Madrid Huertas

Way Hostel, C. Relatores, 17 (☎91 42 005 83; www.wayhostel.com), This new, modern-but-homey hostel charges the same prices as youth and backpackers' hostels without the cramped bunk beds. Each of these 6- to 10-bed dorms is clean, spacious, and well decorated. The welcoming kitchen and TV room feel like upscale college common areas—perfect for your next beer. Tirso de Molina. From the station, walk towards the museum district and make a left up C. Relatores. The hostel will be on your right. Breakfast included. Book online. €18-24 depending on room and time. Reception 24hr. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.
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Hostel Montaloya, Plaza Tirso de Molina, 20 (☎91 360 03 05; www.hostalmontaloya.blogspot.com), While pricier than dorm-style living, Montaloya is more of a small hotel than a youth hostel with comfortable beds, TVs, ensuite baths, and even desks in all rooms. Though the front desk only speaks Spanish, the hostal's comfortable beds and proximity to restaurants, bars, and stores along the Plaza Tirso De Molina make it a convenient choice for travelers. Tirso de Molina. Located just outside Tirso de Molina. Elevator available; call ahead for wheelchair-accessible accommodations. Singles €45; doubles €58; triples €80. Reception 24hr. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.
Cat's Hostel, C. Cañizares, 6 (☎91 369 28 07; www.catshostel.com), This popular hostel is mostly comprised of basic dorms (2-14 beds) with shared bathrooms. There are some doubles with private baths, but availability is decided upon arrival. A colorful bar area with beer barrel tables, the “Cat's cave” social basement, and a restored Moorish patio provide travelers with spaces to mingle. Organized tapas tours and pub crawls often meet here. The staff is friendly, but you might have to wait a while to check in during peak hours. Reserve a room ahead of time as it often fills up quickly. From Antón Martín, walk one block down C. de la Magdalena and make a right onto C. Cañizares. Cat's will be on your left. Breakfast included. Laundry €5. Dorms €17-22; doubles €38-42 Reception 24hr. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.
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International Youth Hostel, C. de las Huertas, 21 (☎91 429 55 26; www.posadadehuertas.com), Located right on the drinking hub of C. de Huertas, this brightly painted, social hostel is ideal for groups of backpackers looking for other people to join their wolfpack. With various food and sights tours as well as pub crawls that leave from IYH, you won't have any trouble meeting people—even your bedroom can have up to 10 people in bunk-bed-style accommodations complete with shared bathrooms. Antón Martín. Walk north up C. de Leon, make a right on Huertas. Breakfast included. Luggage storage. Free Wi-Fi. Dorms €16-22. Reception 24hr. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.
Mad Hostel, C. de la Cabeza, 24 (☎91 506 48 40; www.madhostel.com), Mere minutes from the party people at Plaza Santa Ana, this hostal is great for travelers on a budget. Standard but clean rooms vary with 4-6 bunk beds that may or may not be single-sex. Bottom bunkers should beware of smacking their heads on the relatively low top bunks. Pick up a drink and play a game of pool in Mad's social space to meet fellow travelers. Antón Martín. From the station, walk forward down C. Magdalena then take C. Olivar, the second street on the left. Walk until you see C. Cabeza and turn right. Look for the Mad Hostel signboards on the left side of the street. Breakfast, safe, and linens included. Towels available for €5 deposit. Laundry machines available. Small 4-piece gym and rooftop terrace. €10 key deposit. Reserve ahead. €16-23. 24 hours. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.
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Hostal Vetusta, C. de las Huertas, 3 (☎91 429 64 04; www.hostalvetusta.com), This comfortable and friendly hostel puts you at the intersection of two bastions of nightlife—Plaza Santa Ana and C. de las Huertas. Hostal Vetusta offers standard decor. Be sure to ask staff members about ensuite bathrooms and other possible amenities—just be ready to put hand gestures to good use unless your Spanish is better than their English. Antón Martín. Across the street from Plaza Del Angel. Rooms have working desks. Dorms €25-30 depending on room. Reception 24hr. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.
