, Noviciado Metro station is about a three-minute walk away. On foot, Gran Vía and Plaza de España are about 10 minutes away, and Puerta del Sol and the Royal Palace about 20.
Chueca is also close, on the other side of Calle de Fuencarral. For the Prado Museum or Atocha, more than 2.5 km away, the Metro is the better option.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have a TV and free Wi-Fi. Reception gives tourist information to help you plan your visits. It is not stated whether the bathroom is private, or whether there is air conditioning, breakfast or a lift; if any of these matter to you, ask before booking.
Who it suits
- Couples who want to go out for dinner in Malasaña and Chueca without taking transport.
- Travellers looking for a simple hostal with the Metro nearby.
- Anyone going to see a show around Gran Vía.
Good to know
- You can arrive between 15:00 and 00:00, and you must tell them your arrival time in advance.
- Check-out is at 11:00 at the latest.
- Guests rate it 5.1 out of 10 on Booking.com.
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