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The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel

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A short walk from Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol, The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel provides a terrace, shopping on site, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar

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Room options

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View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 8-Bed Dormitory Room)

A bunk bed room with a metal wardrobe labeled with letters B, C, and D.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A narrow hallway with bunk beds on one side and a desk with a chair on the other. There is a door at the end of the hallway.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Premium Shared Dormitory (1 bed in a 8-Bed Dormitory Room)

A dorm-style room with bunk beds, a bean bag chair, and a window with a view of greenery.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Premium Shared Dormitory (1 bed in a 6-Bed Dormitory Room)

A narrow hallway with bunk beds on one side and a desk with a chair on the other. There is a door at the end of the hallway.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 4-Bed Dormitory Room)

A bunk bed with a wooden headboard, a white mattress, and a red curtain.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (1 bed in a 4-Bed Dormitory Room)

A bunk bed with a wooden headboard, a white mattress, and a red curtain.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Double Room (private)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wardrobe, a vanity with a mirror, and a view of the balcony.

Double Room (private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with bunk beds, black curtains, and a wooden ceiling.

Quadruple Room (private)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window.

Room (private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a coffee machine, and a wooden countertop.

Penthouse

  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Room (private, 6 beds)

A narrow hallway with bunk beds on one side and a desk with a chair on the other. There is a door at the end of the hallway.

Room (private, 6 beds)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Premium Room (private, 6 beds)

A room with bunk beds, a mural with space-themed artwork, and a red curtain.

Premium Room (private, 6 beds)

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Room (private, 8 beds)

A hostel room with bunk beds, a mural, and a bean bag chair.

Room (private, 8 beds)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Premium Room (private, 8 beds)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a mural with space-themed artwork, and a sign indicating the exit.

Premium Room (private, 8 beds)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Room With Living Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Premium 6-bed Private Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Madrid Centro, a neighborhood in Madrid, The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel is near a metro station. Royal Palace of Madrid and Plaza de Cibeles are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Gran Via and Paseo de la Castellana. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Movistar Arena or Bernabéu Stadium. Visit our Madrid travel guide
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Calle de la Encomienda, 16, Madrid, Madrid, 28012

What's nearby

  • A bustling outdoor market with various stalls selling antiques and collectibles.
    El Rastro
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A statue of a man and a child in a courtyard with buildings in the background.
    Plaza de Santa Ana
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A statue of a man on horseback in front of a red building with white windows and balconies.
    Plaza Mayor
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A covered market with ornate architecture and a large clock.
    San Miguel Market
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A statue of a bear holding a tree with the inscription "50 AÑOS EN SOL".
    Puerta del Sol
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Casa Amadeo los Caracoles
    3 min walk
  • Café del Art
    3 min walk
  • El Imparcial
    3 min walk
  • Sahuaro
    2 min walk
  • Cerveceria Cruz
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self 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 10 for adults and EUR 10 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.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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 available

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 29 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for EUR 29 per night.

What time is check-in at The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel located?

Located in Madrid Centro, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of El Rastro and Plaza Mayor. Puerta del Sol and Royal Palace of Madrid are also within 15 minutes. Tirso de Molina Station and La Latina Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 370 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 370 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 370 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 370 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 370 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything eas really nice and was very well located
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s located downtown Madrid. Close to everything, restaurants, nightlife, flamenco shows. The staff is very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hostel stay for a solo traveller. Clean, social, modern and walking distance to all of the main sights in Madrid. Couldn’t ask for much more!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mohamad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique design but useful amazing location clean and friendly staff close to everything in Madrid
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful, and friendly staff. Great location. Would return again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emiliano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. The place was very clean and in a great central location, close to everything. Check-in was easy and smooth. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant hostel, lovely staff, great area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay with my family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa Xiaoling

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location , friendly staff, clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our time at the Central House. The vibe is great and the room was very comfortable. This was the best property we stayed in during our 8 day stint in Spain. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Em

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was central and had multiple amenities, i.e. metro, convenience stores, restaurants, etc. and tourist attractions within walking distance. Note that they do not have a kitchen or fridge for you to cook or store food/drinks. Their AC was not helpful or not working properly as it was unbearably hot in the rooms. Overall, this was a decent hostel that offered different activities to meet and socialize with other guests.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hamza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the good stay. Everything was clean and well organized. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere was comfortable. I appreciated the service and the overall experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trini

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ariane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a quick stay for 1 night only between my trip from Seville and Valencia but as far I could see the hostel looks nice and the staff is friendly. Good ambient and installations. Stayed in a mixed room and the bathroom and shower is much better than the other hostel I stayed in Madrid before, not far from this one. There’s a separation for people put their toiletries which I think it’s really important, as most hostels are disorganised and lack privacy unfortunately.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Amenities
Location: 5-minute walk from the subway station, and in the proximity of the attractions and shopping areas Cleanliness: good, towel rental is available or you can bring your own Breakfast costs only EUR10, and can be paid at the reception.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, good facilities but not very social including the staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lani

Our family had a wonderful stay. Kids loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

idamary

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tharyn

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica

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

Good stay in Madrid

Enjoyed the location and the stay was very moderns. A lot more families than expected since it’s part hostel part hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonatiuh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well planned and use of spaces, great break fast and super nice staff. The area is no the safest, specially after dark.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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