Hostal Nersan 2 is a simple guesthouse on Calle de Santa Engracia, in the Chamberí district. A hostal is a simple Spanish guesthouse. It suits you if you prefer to sleep in a residential area north of the centre and take the metro to Chueca, the Castellana or the museums.
Location and getting around
Santa Engracia is one of the long streets of Chamberí, with postcode 28010. From here, Gran Vía and Callao are about 25 minutes’ walk away, as are Plaza de España and the Cibeles and Puerta de Alcalá area. Puerta del Sol is about 30 minutes on foot.
You reach the Santiago Bernabéu stadium in about 40 minutes’ walk. For Atocha station (about 2.9 km) or Chamartín (4.6 km), the metro or a taxi is better. Terminal 4 of the airport is about 11 km away.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms are simple: heating, a flat-screen TV and, in most, a balcony. There is free wifi and reception gives you tourist information to plan your days.
Breakfast and air conditioning in the rooms are not listed. On Booking it has an average score of 6.9 out of 10.
Who it suits
- You like the idea of staying in a residential neighbourhood rather than the most touristy area.
- You are going to the Bernabéu or have appointments along the Castellana.
- You get around mainly by metro and spend the day out.
- You just want a simple room to sleep in.
Good to know
- Arrival is from 14:00 to 22:00: if your train or flight arrives at night, bear this in mind when booking.
- At check-in you are asked for photo ID and a credit card.
- You must leave the room before 11:00.
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