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Josefina Hostal

Madrid · Spain

C/ Gran Vía, 44 7View location

7.6/10Very good388 Reviews
Cleanliness8.0/108.0
Service7.4/107.4
Comfort7.0/107.0
Condition7.2/107.2
Location9.4/109.4
Neighborhood9.0/109.0
Amenities7.0/107.0
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About Josefina Hostal

The 23 welcoming guest rooms offer a perfect place to relax at the end of the day. Those staying at this property may surf on the internet thanks to the Wi-Fi access ready to use on public areas.

Everyone staying at this accommodation may contact the reception desk any time during the day. Josefina Hostal may charge a fee for some services.

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With a stay at Hostal Josefina, you'll be centrally located in Madrid, steps from Gran Via and 5 minutes by foot from Puerta del Sol. This hostal is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Plaza Mayor and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Plaza de España.

Stay in one of 23 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Wireless internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Important information

  • You need to know
    • 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.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • 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
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
    • Luggage storage is available for a surcharge.
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 7.5 for adults and EUR 7.5 for children
    • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Gran Via 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Preciados Street 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Plaza de Callao 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Lope de Vega Theatre 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Casino Gran Via 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
El Oso y el Madrono 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Puerta del Sol 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Calle de Alcalá 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Teatro Coliseum 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Royal Theatre 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Plaza de España 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Plaza Mayor 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Plaza de Oriente 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Plaza de Canalejas 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
San Miguel Market 0.7 km / 0.4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 23
  • hotel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • Bellboy serviceExtra charge
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safeExtra charge
  • Lift access
  • Concierge
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  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Towels and bed linenExtra charge
  • Café
  • BarExtra charge
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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DB

Buffet Breakfast

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RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

CB

Continental Breakfast

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • TRIPLE CITY VIEW TWO BEDSTRIPLE • CITY VIEW TWO BEDSTPL.2B-CV

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    TRIPLE CITY VIEW TWO BEDS

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    CITY VIEW TWO BEDS

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    Room code: TPL.2B-CV

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  • DOUBLE CITY VIEWDOUBLE • CITY VIEWDBL.CV

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    DOUBLE CITY VIEW

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    DOUBLE
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    CITY VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.CV

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: TWN.ST

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  • Room TWO BEDSRoom • TWO BEDSROO.2B

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    Room TWO BEDS

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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.2B

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  • TWIN CITY VIEWTWIN • CITY VIEWTWN.CV

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    TWIN CITY VIEW

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    TWIN
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    CITY VIEW

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    Room code: TWN.CV

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  • DOUBLE BASICDOUBLE • BASICDBL.Z1

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    DOUBLE BASIC

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    DOUBLE
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    BASIC

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    Room code: DBL.Z1

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  • Room BASICRoom • BASICROO.Z1

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    Room BASIC

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    BASIC

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    Room code: ROO.Z1

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  • SINGLE BASICSINGLE • BASICSGL.Z1

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    SINGLE BASIC

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    BASIC

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    Room code: SGL.Z1

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  • Double or Twin CAPACITY 2Double or Twin • CAPACITY 2DBT.C2

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    Double or Twin CAPACITY 2

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    CAPACITY 2

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    Room code: DBT.C2

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  • Room RUN OF HOUSERoom • RUN OF HOUSEROO.RO

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    Room RUN OF HOUSE

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    RUN OF HOUSE

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    Room code: ROO.RO

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  • TRIPLE CITY VIEWTRIPLE • CITY VIEWTPL.CV

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    TRIPLE CITY VIEW

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    TRIPLE
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    CITY VIEW

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    Room code: TPL.CV

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  • TRIPLE STANDARDTRIPLE • STANDARDTPL.ST

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    TRIPLE STANDARD

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: TPL.ST

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: SGL.ST

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  • TRIPLE BASICTRIPLE • BASICTPL.Z1

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    TRIPLE BASIC

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    TRIPLE
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    BASIC

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    Room code: TPL.Z1

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  • QUADRUPLE STANDARDQUADRUPLE • STANDARDQUA.ST

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    QUADRUPLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    QUADRUPLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: QUA.ST

