The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, a short walk to Plaza Mayor

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Relax and socialize in our stylish bar area, featuring a circular bar with a selection of beverages and comfortable seating.
Relax in a casual outdoor seating area with comfortable chairs and tables, surrounded by a glass wall offering views of the adjacent buildings and sky.
Cozy retreat with a bunk bed setup, large window, and comfortable seating area.
Enjoy dining and socializing in this stylish space with a long table and comfortable seating, surrounded by personal touches and natural light.
Experience the open and airy atmosphere of our lobby, featuring a sleek reception desk and social spaces.

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Calle de la Encomienda, 16, Madrid, Madrid, 28012
  • Plaza Mayor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Puerta del Sol
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Gran Via
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Room (private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Quadruple Room (private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Double Room (private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (1 bed in a 4-Bed Dormitory Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Room (private, 8 beds)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Premium Room (private, 6 beds)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Room (private, 6 beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 8-Bed Dormitory Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Premium Room (private, 8 beds)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 4-Bed Dormitory Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Premium Shared Dormitory (1 bed in a 6-Bed Dormitory Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Premium Shared Dormitory (1 bed in a 8-Bed Dormitory Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 6-Bed Dormitory Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Madrid

The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel puts you in the heart of Madrid, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Plaza Mayor and Plaza de España - Princesa. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Madrid Centro hostel include Puerta del Sol and Royal Palace of Madrid.

What's nearby

  • Plaza Mayor - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Puerta del Sol - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Palace of Madrid - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gran Via - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Prado Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Tirso de Molina Station - 3 min walk
  • Madrid (XOC-Atocha Train Station) - 19 min walk
  • Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pum Pum Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Amadeo los Caracoles - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cerveceria Cruz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panishop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Imparcial - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel

Hostel with a restaurant, a short walk to Plaza Mayor
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel. Parking is available for a fee.

This Madrid hostel is smoke free.

  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel offers 53 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (EUR 29 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 9.50 for adults and EUR 9.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 9.50 for adults and from EUR 9.50 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 29 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

The Central House Lavapiés
The Central House Madrid Lavapiés
The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel Madrid

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel?

The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel?

Yep, The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel has a secured covered self car park for EUR 29 per night.

What makes The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel.

Does The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel?

No, The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 210 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A fabulous budget option for central Madrid

It's easy to flinch a bit when you hear the term "hostel" but the Central House in Lavapiés in Madrid isn't just a clean, comfortable place to stay. With a funky bar that has something fun programmed every night (walking tours, trivia nights, language exchanges) and super-helpful staff who know the area inside and out, it's a great resource for getting to know Europe's most vibrant capital city. It's located within walking distance of the Plaza Mayor and the Puerta del Sol, with lots of great bookstores, bars and restaurants nearby, and is easy to reach by public transit.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very central, close to everything. Clean and nice. I love the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

idamary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient place in a centric area, good price this was my first experience in a hostel and it was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian Thaddeus Anthony, Annandale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hostel in an excellent location. Convenient and close to major attractions. The lobby is inviting and hip. I would book here again when we return to Madrid. The quad room was tight for 4 adults but it’s fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Richelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff service was phenomenal! They were very friendly and accommodating. We arrived early and they were super nice and accommodated us and let us check in early. They also call the cabs for us whenever needed. The bathrooms were not the cleanest and you had to rent towels. Other than that, everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick Nti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tharyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good option for easy access to Central Madrid and convenient location towards night life, markets and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, cheap convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trini

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was really nice and the staff was super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tarkan, Ladera Ranch

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend. Great location, clean and modern

Location was really good. I walked everywhere. The hostel was very modern and clean, almost felt more like a hotel. Having the cityplaza resto right across was very convenient for a bite and a drink. A few cons…had to pay to store my luggage. Every other place I’ve been to does it for free. No hair dryer in the room, had to ask at the front desk and the hair dryer stopped working after 2mins. The communal dinner doesn’t really seem to be a thing. The people at the city plaza didn’t even know what I was talking about when I mentioned it. But overall, I would still highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pritam

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena Carolina, Mexicali

Very easy going, clean and functional
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

JUAN CARLOS

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

DiDi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in efficient but not very friendly; maybe because busy holiday wkd? Other staff much more personable. Sunday walking tour w Izzi outstanding. Good pace, lots of history & general knowledge
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place centrally located.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little hostel, friendly staff, easy to get around the central areas. Can’t fault it for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

porfirio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Central

Great central place with lots to do, has bottom level parking as well so a must if you rent a car, got free beers at the bar aswell, very hipster. Would likely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muzamil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katayoun, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024