What is the cost of a hostel in Madrid?

€69/night is an average price for a hostel in Madrid throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in June is the most expensive month to book, and in January is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Madrid hostels for as low as €7/night. In general, Madrid hostels for €57 or less are a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Madrid?

Based on our data, Onefam Sungate is the best Madrid hostel, with a rating of 9.4/10 from 4,596 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Roisa Hostal Boutique is the nearest hostel in Madrid to Madrid Barajas Airport, at a distance of 9.8 km.

What area of Madrid is most popular to stay in?

The most popular neighbourhood is Centro, with 13% of our users looking to stay in Madrid searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. Modular Rooms is a popular hostel in Centro that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

What is the most popular hostel in Madrid closest to Puerta del Sol?

The most popular hostel in Madrid that’s close to Puerta del Sol is Toc Hostel Madrid. Just 0.2 km separate Toc Hostel Madrid from Puerta del Sol, the city’s most popular attraction. 6,036 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Toc Hostel Madrid a score of 8.6/10.

Should I stay in a Madrid hostel?

Staying in a Madrid hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in Madrid tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

Does Madrid have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

Yes, 17 Madrid hostels list “Wi-Fi” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Madrid with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Generator Madrid.

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What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Madrid?

The cheapest day to stay in Madrid is Thursday (€24). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is €140.

Which Madrid neighborhoods are most popular to stay in?

Those visiting Madrid tend to stay in Sol, where a hostel costs around €101/night. Another popular neighborhood in Madrid is Embajadores, which is €23/night on average for a hostel.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Madrid?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Madrid. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was €37 per night.

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Hostal Sardinero

Prado, 16, Madrid, Spain

0.4 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

€62

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What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Madrid?

The cheapest day to stay in Madrid is Thursday (€24). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is €140.

Which Madrid neighborhoods are most popular to stay in?

Those visiting Madrid tend to stay in Sol, where a hostel costs around €101/night. Another popular neighborhood in Madrid is Embajadores, which is €23/night on average for a hostel.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Madrid?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Madrid. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was €37 per night.

Top-rated Madrid, Spain hostels

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Some of the very best Madrid hostels as rated by our users. Make sure to read hostel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.

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