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Josefina Hostal

7.6
Very good
388 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.0 /10
Service
7.4 /10
Comfort
7.0 /10
Condition
7.2 /10
Location
9.4 /10
Neighborhood
9.0 /10
Amenities
7.0 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2026
Maria
The breakfast was really good , not a buffet but a set menu with a great view , the location was excellent and the staff was nice and helpful , a great stay !!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Nov 2025
Loi
Room is clean.
Staff is nice.
Breakfast is good.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
03 Nov 2025
Evi
Despite a great location and friendly staff I wouldn’t recommend nor stay in the hotel again. Luckily it was only 1 night, would have moved if I was suppose to stay there any longer.
The room was tiny, view on the wall, scary, claustrophobic lift, dodgy and smelly entrance to the building. No soundproofing so I could even here the people next door snoring. Not a good night sleep and deffo not worth the price paid.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2025
Jean
The Hostal room was clean and the bed comfortable. Nice towels. Nice coffee in reception available before breakfast. Location -spectacular.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
15 Sep 2025
Humberto
The pictures are very different than reality
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
18 Aug 2025
MARIA

Secured and close to everywhere.

I slept really well, no noise, and good views at Sky 44 and even from my window. The only thing it is on the 7th floor and elevator had issues in addition of me not liking the small elevator I used the stairs in total 9 floors from the base. They close the door at midnight, but they say you can use your car to open the door. The only thing I did not like was there is no mini fridge.Make sure you get what you selected.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2025
Mirela Crina
The room was very clean, had great size for 3 people, good beds, great big bathroom and 2 little balconies with amazing views. And all that in the heart of the city. We walked everywhere to museums, parks, shopping, restaurants, city's main landmarks. Highly recommend it!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
11 Aug 2025
Miguel
La localizacion es muy buena, a pasos de todo. El aire acondicionado no se podia controlar desde el cuarto, hacia calor. Se escuchaban ruidos de otros huespedes. Subi varias veces los 7 pisos por las escaleras pues el ascensor tardaba en llegar y era pequeno. Cama comoda y cuarto pequeno pero para dormir ok.
6/10
Pleasant
09 Aug 2025
Charles

Thank you for having us there.

Excelent Breakfast, good location. Average room facilities, old building, slow elavator service, average cleanning service.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
01 Jul 2025
Valeria
El check in fue muy desordenado. Aparte de eso, no podíamos controlar la temperatura del aire acondicionado desde nuestra habitación y tuve que salir tres veces a pedirle al de recepción que si lo podía prender o bajarle por qué no estaba funcionando( en pleno verano), al final nunca enfrió.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Jun 2025
Andre
The staff was amazing, the location was unmatched, and the breakfast on the rooftop was great. That said, we had constant issues with the AC. The first night it didn’t work at all, and the second night it only barely worked. Additionally, the elevator was a constant problem. One four-person capacity elevator serves the hotels on the fifth, seventh, eighth, and ninth floors. We frequently ended up just having to climb eight flights of stairs. Besides the elevator and the AC, we had no issues.
6/10
Pleasant
11 Apr 2025
Eric

Mixed bag

Little bit difficult to find. Sketchy entrance. Small lift or 7 floors of stairs. Friendly staff.
Business
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2025
olujide
It’s no 5 star hotel but it did the job - right in the middle of town. Amazing views at the roof top. Walking distance to everything. So many restaurants and souvenir stores. Elevator only holds 3 people due to weight restriction so plan ahead. Hotel is on the 7th floor. No complaints at all. Only stayed in the room to sleep And shower.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Mar 2025
Jose L. Garcia
Me hospedé en el Hostal Josefina y mi experiencia fue mixta.

Ubicación: 5/5
La localización es simplemente perfecta, en plena Gran Vía, con acceso inmediato a estaciones de metro como Callao, Santo Domingo y Gran Vía. Además, hay una gran variedad de restaurantes, tiendas y comercios a pocos pasos, lo que facilita cualquier necesidad durante la estadía.

Servicio: 5/5
El personal fue muy amable y atento en todo momento, lo cual hizo la estancia más agradable. Siempre estuvieron dispuestos a ayudar con cualquier consulta o necesidad.

Comodidad: 1/5
Aquí es donde el hostal tiene su mayor debilidad. La habitación era demasiado pequeña, y lo mismo el baño y la ducha, lo que hacía que el espacio se sintiera incómodo. Para estancias cortas y solo para dormir puede estar bien, pero si buscas más comodidad, este aspecto puede ser un problema.