Hostal Lopez, C. de las Huertas, 54 (☎91 429 43 49; www.hostallopez.com), Hostal Lopez's yellow walls, wood paneling, and super friendly service are located just three minutes from the Prado. You'll feel right at home here with the front desk staff that speaks perfect English and Italian. Antón Martín. From the station walk north up C. de Leon until you get to C. de las Huertas. Singles and doubles €25-40. Reception 24hr. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.
Hostal Rivera, C. Atocha, 79 (☎91 429 01 17; ocio.arrakis.es/hostalrivera), Although the front desk looks more like a kitchen table than a check-in area (make a left from the door to get there), this hostel has comfortable rooms complete with full baths. While bubbles and bath salts are not included in the price of your stay, every room at least has a TV. Atocha. Walk straight up C. Atocha from the Atocha metro stop. Singles with bath €30; doubles with bath €45. Reception 24hr. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.
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Hostal Edreira, Atocha, 75 (☎91 429 01 83; www.hostaledreira.com), Steps from Antón Martín, Hostal Edreira puts you smack dab between nightlife hotspots and the museum district, allowing you to get your drink on while maintaining some semblance of culture. As Edreira is a popular destination, make sure to book early. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.
Hostal Bianco III, C. Echegaray, 5 (☎91 369 13 32; www.hostalbianco.com), This hostel in the middle of nightlife central C. Echegaray puts you between Puerta del Sol and C. de la Huertas, two places equally ideal for a crazy night. Beautifully decorated and comfortable, Bianco almost looks like a hotel—complete with marble paneling. From Sol, walk east down Carrera de San Jeronimo and make a right onto C. Echegaray. Ensuite bathrooms. Free Wi-Fi. Singles €38; doubles €45; triples €65. Reception 24hr. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.
Hostal Aguilar, Carrera de San Jeronimo, 32 (☎34 91 429 59 26; www.hostalaguilar.com), With a huge lobby area, swipe access, modern furniture, and private bathrooms, Aguilar is more hotel than hostal (and the prices definitely reflect this fact).You'll have to splurge to stay at the Hostal Aguilar, but depending on your budget, it might be worth it for a one-night hotel experience. From Puerta del Sol, walk east along Carrera de San Jeronimo towards Paseo del Prado. Singles €44; doubles €57; triples €94. Reception 24hr. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.
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Hostal Leon, Carrera de San Jerónimo, 32 (☎91 429 67 78), Located in the same building as the Hostal Aguilar, the Hostal Leon provides a cheaper option that still provides more comfort and privacy than a youth hostel. The presence of the owner's fluffy white dog give you a homey feel that you would not find at another chain hotel. Sol. From Puerta del Sol, walk east along Carrera de San Jeronimo towards Paseo del Prado. Ensuite sinks. Singles €20; doubles €40. Reception 24hr. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Serves alcohol. Has air conditioning.
Hostal Madrid Centro, Carrera de San Jeronimo, 32 (☎91 429 68 13), Somewhere in between Hostal Leon and Hostal Aguilar, both figuratively and literally, as it is the top of the same building, the Hostal Madrid Centro is family-owned and perfect for a traveling family or group. Sol. From Puerta del Sol, walk east along Carrera de San Jeronimo towards Paseo del Prado. Singles €20; doubles €35-40; triples €60; quads €75-80. Reception 24hr. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Serves alcohol. Has air conditioning.
Chic and Basic Colors, C. de las Huertas, 14 (☎91 429 69 35; www.chicandbasic.com), Tired of the grayscale offered in most other hostels? Chic and Basic will smack you in the face with bright color-coordination distinct to each one of its well-decorated rooms. After a great night's sleep, make yourself breakfast or lunch from their stocked pantry in the posh living room area. Check online for various discounts and special offers. Anton Martin. From Plaza del Angel, walk straight down C. Huertas toward the museum district. Chic and Basic colors will be on your right. Ensuite bathrooms. Same company has a high-end hotel called Chic and Basic on Atocha. Singles €60-90. Reception 24hr. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet. Has air conditioning.