On Calle del Pozo, a side street about 5 minutes’ walk from Puerta del Sol, is Hostal Windsor Puerta del Sol. A hostal is a simple Spanish guesthouse. It occupies a renovated historic building. It is a good fit if location is what counts in your choice and you will spend little time in the room.
Location and getting around
From here the centre can be covered on foot:
- Puerta del Sol: about 5 minutes.
- Plaza Mayor and Gran Vía: about 10 minutes.
- Prado Museum and Cibeles: about 15 minutes.
- Atocha station: about 25 minutes.
Sol Metro station connects you with the rest of the city; for IFEMA or the airport, more than 8 km away, count on the Metro or a taxi.
Rooms and facilities
Little is listed: rooms in a renovated old building and free wifi. Air conditioning, 24-hour reception, breakfast and a lift are not listed. If you travel in summer or with heavy luggage, ask about the air conditioning and access before booking.
Who it suits
- You want a central base for a two- or three-day break.
- You walk between the Barrio de las Letras, Sol and Plaza Mayor.
- You are a couple and need no services beyond the room.
If you are looking for more services, compare with other guesthouses in the city.
Good to know
You can check in from 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00, so you have half the morning for a last walk before leaving. Guests rate it 7.9 out of 10 on Booking.