En resumen, si la prioridad es la ubicación y un buen servicio, el Hostal Josefina es una opción excelente. Sin embargo, si el espacio y la comodidad son importantes para ti, quizás sea mejor considerar otras alternativas.

Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Feb 2025
robb
Nice city, but I wouldn’t be back. Hotel was good. We
Iiked the place but it’s loud. Valencia is way better.

Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
07 Dec 2024
Bertha
Loved the location and the reception staff was very nice, my only complaint is that the cleaning staff gets way too loud in the mornings, especially the older lady who seems to constantly give loud instructions to the rest as if she was arguing with them. Other than that, it would be a great choice.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2024
Einar
Muy buen servicio y muy buen hotel.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2024
Bertha
Great location, with nearby markets, hair salon and family owned restaurants. Perfect for long stays
6/10
Pleasant
21 Oct 2024
maria
Good service
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
13 Oct 2024
Mario
Staff was not nice..
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
08 Oct 2024
Stacie
great location, nice rooftop
6/10
Pleasant
28 Aug 2024
Diana
A nice hostel for solo travelers, rooms are small!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Jul 2024
Winnie

Trouble communicating to the hotel staff

My son accidentally left his favorite stuffed animal on the bed. I tried to contact the hotel from the hotels.com support line within one hour after we checked out, as we will be in town until 2 weeks later. No one responded and I tried to call the hotel numerous times, but no one ever picked up the phone call. The stuffed animal is an old toy that may be worthless to others, but it was very special to my son. I am hoping the staff will be able to retrieve for us and we will be able to pick up in person before we leave Madrid.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2024
Jose
All Good
2/10
Poor
07 Sep 2023
Maribel
Bathrooms were dirty one miniature soap for 2 people
We had to ask for Toilet constantly
Towels were not replaced with New ones till we asked
One day we had to wait for towels due to being washed
Bedding were never changed
Never again
I give it -0
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2022
Jose Mario
This is an incredibly-well located hotel, with a great view on the 10th floor, a bar and great air conditioning. A lot of value for my money.
Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
27 Jul 2021
Verified traveler

100% would not recommend, lazy staff

I have never seen a man so lazy in my life, having arrived at this hostel, it was so dirty that I looked again on the webpage if I checked in at the same place I reserved, apparently I did, but they manage multiple hostels from the same counter, I looked if any other room at the same building was available at the hotels.com website, and they were, so I went to the counter and asked to upgrade the room, that I would pay the difference, anything but sleeping on that dirty room, the staff guy, who told me was from Cuba, and I told him that I haven't visited his country yet, proceeded to tell me that while he could upgrade the room, it was too much work and he didn't gain anything from doing so, and that the rooms were all the same (they were not), anyway, 100% would not recommend, better and cheaper places are available, just keep looking
8/10
Excellent
31 Oct 2019
Josefina
Excelente
Friends_and_family Friends
4/10
Poor
05 Oct 2019
michael
£550 for 4 nights at this dump.. Avoid it like the plague
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2019
Isela
Great location, receptionist very friendly, place very clean, will happily stay again!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
29 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Can't beat the location in Madrid city center! It's right in the middle and walking distance to everything, the hop on hop off bus stop is 100 m away. metro less than 50 meters.
rooms are small but clean, the front desk staff was helpful but not super friendly. The wait for the small elevator that serves several hostels in the building can be annoying when you have luggage.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Very clean, centrally located, and great little roof bar
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
02 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
It was fine. I needed a clean bed and private bath. That was all it was. So all was fine.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Jun 2019
Mr Owen

Hostal

Overnight stay bed very comfortable good shower only downside many rooms and tiled floor so hear everybody arriving or going I would stay again.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
Everything, except that one lift, for 4 people, is not enough !!! sometimes I had long waits
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
08 Jun 2019
Verified traveler

Great view.

