Hostal Olblanc Plaza De España By Batuecas is on Calle de Arriaza, about 5 minutes’ walk from Plaza de España. It is a hypoallergenic hostal (a simple Spanish guesthouse) with a private bathroom, air conditioning and free wifi. It suits you if you want to explore the west of the centre on foot: the Royal Palace, the Temple of Debod and Gran Vía.
Location and getting around
From the door you reach the Royal Palace and Plaza de España in about 5 minutes. Callao, on Gran Vía, and Plaza Mayor are about 15 minutes’ walk; Puerta del Sol is about 20.
For longer journeys, the Metro or a taxi is best: Atocha station is 2.8 km away and Terminal 4 at the airport about 13 km.
Rooms and facilities
All rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and wifi is free throughout the hostal. They also have a kettle and a fridge, useful if you want to keep drinks or make a tea. Some have a balcony onto the street.
The property describes itself as hypoallergenic. There is no information to suggest breakfast is served.
Who it suits
- You want to see the Royal Palace and the western gardens without taking transport.
- You have allergies and are looking for a place that declares itself hypoallergenic.
- You are travelling as a couple and will spend the day out.
- A practical room with a fridge is enough for a stay of several days.
Good to know
Check-in is from 15:00 to 00:00 and check-out until 11:00. On arrival you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card. If you would like a balcony, ask for one when booking, because not all rooms have one.
Guests give it an average of 8.7 out of 10 on Booking. If you want to compare with other guesthouses in the city, there are more options in the category.