Expert reviews
“Now here’s something special. The views alone would be reason enough to come to this hotel and definitely worth paying extra for – rooms with balconies look out over the Palacio Real and Plaza de Oriente.”
What guests liked
- Spacious rooms
- Boutique style
- Friendly staff
- Excellent Wifi
- Top location
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
This fine establishment is located on 2 Plaza de Oriente in the Madrid City Centre offering comfortable and satisfying room options for guests in the city.
Hostal Central Palace overlooks the Royal Palace giving guests a view of one of the most beautiful and interesting buildings in the city while the famous Sabatini Gardens is also located near the hotel creating the ideal tranquil oasis for guests.
Guests can make use of the quality services and facilities available in the hotel while the friendly staff in the hotel will ensure they immediately feel at home the moment guests step into the hotel premises.
The hotel holds the distinction of being the only hospitality center in the Plaza de Oriente Square, making it a favorite of tourists as well as travelers with business in the Royal Palace which is directly opposite the hotel.
The hotel offers lush room options such as Interior Single Room, Interior Double Room, Deluxe Double Room, Interior Deluxe Double Room and Interior Twin Room. All the hotel rooms are spacious and feature stylish classic décor and wooden floors, which gives the rooms the touch of elegance.
The hotel offers standard amenities such as free Wi-Fi for high-speed internet access, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a minibar and a private bathroom which features thoughtful additions such as a hairdryer, bathroom slippers, and bathrobes.
Staff reception is available to help with any tips on living in the city. Also, the staff reception is very friendly.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
17 October 2025
Beautiful room and great location!
Beautiful room and view with a great location across from the Palace! Loved that there was an affordable breakfast downstairs and an elevator to our rooms. Alina at the front desk is so nice, welcoming and helpful!!
Nothing.
15 October 2025
Very good
It was a great location in a very pretty part of Madrid. The main parts of the old city were easily accessible by metro and on foot. There were excellent restaurants all around. I recommend the breakfast vouchers for the associated restaurant downstairs.
The rooms was a bit small but that is be expected given the location.
14 October 2025
A lovely comfy place to stay opposite the Palace near lots of cafes and restaurants
The room was a really spacious size and had a perfect outlook over the gardens towards the palace. It was well located with lots of restaurants and cafes nearby. You could walk everywhere from this hotel and I really liked the fact is was not in a hugely busy area. As a single female traveller I felt safe and really enjoyed my stay at this property.
13 October 2025
Lovely stay in excellent location.
We had a wonderful view of the Royal Palace. Breakfasts were offered for a reasonable price at the next door cafe. The room was comfortable and roomy.
Everything was nice.
12 October 2025
Exceptional
The staff was so helpful! They arranged our taxi to the airport at 4AM! The location is absolutely perfect and our room was huge!
11 October 2025
I enjoyed it very much.
The staff were welcoming, friendly, and helpful.
One staff member didn't speak English very well - but the other one did!
11 October 2025
Wonderful stay
The location is close to everywhere. The staff is very helpful, a special thanks to Alina. Rooms are clean.
10 October 2025
Exceptional
First of all, the staff (sorry forgot her name) literally came out on the street to guide us to hostal. The view from the room was the greatest I have ever experienced.
No complaints.
9 October 2025
Great location, spacious room and wonderful reception people.
Location, room and the reception people!! Everything was wonderful…even the information they texted me prior to arrival. If I make it back to Madrid, I will definitely stay there again.
8 October 2025
Absolutely marvellous, everything you need for a great stay in Madrid.
Central, traffic free, some original features.
Fridge temperature too low, very noisy from the restaurant next door.
7 October 2025
We loved our room, everything was great! Pictures are from our room balcony.
Amazing location, the view from the room was stunning. The staff is so helpful and friendly. We could check in early which was a life saver after our long flight… we would come back!
There is a good amount of noise outside, so if you are a light sleeper that could be an issue.
7 October 2025
Very good
Friendly and very helpful staff. Really good support.
The wooden floor were quite sqeekie. During night could be heard .
7 October 2025
Must stay while you are in Madrid
This room is wow. I did not expect to stay in such an amazing place. We stayed in Mid August and the price of this room was so cheap, I think other times it is a lot more expensive. But wow I loved this place, it was grand and I would find myself staring outside the window and watching everyone go past. The square itself is very nice and makes the whole area very quiet with just the sounds of people. The location is amazing as well, so close to everything in Madrid by walking.
We got woken up one of the days in the morning around 8am because the restaurant downstairs were dragging all their chairs around. Not sure why this particular morning, because the next morning it wasn't an issue.
6 October 2025
Perfect location near everything, very clean and spacious room
Location was perfect! Near all the main sights in Madrid. Very comfortable and spacious room. Everything at walking distance. Metro station 1 block away
6 October 2025
Excellent location with the view of royal Palace
The location is very good, close to the main attraction with nice restaurants and also quiet late at night for good sleep
6 October 2025
This was our second time to stay here. We will be back!
The location is wonderful, and it’s worth it to pay a little extra to get a room with a view.
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6 October 2025
Exceptional
Excellent location and view - we had the room with the rooftop balcony overlooking the square and palace; parking is easy under the square with an exit next to the hotel entrance.
5 October 2025
Well located, charming place in the heart of Madrid
The charm of an old palace decor that is not overly done Location was excellent across the gardens of the Madrid Royal Palace and at waking distance of central Madrid attractions. Receptionist was very helpful and polite
Nothing, ideal for solo travelers
5 October 2025
Lovely accommodation near the Palace, Opera House and Opera Metro.
