Near the end of Gran Vía, right by Plaza de España, Hostal Santillan offers simple rooms with a private bathroom. It is an option for anyone who wants to sleep in the centre but closer to the Royal Palace and the Temple of Debod than to Sol.
Location and getting around
It is at number 64 Gran Vía. Plaza de España and the Metro station of the same name are about 5 minutes away on foot, as is Callao.
Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace are about 10 minutes on foot. For the Prado or Retiro Park, about 25 to 30 minutes away, the Metro is worth it.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have wooden floors, a desk, a safe and a flat-screen TV. All have a private bathroom and toiletries; the hairdryer is available from reception.
There is free wifi and tourist information. According to the guesthouse, it has a discount arrangement with a nearby car park. Air conditioning and breakfast are not listed. On Booking.com it has an average of 8.8 out of 10.
Who it suits
- Guests arriving by car who want to park nearby at a discount.
- Visits centred on the Royal Palace, Plaza de España and the Temple of Debod.
- Those who are happy with a functional room and their own bathroom.
Good to know
- Check-in is between 13:00 and 23:00, and you must tell them your arrival time in advance.
- Check-out is at midday, at 12:00.
- Ask about the terms of the car park discount before you arrive.
Compare with other guesthouses in the city.