Hard to find. Old Slow lift takes 4 people and long queues waiting.. We walked up 7 flights of stairs. Extremely noisy room if window was open.. It was a good location. Very expensi6.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Jun 2019
Gary

Champions League Night

I stayed here for Champions League final night and it was a last minute booking and was charged £120 for the night which I thought was quite reasonable all things considered .
The location was very good right on a main road opposite Calleo tube walking distance to the centre etc.
The hotel is on the seventh floor of a building with quite a few other small hotels in it . There is a lift which holds four people but worked ok.
The room was clean and the shower room ok . It was small but as there was only me that wasn’t a problem .i didn’t go for the breakfast as there was a McDonald’s about 200 yards down the road.
There was no view from the window just a brick wall but again that didn’t really bother me.
8/10
Excellent
12 May 2019
Verified traveler
Perfect location! Fantastic city view! Small but ideal balcony. Reception primarily speaks Spanish but it wasn't an issue. Rooms are not individually climate controlled but we were comfortable. This is a noisy location because it is central (like Times Square NYC). The room isn't luxurious but for the price & location, it can't be beat.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2019
Vaslavo
I personally didn’t stay, book this room for my father in law in a hurry but went the next day to pick him up, very centric, clean, the staff is helpful and he said that he room was clean, comfortable, big for what you expect in an hostal and they have a floor for break fast that is very cheap, also if you check out early can drop the bags on a secure place for only an euro
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
24 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
The only thing I liked was the breakfast at the rooftop. The property is overpriced based on what you get - very small room, clean bath towels but with spots, an extremely small elevator serving five more hostales in the building, no drawers to place clothing, etc. This property should be priced at 60 euros per night, not 180 euros. In general terms, very uncomfortable.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
Nice hotel, excellent location and view was amazing
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
22 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
el hotel muy centrico justo en Gran via y Callao, habitacion y hotel muy limpia, el unico inconveniente el ropero no tenia ni una gaveta para colocar la ropa o articulos personales, habia que tirarlos al piso o dejarlos en la maleta. por lo demas todo esta correcto.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
17 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
This was the first hostal of many and it set the bar for our expectations. It was clean and the staff were kind. We had an amazing view of the city. Overall a pleasant experience.
8/10
Excellent
09 Dec 2018
Jose
Everything I expected. Great location, room was clean, and staff was super friendly.
8/10
Excellent
07 Aug 2018
Karen

Great find

The entrance is a little daunting - but don’t be put off!! On the 7th floor you get a great view over the city and you are right in the centre on Grand Via! The staff are friendly and helpful the room was small but clean and the shower was great! Having the Sky Bar in the 9th floor was fab for a night cap and fantastic views over the city... would heartily recommend!!
4/10
Poor
06 Jul 2018
Verified traveler

Too much to improve

The bathroom is small and old !
We can hear everything from anothers rooms !
4/10
Poor
07 Jun 2018
Verified traveler
Nothing wrong with the staff or the cleanliness but I asked for a luminous room. I understand this request are only met if available but I was given a room with a window to a small patio so I could not even see what the weather condition was like outside. No light at all. The machine outside only has sugary drinks, beer or plain water. No diet coke, which for someone with dietary needs (diabetes) is not on. But well, I got drinks outside, plenty of shops. Bed was quiet uncomfortable and the pillow a brick. Impossible to sleep with all the noise coming from loud cleaning staff, other guests banging doors, noises from other rooms... and works going on in the building. I guess you get what you pay for.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2018
Yaneth

Best hostal in Madrid

Great location just across form Callao Metro Station and near Mercado San Miguel and a lot of landmarks
Friendly associates, specially Señora Carmen who always went the EXTRA step to OUR needs and concerns
Family
8/10
Excellent
23 May 2018
Stephanie
We were put in the handicapped room, which had a roll in shower. That was, honestly, the only complaint and it's hardly a complaint at all. It is 7 flights up, and the elevator is slow/up a handful of stairs so if you have accessibility issues be aware of that. The front desk staff were helpful, and spoke good English. We had no problems checking in, or getting our questions answered. The view was amazing, though. And the rooms clean and comfortable. Our room was cleaned daily, though they did throw away some sample packets of face wash my friend brought with her to use.
Friends
8/10
Excellent
25 Apr 2018
jo

Fantastic location

Amazinf locatoin for downtown madrid. Easy access to metro. Feels safe. Basic but clean.
8/10
Excellent
09 Apr 2018
Lisa

Madrid from the Rooftops

Location was amazing. Accommodation was basic but everything I needed. And the rooftop was cool.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2018
Katherine
The best location,small but clean wifi good,breakfast good .
For the price do not expect the Ritz...
Staff friendly 😊 Helpful
Family
4/10
Poor
22 Feb 2018
akram

we book 7 nights , but we check out after 1 night

we book 7 nights , but we check out after 1 night
The hotel did not cooperate and was not willing to return money
we asked to get document that we check out , they said that the hotel didnt have a document like that
2/10
Poor
18 Feb 2018
Tommy

No outside window, no air conditioner.

