Find Cheap Hostels in Madrid

What Is a Hostel?

If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Madrid, one of the 51 hostels here could be a great option for you. No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer the following:

• Shared rooms (though many have private options too)
• Budget prices
• A social setting

Hostels are a great way to stay in Madrid for a good value, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. You can check out the monuments and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

Hostels in Madrid

Ready to book a hostel in town? These options have the best reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to look first:

Motion Chueca - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Chueca Station and Gran Via Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers, and linens in all rooms.

Hostel Era - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Tribunal Station. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with showers and hair dryers.

Las musas hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Tirso de Molina Station. Property features include free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers in all rooms.

Generator Hostel 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 and linens in all rooms.

Hostel Los Amigos - 2-minute walk from Opera Station for easy access to public transit. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers and coffee/tea makers in all rooms.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Madrid?

The weather can be a big factor when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful:

• The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
• January-March: Daytime temperatures average 61° F and nighttime temperatures average 34° F
• April-June: 86° F is the daytime average and 42° F is the nighttime average
• July-September: Daytime averages are around 90° F and nighttime averages are around 52° F
• October-December: The average temperatures are 73° F during the day and 34° F at night
• Average rainfall is 1.14 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Madrid?

Depending on your interests, you might appreciate these places:

• Plaza Mayor
• Prado Museum
• Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

• El Retiro Park
• Garden of Prince Anglona
• Sabatini Gardens

• Royal Palace
• Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia
• Royal Palace of El Pardo

Overall, Madrid is known for its:

• Monuments
• Museums
• Theater
• Art
• Architecture
• Shopping
• Cafés
• Entertainment

How to Get to Madrid and Around the Area

You can search for flights to the nearest airport in Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas), located 7.9 mi (12.8 km) away from the city center. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit during your trip. Nearby metro stations include Sol Station, Gran Via Station, and Callao Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, take a train from Madrid Recoletos Station, Madrid Principe Pio Station, or Madrid Atocha Station.