HOSTAL EL PILAR, Madrid

Hostal El Pilar - A family-run Madrid guesthouse steps from Puerta del Sol with city views

Located on Calle Carretas 13 in Madrid's centuries-old Centro district, this 2-star Madrid hotel places guests at the heart of the city's cultural hub. Hostal El Pilar occupies a central position just meters from Puerta del Sol and a 5-minute walk from Gran Via Street. The air-conditioned rooms feature premium bedding, private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, flat-screen TVs, safes, and free WiFi, with select rooms offering views of Puerta del Sol. The property maintains a 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff, luggage storage, and vending machines for snacks and beverages. Key landmarks within walking distance include Plaza Mayor (0.5 miles), Parque del Retiro (1 mile), and the Royal Botanical Garden (1 mile). Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is situated 8 miles from the property.

Pros

Multiple dining options within 984.3 ft, including Museo del Jamon, La Mallorquina, and Taberna Alhambra

Multilingual staff available 24/7

Convenient vending machines for quick refreshments

Some rooms offer direct views of the bustling Puerta del Sol

Cons

8 miles distance from the airport

No on-site restaurant