We chose a room without a street view and we were happy with our choice. Big room (apartment size) with living & dining areas as well as a separate bedroom. Nice area to walk around. Close to the Palace and Opera metro. Complimentary wine was a lovely touch. Staff very friendly. Room was quiet.
Nothing
4 October 2025
The staff were so helpful and pleasant, would stay there again when in Madrid
Property was very clean and spacious
Nothing
3 October 2025
Very good
Location and staff were excellent
Creaky floors made it hard to sleep
1 October 2025
Alina at the reception is an asset for this property, very helpful, polite and knowledgeable
Excellent Location
1 October 2025
Would certainly choose Hostal Central Palace for a future visit to Madrid.
The location is ideal. In front of a beautiful park, with an open-air restaurant in front, without traffic coming through. A couple of blocks from the Royal Palace.
Easier access to the first floor to reach the elevator to the reception. Pulling luggage up a few steps is challenging for older guests.
29 September 2025
The most beautiful hostal I have ever stayed in...PERIOD!
OMG!!! I cannot say enough about this property! If you have the opportunity to stay here please make the effort. The location is amazing facing the Royal Palace. It is within walking distance of most all of Madrid Old Town sites like Plaza de Sol, Plaza Mayor, Mercado de San Miguuel, El Rastro (on Sundays), Gran Via. All within 15 minutes or less walking! Go the extra mile( another 15 minutes walking) and you are in El Retiro park! The rooms in this Hostal are extremely large and beautifully furnished. All the rooms have a luxurious bathroom and at least one TV with free wi-fi and a wonderful guest basket which included champagne, wine, coffee, and tea. Definitely on par with some of the nicest full hotels in Madrid but at the price of a 4 star Hostal.
Maybe better parking in the immediate vecinity but even that wasn't such an issue. Great place and hard to find something bad here.
29 September 2025
Good location and clean well presented spacious rooms at a reasonable price.
Good location, spacious rooms, clean and well presented rooms with additional gifts.
No bedside lights in our room.
28 September 2025
Exceptional
Everything!
26 September 2025
Charming, welcoming stay in favorite area of Madrid with wonderful staff.
Our favorite location in Madrid. Chill and lovely to walk around. Gorgeous views of the palace from our top floor terrace. Charming traditional decor reflecting the regal area. Coffees and wine welcome was lovely! Wonderful, helpful staff. Good breakfast with couple. Large, lovely bathroom. Good AC.
25 September 2025
Great location, great experience
Really clean, great location, friendly & helpful staff
The bed was a little too firm
25 September 2025
Great accommodations,very affordable
Great location this was our second trip at this hotel, it’s the best and close to everything.
25 September 2025
It was great !!!
It was great :) Very cleans and a great location.
Nothing
25 September 2025
Exceptional
Nice large rooms and very helpful front desk staff. Great location.
Nothing.
23 September 2025
Great location and clean place to stay.
Loved the location. The staff all were very helpful and friendly. The room was clean and I loved the little balcony in our room.
Na
22 September 2025
5 Minutes walk to Madrid Palace
excellent location. can go everywhere by foot in madrid
the rooms at 4/F and 5/F were strange. hear guests walking on the floor, in the corridor. they made high volume to us
21 September 2025
Excellent Location
Excellent Location
20 September 2025
Very nice.
The view was very nice. Many restaurants around. Room was nice.
Decoration a little bit old. Not enough space for luggage and clothing.
19 September 2025
I would recommend this property to anyone I know visiting Madrid
Super convenient. A great value for the area. The staff was exceptional. Very helpful and professional.
19 September 2025
Great location
The location is brilliant. The room was clean and spacious. The €10 breakfast at the cafe was great too. Definitely would stay here again.
N/a
19 September 2025
Great place for amazing value
Perfect place
Cleanliness, location and staff
16 September 2025
A perfect central location for a Madrid visit.
Location was perfect and the view of the palace was nice. Staff were very helpful.
15 September 2025
Elegant property in beautiful surroundings
Loved the terrace and the spacious quirky apartment
Having to leave
15 September 2025
Amazing accommodation would def stay here again.
Everything. Larger room than expected. Awesome location. Great option for breakfast... ask staff on arrival for more details.
Cranky old lift but it was amusing at times lol
14 September 2025
Exceptional
The room was incredible and the view from the terrace was so special! The lady at the reception was kind and helpful. Great location within walking distance to everything we needed. Thank you.
14 September 2025
Exceptional
Everything
14 September 2025
Marvelous
The view
13 September 2025
Exceptional
The staff were very friendly and helpful. Amazing location and view!
10 September 2025
A little gem in Madrid most beautiful area
Big room with a personal touch
7 September 2025
Great stay
Location. Decor and aircon. Lift was quirky but useful. Complimentary items were well received. We paid 10 euros through hotel reception and received a lovely breakfast at Cafe Oriente next door.
Nothing except the safe didnt work.
7 September 2025
Hospitable Hostal
Location Generous room size Helpful and friendly staff Character building
Noise and cigarette smell from atrium (inside room) Loose bathroom/ shower fittings Marks on the walls No fire alarm instructions
7 September 2025
My Best Stay in Madrid
My best stay in Madrid! The staff is truly incredible – they were so kind and even happily kept my luggage after checkout. The location is just fantastic – right across from the Royal Palace, with all the main attractions nearby. Within 15 minutes you can walk to Gran Vía and Plaza de España. The room design adds a royal touch, making the whole experience feel special. A truly inspiring place to stay!
More days) i will definitely come back
Hotel facilities
Services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Tour desk
- - Concierge service
- - Daily housekeeping
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Access to health care professionals
Reception services
- - Invoice provided

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19 October 2025
Some small things, but overall a pleasant stay.