Hostal Ballesta

2.0 star property
City-center hostal within walking distance of Gran Via

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Superior Double Room | Terrace/patio
In the heart of Madrid, Hostal Ballesta is a warm retreat. Begin your day with free in-room WiFi and helpful staff who can assist with tour tickets or babysitting. With express check-in, a front-desk safe, and roundtrip airport shuttle available for trips to and from the airport.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $131
$144 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Desk
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Calle Ballesta 5, Madrid, Madrid, 28004

What's nearby

  • Gran Via - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Puerta del Sol - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Plaza Mayor - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Palace of Madrid - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Prado Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - 31 min drive
  • Madrid Recoletos Station - 17 min walk
  • Madrid Principe Pio Station - 22 min walk
  • Madrid (XOC-Atocha Train Station) - 29 min walk
  • Gran Via Station - 3 min walk
  • Callao Station - 4 min walk
  • Santo Domingo Station - 6 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪La Panera Rosa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zurch Café & Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lab 84 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zenith Brunch & Cocktails - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Burbujeria - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hostal Ballesta

When you stay at Hostal Ballesta, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Gran Via and Puerta del Sol. Also, Plaza Mayor and Royal Palace of Madrid are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Gran Via Station is 3 minutes and Callao Station is 4 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 35 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 60 per person (roundtrip)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Also known as

Ballesta Madrid
Hostal Ballesta
Hostal Ballesta Hostel
Hostal Ballesta Hostel Madrid
Hostal Ballesta Madrid
Hostal Ballesta Hotel Madrid
Hostal Ballesta Hotel Madrid
Hostal Ballesta Hostal
Hostal Ballesta Madrid
Hostal Ballesta Hostal Madrid

Frequently asked questions

Does Hostal Ballesta offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hostal Ballesta does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hostal Ballesta?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hostal Ballesta?

No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hostal Ballesta?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 60 per person roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hostal Ballesta?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hostal Ballesta?

No, this hostal doesn't have a casino, but Casino Gran Via (4-min walk) and Casino de Madrid (9-min walk) are both nearby.

What's the area around Hostal Ballesta like?

Hostal Ballesta is in Madrid Centro, a short 3-minute walk from Gran Via Station and 3 minutes' walk from Gran Via. Travelers love the hostal's prime location.

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Reviews

Hostal Ballesta Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The air conditioning worked great, providing a comfortable temperature during hot weather. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, walking distances to many tourist attractions
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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
Jose Maria Jeffrey Uy, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very close to Madrid city life excellent price!!!
Hilda, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice, clean place.
Elizabeth, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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Aileene, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place, clean, central, and affordable.
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8/10 Very good

Location, location, it was good
walter, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Bed was comfortable, we dont ate at hostal.
Ana Isabel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amo la localización de este lugar, accesible a todo, cómodo y personal amable todo el tiempo.
Natalie, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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8/10 Very good

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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was very clean and staff very helpful
Maria, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional

Its a nice clean place to stay the staff is very friendly and helpful
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8/10 Very good

Location very near Gran Via.
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8/10 Very good

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Reinaldo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable stay here. Central location and walking distance to all the main sites or easily accessible via metro. Room was comfortable
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10/10 Exceptional

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