Hotel Artrip is an independent 2-star hotel in Lavapiés, with artworks in the common areas and 24-hour reception. Atocha station and the museums of the Paseo del Prado are close, so it is a good fit if you travel by train or come to see museums.
Location and getting around
The address is Calle de Valencia 11, in the Lavapiés neighbourhood, surrounded by taverns, galleries and small shops. Atocha and the Prado Museum are about 15 minutes on foot, and the Reina Sofía Museum is even closer. You reach Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor in about 20 minutes on foot. If you arrive from the airport, the hotel offers a transfer at an extra charge.
Rooms and facilities
It is a small hotel. The rooms are functional and bright, with air conditioning, soundproofed walls, a flat-screen satellite TV and a safe with room for a laptop. Some have a small balcony onto the street. There is free wifi.
On the ground floor there is a café and breakfast is a buffet. According to the hotel, there is also parking. Guests rate it 9 out of 10 on Booking.
Who it suits
- You arrive or leave by train from Atocha.
- Your plan is the Prado, the Reina Sofía and the Thyssen, and you want to walk.
- You like staying in a neighbourhood with its own life and long-established bars.
- You arrive late: reception never closes.
Good to know
You must tell the hotel in advance what time you will arrive; check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00. Ask about the conditions for parking and the airport transfer, as they have a cost or limited places. If you are looking for other simple options, see the 2-star hotels.