The room is very small and airless, with power cut frequently.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2017
Vince

Close to main city!

It was a nice stay even though they don’t let you check in early. I always put in expedia to check in early but they said they don’t have any available rooms. The housekeeping gave us attitude because we left our luggage and get ready in their tiny storage and bathroom. On the other hand, the room is clean and close to everything.
8/10
Excellent
11 Oct 2017
RONALD

Clean and affordable place at the best location!

I'll give it 5 stars for location. Price is good. Place is clean and basic. Wifi is decent. It's all I need.
8/10
Excellent
24 Sep 2017
Ms. K

24 hours in Madrid

Fantastic location and very clean with good customer service. A good hostel for the night.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2017
krystal

AMAZING VIEW

Nice location, perfect view! although the air conditioning is controlled by the staff so it was always or too hot or too cold. actually there was no problem when it was cold because you can adjust, but when it was hot.... OMG!!!! (also the employees were very good) the hostal is right in the center of gran via, so you are near everything!!!! :)
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2017
Verified traveler

Amazing central hostal!

We were so pleased with our room! It was large, clean and fully stocked with clean towels, and our bathroom was lovely!
Would definitely go back !
6/10
Pleasant
11 Oct 2016
Choy Yin

Acceptable Hotel

Good to have a 24hr reception as a hostel. Strange thing is reception cancel the previous charge on my credit card as he told me that the original charge was EUR 0.56 less. He did a re-charge on my credit card without informing me. When I checked my credit bill, the original charge is actually correct. Now I will have to pay for the exchange rate charges for the 2 transactions.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 May 2015
Verified traveler

Hostel Josefina

It was a wonderfull hostel with friendly staff in a great central location.
Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Nov 2014
Verified traveler

I'd stay here again.

The warm water doesn't get very warm in the showers but the view was excellent and the staff was friendly. Lots of shopping and restaurants nearby. Clean room, good experience. I'd stay there again.
6/10
Pleasant
08 Nov 2014
Verified traveler

Great staff/ location but very noisy @ night

Great location, adjacent to Metro stop. Staff all friendly and helpful. Good value if travelling on budget. VERY NOISY, walls very thin, very difficult to obtain sleep both nights i stayed there.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2014
lisandra

right in the knick of everything

the hostal is centrally located within walking distance of most points of interest although the metro station is right outside and the hop on hop off tourist bus has a stop five blocks away . the place was recently renovated so everything is new. the staff is very friendly and will give you pointers on places to visit should you ask. it is kept very clean and there are places to eat all around. we were four so the room was very tight we had a bunk and two single beds so there wasn't much room left and the bathroom is very small specially the tub it is exactly like the cruise ships so if you are a heavy person it would be very uncomfortable. the rooms for two people are a bit more spacious but the bathroom is the same). there is a small vending machine at the entrance to get some cold water because there is no ice.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Aug 2014
Gjorgji Rankovs

Perfect hotel in the center of Madrid

I spent 4 nights in this hotel with my girlfriend and we had a great time! The hotel is in the center of Madrid and walking distance to most of the things you'd like to see. A metro stop is just few meters down the street.

Room was clean with big bed and enough space for everything. There is also a small office desk to place your lap top. Although WiFi connection is really bad in the rooms, the lobby has a comfortable sofa where you can surf. All in all - we couldn't ask for more.

We had a room with a great view of the Gran Via street and Plaza de Callao. It is the noisy side of the hotel, but we loved it.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2014
Verified traveler

Nice hostel

Great location in callao madrid right off of gran via. Room was clean. Staff was friendly
8/10
Excellent
02 Jul 2014
Maria

Clean and adequate for the price...

