HOSTAL EL CATALAN, Madrid

Hostal El Catalan - A 2-star Madrid guesthouse with air-conditioned rooms in Malasaña district

Located 656.2 ft from Gran Vía Avenue and metro station, this Madrid hotel occupies a prime spot in the vibrant Malasaña district. Hostal El Catalan features functional rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, small fridges, and private bathrooms with baths and complimentary toiletries. Select rooms include balconies with city views, while others face an interior courtyard or street. The property provides free WiFi throughout, a communal microwave, and a safe for valuables. A tour desk assists guests with local information. Hostal El Catalan sits within walking distance of major attractions, with Puerta del Sol and Círculo de Bellas Artes just 0.3 miles away, and the Royal Palace of Madrid at 0.5 miles. The surrounding neighborhood houses numerous coffee shops, bakeries, vintage clothing stores, and restaurants, with Fuencarral Street and Chueca area accessible within a 5-minute walk.

Pros

Central location places guests 0.3 miles from multiple dining options including Steakburger Gran Via, El Tigre, and Fratelli d'Italia Chueca

Situated in Malasaña's student-friendly district, surrounded by vintage shops and cafes

Walking distance to major landmarks: Cybele Palace (0.5 miles), Royal Palace (0.5 miles), and El Retiro Park (1 mile)

Cons

Some rooms face an interior courtyard rather than offering city views

Public parking available only at nearby locations, not on-site