1. Sungate One
Sungate One hostel is conveniently located in the heart of Madrid, making it one of the greatest hostels in the city. It is also easily accessible from the airport and main train station. This backpacker hostel is near historical, nightlife, and shopping attractions in the Centro neighborhood. The city's main squares and important attractions are also within walking distance.
Sungate's mixed and female dorms, as well as double rooms, are spacious, bright, and intended specifically for travellers. Every room is equipped with air conditioning. You can rest or mix with other guests in the large common area. A fully equipped kitchen is available to you.
Amenities breakdown @ Sungate One
- Room Types Offered: Dorms, Privates
- Costs: Dorms from €16.80, Privates from €54.20
- Female Only Dorms: Yes
- Breakfast Included: No
- Guest Kitchen: Yes
- Laundry Facilities: Yes
- Bar: No
2. Ok Hostel Madrid
Ok Hostel Madrid is located in the bohemian Barrio La Latina neighbourhood near to Madrid's historical centre and only a few feet away from the metro line and important tourist attractions such as Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and the world-renowned Museum Triangle.
Their dorm rooms are well-decorated and roomy. Every evening, social events such as beer pong and a bar crawl are held, and all rooms have air conditioning.
Ok Hostel is one of the best hostels in Madrid for solo female travellers because they offer super chic female-only dorms.
Amenities breakdown @ Ok Hostel Madrid
- Room Types Offered: Dorms, Privates
- Costs: Dorms from €15.50, Privates from €50.00
- Female Only Dorms: Yes
- Breakfast Included: No but available for an extra fee (€5)
- Guest Kitchen: Yes
- Laundry Facilities: Yes
- Bar: Yes
3. The Hat Madrid
The Hat Madrid bills itself as Madrid's first boutique hostel. The hotel is housed in a mansion on the historic Plaza Mayor, just 3 minutes from the Puerta del Sol, Gran Via, and La Latina.
They offer private and shared rooms, for females, families and groups of friends. Air conditioning and complimentary Wi-Fi are standard in all rooms, and breakfast is available for a modest cost. There's a solarium, an outside patio, and a lot of social space. The Hat is one of Madrid's greatest hostels for couples.
Amenities breakdown @ The Hat Madrid
- Room Types Offered: Dorms, Privates
- Costs: Dorms from €20.00, Privates from €49.00
- Female Only Dorms: No
- Breakfast Included: No but available for an extra fee
- Guest Kitchen: No
- Laundry Facilities: Yes
- Bar: Yes
4. Toc Hostel Madrid
Toc Hostel Madrid has a wide range of room types, private or shared, in case you come alone, as a couple, with family or friends. If you enjoy meeting new people from all over the world and are a sociable traveller, their 8-bed and 6-bed dorms with comfortable bunk beds and large lockers to store your belongings are ideal.
With fingertip keys, 24-hour reception, security cameras, and additional amenities like free wifi, a bar and restaurant, kitchen, common lounge, and a games zone, they have some of the most advanced security technology available. All of this makes Toc Hostel one of the best hostels in Madrid.
Amenities breakdown @ Toc Hostel Madrid
- Room Types Offered: Dorms, Privates
- Costs: Dorms from €21.20, Privates from €90.30
- Female Only Dorms: Yes
- Breakfast Included: No but available for an extra fee (€6)
- Guest Kitchen: Yes
- Laundry Facilities: Yes
- Bar: Yes
5. Way Hostel
Way Hostel is in the quiet Tirso de Molina neighbourhood, just around the corner from Puerta del Sol, Madrid's nerve centre. It is within walking distance of most landmarks in Madrid, including the weekly Rastro market, Puerta del Sol, La Latina, and Plaza Mayor.
They offer a variety of rooms, activities, and services to guarantee that you have a nice stay. Way Hostel has recently updated its common rooms and facilities, adding reading lamps to each bed, individual plugs, new and modern lockers, and ultra-high-speed Wifi.
Way Hostel is one of the best hostels in Madrid for backpackers who are on a tight budget as a bed in a dorm room starts at only €14.00 per night.
