Find Cheap Hostels in Madrid

By choosing a hostel you can spend less on lodging and use more of your money for exploring during your vacation. You can check out the monuments and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start: TOC Hostel and Suites Madrid - Located within a 5-minute walk of Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, TVs, and bed sheets. Apartmenty Chamartin - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Colombia Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and an elevator. You’ll find towels, showers, and desks in all rooms. Generator Madrid - 2-minute walk from Santo Domingo Station for easy access to public transit. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. You’ll find showers, lockers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Hostal Casa 18 - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Estrecho Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and air conditioning. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers. A&Z Ulises - Adults Only - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Arturo Soria Station. Property features include free WiFi. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Madrid, one of Expedia’s 75 hostels could be a great choice.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 44°F. Average annual precipitation for Madrid is 30 inches.

In general, Madrid is known for its monuments, museums, and theaters. Major attractions include Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, and Gran Via Street. Get out into nature with places like El Retiro Park, Royal Botanical Garden, and Crystal Palace. Cultural attractions include Prado Museum, Teatro Espanol, and Teatro Nuevo Apolo.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Madrid in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), 7.9 mi (12.8 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to use public transit during your trip. You can access metro transit at Sol Station, Gran Via Station, and Callao Station. To explore more of the surrounding area, take a train from Madrid Recoletos Station, Madrid Principe Pio Station, or Madrid (XOC-Atocha Train Station).