This hostal has an excellent location by Callao Metro and is within walking distance to many attractions, shopping and restaurants. We had an interior room which was fairly quiet. The room seemed cooled by AC when we arrived but there didn't seem to be AC throughout the stay. There is elevator access up to 7th floor location, with capacity for 4 or so people which is typical for Spain. Staff seem friendly and pleasant but speak only Spanish. Every time I had a shower the hot water seem to run out, and Wifi was slow and at times not available. Still I recommend this Hostal for its good value and cleanliness.
6/10
Pleasant
26 Nov 2013
Willy

Good stay

Clean room, friendly staff, good location, reasonable rate, was good stay overall.
6/10
Pleasant
17 Sep 2013
Verified traveler

good location

Hotel rooms are very small, but clean and gets the job done.
8/10
Excellent
30 Jul 2013
Guillermo

Perfect central location

Clean room, great location, good price but not fancy. I'd say it is a good value
8/10
Excellent
19 Dec 2012
Verified traveler

High value for money

Small single room, with nice bathroom. Perfect for a short stay, where you just need a place to sleep.
6/10
Pleasant
03 Nov 2012
Kevin

Take it or Leave it

If you want to save money and stay in the center of Madrid this hostal is a fine option, but don't expect anything special. The one big problem is that not a single member of the staff speaks any English at all.
8/10
Excellent
29 Sep 2012
Verified traveler

Good for the price

Room was small but ok for the price. Noise ok considering location of central tourist district.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2012
Monique

Best hostal in the Gran Via

This is our second stay in this hotel and I love it. The people make you as a family and they treat excellent. The room is always clean, and nice and the view we have to the Gran Via is excellent, also the location is superb, you can walk anywhere to shops, restaurants, etc.
I really enjoy the stay and I would stay again
8/10
Excellent
24 Jan 2012
Dave

Close to Plaza Major and Sol

Walking distance to Sol and Plaza Major where there are lot of stores and activities. Two subway stops to Plaza Cibeles and Prado, could also walk there in 20 minutes.
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jan 2012
Verified traveler
Hotel staff was friendly.

However, I am still unhappy with the fact that they deducted 1st night's payment from my card without any notification when it was clearly stated that I was only supposed to pay the full sum upon arrival.

There was free wi-fi available.

Access card expired after the first day and we required help from the reception to open the door and reactivate the cards for us. Not a big issue here as there is always someone there.

One downside would be that the heater is not on all the time and not through the night as well. we were so cold the whole night.

Location was excellent though. It was along the shopping street and Zara is just a few steps away!
6/10
Pleasant
01 Dec 2011
Verified traveler

Good Value for Money

The location is perfect, just in the middle of Madrid. The hotel is clean and maintained in a good way. It is a real good value for money.
Although there is a big heater inside the room, it is not working. The staff usually turn it ON from outside the room very late in the evening (after 10:00 PM), one day I had to remind them to do that by 12:00 AM.
The staff can't speak English at all, not a word!
6/10
Pleasant
24 Oct 2011
Anna

Madrid Josefina hotel

The hotel was real nice and clean, the only thing that i find it hard to communicate with the staff, none of them were able to speak English, nor French, the hotel should have staff were they can commucate with the guest, apart from that the hotel is good.
8/10
Excellent
04 Oct 2011
Verified traveler

Great Location & Great Value

Great location on Gran Via in centre of madrid, minutes away from all the sights. Great value for the location. On 7th floor of a building but with a lift. Hotel clean and tidy, free WIFI and helpful staff. Non English speaking staff but I managed to get by with zero Spanish. Only drawback is that there is no soundproofing in the hotel and you hear everything, if you're not a heavy sleeper then maybe not suitable. All in all, can strongly recommend.
8/10
Excellent
20 Sep 2011
Verified traveler
Good clean hotel although walls seem to be paper thin, could hear noise all the time. Cental location and near metro station
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2011
Verified traveler

I'm going back.

Great location, value for money, and spotless
2/10
Poor
26 May 2011
Verified traveler

RUDE STAFF-- staying here was throwing $ away

The front desk at this hostal was horrible and rude, they treat you with no respect at all. The beds were ancient, squeaky and smelled bed. This hostal is located on the 7th floor of a building, and when the elevator is broken you will have no help at all with your luggage.