Amenities breakdown @ Way Hostel
- Room Types Offered: Dorms, Privates
- Costs: Dorms from €13.90, Privates from €55.30
- Female Only Dorms: Yes
- Breakfast Included: No
- Guest Kitchen: Yes
- Laundry Facilities: Yes
- Bar: No
6. Far Home Atocha
Far Home Atocha is located on Calle Atocha in the heart of Madrid's city centre, about 250 meters from Plaza Mayor Square and 300 meters from Sol Square. They offer both mixed and female dormitories, they provide a selection of private rooms and single beds, and the hostel also caters to families and groups.
With a patio terrace, common area, and conference room, Far Home Atocha is a stylish and modern hostel. Free WiFi, a desk, separate lockers, air conditioning, a private or shared bathroom, and a small balcony are included.
Amenities breakdown @ Far Home Atocha
- Room Types Offered: Dorms, Privates
- Costs: Dorms from €19.00, Privates from €53.00
- Female Only Dorms: Yes
- Breakfast Included: No but available for an extra fee (€6)
- Guest Kitchen: Yes
- Laundry Facilities: Yes
- Bar: No
7. Safestay Madrid
Safestay Madrid is housed in a 19th-century palace near Alonso Martinez Square, making it an excellent location for exploring the wonderful tourist attractions Madrid has to offer.
They provide spacious rooms, free Wi-Fi, custom-made bunk beds with high-quality mattresses, air conditioning and lockers in all rooms, maximum security with (RFID) key cards for all rooms, and reception is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Because of its incredibly stylish outside bar, Safestay is one of the best hostels in Madrid for partygoers.
Amenities breakdown @ Safestay Madrid
- Room Types Offered: Dorms, Privates
- Costs: Dorms from €17.10, Privates from €55.80
- Female Only Dorms: Yes
- Breakfast Included: No but available for an extra fee (€3.50)
- Guest Kitchen: Yes
- Laundry Facilities: Yes
- Bar: Yes
8. Mad4you Hostel
Mad4you Hostel has a communal kitchen, a bar, and a laundry service and is just a few minutes away from Tribunal and Noviciado Metro Stations. In the common spaces and dormitories, there is free Wi-Fi. The hostel is housed in a magnificent 15th-century Madrilenian home that has just been refurbished.
Every dorm room either has access to a shared bathroom or has its own. In addition, bed sheets are given. All dorms include private lockers that you can use with your room key for no extra charge. The hostel has a front desk that is available 24 hours a day and offers cheap tours. Breakfast is included in the rate.
Amenities breakdown @ Mad4you Hostel
- Room Types Offered: Dorms, Privates
- Costs: Dorms from €16.20, Privates from €40.50
- Female Only Dorms: Yes
- Breakfast Included: Yes
- Guest Kitchen: Yes
- Laundry Facilities: Yes
- Bar: Yes
9. Las Musas Hostel
Another hostel with a great location is Las Musas Hostel. The principal attractions, such as Puerta Del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and the world-famous Golden Triangle of art museums: The Thyssen, The Prado, and The Reina Sofia, are all within a 5- to 10-minute walk.
The hostel features a huge, colourful common area, as well as a kitchen and trips that are highly recommended. It's close to the Tirso de Molina metro station and a supermarket, as well as La Latina, Plaza Mayor, and Puerta del Sol. They provide a variety of accommodations, some of which include air conditioning and ensuite bathrooms. Each bed comes with its own storage area. Wifi is available in all areas of the hotel, including the lobby, dining area, and lounge.
Amenities breakdown @ Las Musas Hostel
- Room Types Offered: Dorms, Privates
- Costs: Dorms from €15.00, Privates from €52.00
- Female Only Dorms: No
- Breakfast Included: No
- Guest Kitchen: Yes
- Laundry Facilities: Yes
- Bar: No
10. MuchoMadrid
MuchoMadrid is located on Gran Va in the heart of Madrid, near several notable landmarks such as the Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Royal Palace, and Royal Opera, all of which are within walking distance of the hostel. They're also close to places like Santa Ana, Huertas, Chueca, and Malasana, which are known for their nightlife.
They have five spacious and comfortable rooms. Each guest is given their own locker, as well as towels and bed linen. They also have a TV lounge and a guest kitchen where guests can make meals.
Amenities breakdown @ MuchoMadrid
- Room Types Offered: Dorms, Privates
- Costs: Dorms from €19.10, Privates from €53.50
- Female Only Dorms: Yes
- Breakfast Included: Yes
- Guest Kitchen: Yes
- Laundry Facilities: Yes
- Bar: No
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