Hostal El Carmen
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 2-starCalle Gran Vía 44, Piso 4 Derecha, Madrid, SpainShow on map
8.0 · Very good44 reviews
- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.4 out of 10, at Calle Gran Vía 44, Piso 4 Derecha.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Central Location Explore Madrid's vibrant city center with ease, just steps away from Gran Via and a short walk to iconic landmarks.
Amenities and Services Enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and safe deposit box during your stay at Hostal El Carmen.
Dining Options Savor delicious meals at Sky 44 restaurant and kickstart your day with a cooked-to-order breakfast. Unwind in one of the 12 modern rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi and sleek interiors.
Book your centrally located stay at Hostal El Carmen for a memorable Madrid experience.
What this place offers
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Designated smoking area
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooms
8.0
Very good
Rated 8.0 out of 10 by 44 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.9
- Service8.4
- Location8.4
- Rooms7.8
- Amenities7.9
- Value7.8
- Food & drink7.9
Guests mention
Everything was walkable
RobertoEverything was walkable
HamdijaCame into our room and our AC did not work. I go up to the front desk and ask for someone to check it out and he said there will be someone later that will come through. No one came at all and it was 95 degrees outside…
Saiqa AnneGREAT location, small space, 100% as expected
Pretty good, great location, small space, but as expected
LauraROBO
Un “hostal que te cobra (8) OCHO EUROS por guardar la maleta de equipaje por 1 hora.
El check-out es a las 11 y quisimos bajar a tomar una café, comprendiendo la hora de salida lo hicimos correcto y salimos; cuando…
Luis marioExcelente
yohosyGood location
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Calle Gran Vía 44, Piso 4 Derecha, Madrid, Spain
Guests rate the location 8.4 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
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No pets
The check-in location differs from the property location. Check-in location: [7th floor]. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Pets. Pets not allowed
Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Children and extra beds. No rollaway/extra beds available
General. Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Guest type. Essential workers only - NO
General. Staff wears personal protective equipment
General. Property is cleaned with disinfectant
General. Social distancing measures are in place
General. Professional property host/manager
Children and extra beds. No cribs (infant beds) available
Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Hostal El Carmen
What time is check-in and check-out at Hostal El Carmen?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Hostal El Carmen allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is breakfast included at Hostal El Carmen?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Hostal El Carmen have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Hostal El Carmen have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Hostal El Carmen?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Hostal El Carmen?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Hostal El Carmen?
Calle Gran Vía 44, Piso 4 Derecha, Madrid.
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