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The hostel is located right in the centre of Madrid. Its proximity to links to the public transport network means that it is in an optimum location for both business and leisure travellers. The Gran Vía metro station is only about 200 m away. The most emblematic monuments and buildings in the city, as well as the cinemas and theatres on Gran Vía, are all easily accessible. The Prado Museum, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, the Plaza Mayor and the Puerta del Sol are all just a short walk away. The Chamartín railway station is approximately 7 km from the hostel.
7 single rooms and 28 double rooms are located on 5 storeys and can be reached by lift. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities available at the hostel include a baggage storage service, a safe and a drinks machine. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hostel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hostel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service, a transfer service, an alarm call service, a hairdresser and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service to explore the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available.
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. Rooms have a double bed or a queen-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a desk are also available. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. The hostel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.
Guests can enjoy a selection of sport and entertainment options. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hostel, including cycling/mountain biking and a gym.
The dining area includes a restaurant and a bar. A delicious breakfast provides energy for the rest of the day.
Calle Ballesta 5
Check-in from 1:00 PM · check-out by 11:00 AM
Very Good
798 reviewsUser: M Carmen M
Trip type: Solo travel
Good location, attentive staff, cleanliness.
The hostel has a great location, just a few meters from a very central avenue, Gran Via, from where you can explore on foot or by taking public transportation, which has very good service, or by taking the metro with two stations very close by (Gran Via and Ca…
User: 479carysc
Trip type: Couples
Cheap and clean stay - quite noisy.
The hotel is in a good location, room was clean and we paid a good price. I would’ve liked to have given this 5 stars but the only downfall was that the cleaner woke us up around 8am each morning having loud conversations outside our room and slamming doors in…
User: van360573
Trip type: Solo travel
Convenient hostal room
The positives about Ballesta are obvious. It is at a good location. Just north of Gran Via and very central. It is a recently renovated accomodation that is tastefully decorated. I check in was easy, though the person at the front desk knew no English. The lob…
User: Ina V
Trip type: Family
Very good!
Pleasant and comfortable stay. We felt very good and the price was very good. Pleasant location and close to the tourist area.Clean and everything in order!The staff was very helpful by keeping our luggage until check out. And this without extra payment. Thank…
User: marspal
Very understanding
We had to cancel our accommodation due to covid 19 and our borders closed in Australia. They were very helpful and quick to refunding our money,eventhough there was a no cancellation policy..thankyou for your understanding.. we will see you when we are able to…
