Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Guest house · Madrid · Community of Madrid
Hostal Mayor
A straightforward guesthouse on Calle Mayor, a short walk from Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace, with high guest ratings for its central position and helpful staff.
- Steps from Plaza Mayor
- Air conditioning in all rooms
- Highly rated staff and service
8.8
Great
2804 reviews
Booking.com 8.8 · 2804 reviews
About
Hostal Mayor
Hostal Mayor is a 2-star guesthouse set in Madrid's Centro district, on the historic Calle Mayor. The property sits within easy walking distance of Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, and the Gran Vía, making it a practical base for first-time visitors. The guesthouse occupies an upper floor of a classic building, with a lift and key-card access for security.
Rooms are simple but well-kept, with parquet floors, free Wi-Fi, and air conditioning. Guests consistently highlight the quietness despite the central location and the efficiency of the check-in staff. A vending machine and luggage storage add convenience, while the surrounding area offers a wide array of restaurants and tapas bars.
- No smoking on site
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Unbeatable location — A minute's walk to Plaza Mayor, with the Royal Palace and Gran Vía close by.
- Helpful, friendly staff — Guests repeatedly note the warmth and assistance of the hosts, from storing luggage to giving tips.
- Quiet and clean rooms — Despite the central bustle, rooms are described as quiet, clean, and comfortable.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Small rooms — Rooms are compact, typical of a central guesthouse, with limited space for luggage.
- No pets allowed — If you travel with a pet, this is not the place – despite one guest mentioning pets in passing, the policy is clear.
- Limited check-in window — Check-in is only between 12:00 and 22:00, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Economy Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Double or Twin Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- No smoking on site
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- Tours/Ticket assistance
In-room
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Patio
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- Parquet floor
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 2,804 reviews
Booking.com · 8.8 · 2804 reviews
8.8Verified guest“The location is right in the center. The air conditioning worked efficiently, providing comfort during the hot nights.”
8.8Verified guest“We had the queen room which was great little and tastefully decorated. The staff were VERY VERY HELPFUL and location was absolutely perfect and comfortable. A good choice of restaurants to eat close by, like El Mollete that was only 5 minutes' walk away.”
8.8Verified guest“Dined like a true local at Museo del Jamon and had good churros con chocolate at a nearby café. The place felt just like an aunt's home-clean, quiet, and full of charm. Luisa's hospitality topped it all off.”
8.8Verified guest“It had particularly good location extremely close to Main Square. We got a room with bathtubs.”
8.8Verified guest“Bright and comfortable venue, awesome location just off Hostal Mayor, Royal Palace, Lavapies quarters with nice ethnics restaurants, La Latina area, several Mercados, more importantly-less touristic ones, and bars, restaurants, markets and stores. Very kind hotel employees all round. Nice building and rooms with good shower. Lots of options, excellent food. Decent experience there...”
8.8Verified guest“We had king room, and it was nice with balcony. The location was brilliant, right at Main Square.”
04 — Location
Getting around Madrid
The property sits in Madrid.
Plaza Mayor: A minute's walk from the guesthouse, this grand arcaded square is Madrid's historic heart, lined with cafés and street performers.
Royal Palace: Around a 5-minute walk west, the official residence of the Spanish royal family is open for tours of its lavish state rooms.
La Latina: A 10-minute stroll south leads to this lively neighbourhood famous for its tapas bars and Sunday rastro market.
Mayor, 5, Madrid, Community of Madrid, 28013, Spain
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 12:00-22:00
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 11 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 12:00 to 22:00, and check-out is by 11:00.
Does Hostal Mayor allow pets?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Is there air conditioning in the rooms?
Yes, all room types include air conditioning and heating.
Is breakfast served?
There is no breakfast service, but there is a vending machine on site and many cafés nearby.
Is there a lift?
Yes, the guesthouse has a lift.
The bottom line
For travellers who prioritise location above all and don't need frills, Hostal Mayor delivers a quiet, clean base in the heart of Madrid at a fair price.
8.8The trade-off: compact rooms and a limited check-in window are the price for a Plaza Mayor address.
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