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Hostal El Pilar

Property class: 2

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Front of property
Terrace/patio
Lobby
Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Calle de las Carretas, 13, Madrid, Madrid, 28012
  • Place, Puerta del Sol
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gran Via
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza Mayor
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room, Private Bathroom | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Single Room, Private Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Madrid

Located in Madrid Centro, Hostal El Pilar is adjacent to Puerta del Sol and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Plaza Mayor. This 38-room hostal welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Puerta del Sol - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Plaza de Santa Ana - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gran Via - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • San Miguel Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Plaza Mayor - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Sol Station - 3 min walk
  • Madrid Recoletos Station - 18 min walk
  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dubliners - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rosi La Loca - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bodegas Melibea - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Las Bravas - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hostal El Pilar

Guests staying at Hostal El Pilar enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 22-inch flat-screen TVs. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Safes, phones, and desks are other standard amenities.

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May 3 - May 4
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

El Pilar Hostal
Hostal El Pilar
Hostal Pilar
Hostal Pilar Hostel
Hostal Pilar Hostel El
Hostal El Pilar Hotel Madrid
Hostal El Pilar Madrid
El Pilar Madrid
Hostal El Pilar Hostal
Hostal El Pilar Madrid
Hostal El Pilar Hostal Madrid

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hostal El Pilar?

Hostal El Pilar provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostal El Pilar?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostal El Pilar on May 3, 2026 start from $79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Hostal El Pilar?

This hostal is situated in Madrid Centro, just steps from Puerta del Sol, and within a 10-minute walk of Plaza Mayor and Gran Via. You'll also find National Prado Museum and Plaza de España - Princesa less than a mile away.

Does Hostal El Pilar have a casino?

No, Hostal El Pilar doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hostal El Pilar?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostal.

Does Hostal El Pilar feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hostal El Pilar doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Hostal El Pilar allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hostal El Pilar though service animals are welcome.

How far is the airport from Hostal El Pilar?

The closest major airport to Hostal El Pilar is Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), which is 10.7 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Hostal El Pilar Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 701 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 701 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 701 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 701 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 701 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

ANAND

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This is a two star hostal.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurisella

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff attention was good. The room was clean and they clean it and change the towels daily. It was noisy, you can hear voices, doors open/close and stepping. Smoke odor in the hall and sometimes come in the room. The location was excellent!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean, the staff was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel, muy limpio, céntrico, excelente personal. Muy amables y agradables! Servicio excelente!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

NICANOR S, LONDONDERRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s so accessible. Love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness
el dormitorio da claustofobia parececia que estamos presos,todo limpio,el internet todo el tiempo off and on.solo se puede usar el elevador hasta el segundo piso
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Dave

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was small but clean - bath was excellent. There is no access to this hotel so you must walk about 5 minutes with your bag to get there - should have been a notice on their site. They put us on the 3rd floor, reception is on second floor, but the lock the door off of the 3rd floor elevator so we had to carry our bags down the stairs when checking out and staff wasn’t very friendly- not sure why?? Location is great, would stay again assuming we could guarantee a 2nd floor room!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is perfect for visiting the historic center of Madrid. Even though it is along a busy pedestrian street, I heard no noise from the street in my room. The room was perfectly clean and comfortable and the daytime receptionist was friendly and offered good advice on local restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Idamary

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

G

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostal was fantastic. All cmean mattress perfect for indtant sleeping. The minir thing is the room is cozy and air get stuffy. We just openen the windowand in 5 minutes all clrear to go. I recommend the place as it's been recently refurbished beautifully.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Banesa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tal cual la description. Habitacion limpia y muy comoda. Buenisima ubicacion. Y su staff super super amable. 100% recomendable!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick Estuardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
todo estuvo bien
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

alberto

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Abraham

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Close to many attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

AMRESH

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Terrible service. Dangerous stairs. The staff were unhelpful and rude. The stairs are hard to navigate. The stairs do have handrails but there is a wall touching the handrails - it is not possible to grab the handrails as a result. The location is very good and you can walk to most locations in Madrid.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nirma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo muy bueno, limpio, céntrico y buen trato.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but excellent place to stay in Central Madrid. Clean, safe and staff was very friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Yolanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Personnel super friendly and helpful. Located 3 minutes walking to El Sol metro. All principal attractions are at walking distance. The only issue are thin walls are thin . You can hear people coming to the lobby
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Steven Lorenzo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful, friendly staff. Right in historic heart of Madrid within 20 minute walk in any direction to key sights. Veryclean room. Only down side was our room was little narrow and laid out in awkward L-shape. Also, no microwave or coffee maker or small fridge was provided in room. Those items would have made the stay perfect. Otherwise, great building and location and friendly staff. Mil gracias!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Tolga

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location , Helpful Staff. But other than those, It wasn't a good experience. Rooms are from 1980s. Everything is old. No technology involved with this place. The bed was very uncomfortable. Wifi was weak. I stayed in a single room. So It was extra extra tiny room. Other rooms might be little larger but I don't really suggest anyone to stay in that single room if you don't have to.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very shabby overall. Old and stained bedspread. Loud, no soundproofing, WiFi does not work in rooms. Not kept up at all. Extremely small room and shower. Staff not helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Neil

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At no stage did I receive any confirmation of my booking for this property, so I had to book another property for our stay. It ended up being quite expensive as the new booking was at such short notice, plus the fact that I had already paid for Hostal El Pilar. I am home now and not at all happy with the fact that the communication was non existent
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and in the heart of the center
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025