Don't stay here! Not worth your money.
8/10
Excellent
15 May 2011
Kelly

basic and centrally located

In town for a workshop I just needed a bed, a shower and a good location. Right next to Callao metro stop on Gran Via this was perfect. Do not expect frills or anything more than the basics. Be prepared for a workout if the elevator stops working .. they're on the 7th floor of this building!
8/10
Excellent
04 May 2011
Lesley

Don't judge by the reception

Recption a bit shabby and receptionist was not very cheerful but as he was there when we arrived at 10pm and at midnight and at 10am I think he was just tired!
Bed covers a bit dingy but the room was clean and beds quite comfortable. Could do with better pillows.
The location was very central - loads of bars locally so great for young people; Thankfully the room was quiet.
Family
2/10
Poor
03 May 2011
Verified traveler

It is more like a hostel

Person at front desk does not speak English. It is really far from airport. It does not even look like a hotel, let alone 3 star hotel. It looks like someone's apartment or a hostel at best. I would avoid this place if i can.
8/10
Excellent
02 May 2011
asi

the hotel located in the center of madrid

the hotel located in the center of the center of madrid
very easy to go from him to all of the popular tourist places including shoping center, night bar and more.
easy to get couse it is on the main road and above metro station.
much more then we expected spacially compere to the pair price.
4/10
Poor
29 Apr 2011
Verified traveler

Thnk about it

Elevator out and we had to get to the 7th. floor. We were told the elevator sometimes stops betweenfloors also.. We had to walk up to the 3rd. to get someone to come down to open the auxilary elevator which was locked. Several older people who had to use the restroom hadto try to make it up the stairs - too bad! My friend swears she got bit all over her butt and legs by something. Sheets had stains. Too busy almost dangerous feeling at night.
8/10
Excellent
25 Apr 2011
Deborah

Clean and comfortable

This was a clean convenient place to stay. Only downfall of this place is it is on the 7th floor with a questionable elevator. We were there two days and elevator only worked half the time. It is a very long climb with luggage! Other than that, rooms were clean and very quiet.
6/10
Pleasant
19 Jul 2026
Harvey
La ubicación es muy buena, te puedes ir caminando a varios monumentos, restaurantes, tiendas, parques, el precio es muy acorde a lo recibido, el edificio es muy viejo, tiene solo un elevador el cual estaba en reparación al parecer por mas de dos semanas según nos dijeron algunas personas, amablemente una señora de limpieza nos ofreció usar el elevador de servicio ya que el hostal está en piso 8 si no mal recuerdo, aún si fuera piso 7 es mucho subir si vas con equipaje de viaje largo, hubiera pedido otra habitación mas económica si hubiera sabido que el edificio estaba en mantenimiento y la vista que tendría sería de una manta tapando todo el edificio, afortunadamente solo nos quedamos una noche
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 May 2026
Daniel
Excelente ubicación. El desayuno estuvo bien, aunque no es bufet tienen variedad, lo que sí se demoran en servirlo.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
28 Mar 2026
Oriana
El desayuno genial. Muy limpia la habitación
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
07 Mar 2026
Van tien
Très bien placé mais en travaux sur la façade non précisé à la réservation donc il faut oublié la vu
Dommage
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2026
VANESSA MARIA
El desayuno muy bien y el camarero que tienen muy atento, la chica no tanto... y la habitacion limpia pero no teniamos balcon y las vistas a la ciudad. La verdad que ha estado bien.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
09 Jan 2026
Kevin
Si buscas un habitación céntrica es una buena opción, las instalaciones deben mejorar.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
07 Dec 2025
Patricia
Perfect voor citytrip Madrid, prima schone kamer , lekker ontbijt voor zeer aantrekkelijke prijs. Locatie zeer centraal voor 2 euro kun je je bagage in bewaring gevrn, en schuttle service nasr de luchthaven.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2025
Victor
Muy limpio y funcional con todo lo necesario, el personal muy atento y resolvió todas nuestras necesidades. Ubicadisimo en Callao me encanta ese punto de Madrid. Hay muchos hostales en el mismo edificio pero este ha sido el mejor.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
31 Oct 2025
Evie
bom custo benefício
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2025
Karla Elena
Tenía vista parcial al teatro Callao y tenía un bacon con la vista muy bonita, el baño muy limpio y la regadera con excelente presión del agua. El chico que me recibió súper amable y servicial. El elevador tenía buen tamaño para ser un edificio antiguo, la ubicación fue lo mejor, justo afuera el metro callao y caminando está el metro Gran via, llegué en metro del aeropuerto y prácticamente no camine más de 1 pequeña esquina. Maravilloso todo, incluso el pequeño desayuno en la terraza con una vista hermosa. Lo recomiendo ampliamente.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2025
Hilda Gabriela
En plena Gran Via
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
28 Sep 2025
YUZO
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C/ Gran Vía, 44 7, Madrid, Spain

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