HOSTAL ALICANTE, Madrid

The location is extremely central: 250 metres from Plaza Mayor, 400 metres from Gran Vía, and within a 5-minute walk of the Royal Palace and Opera. The pedestrianised Calle Arenal is lined with tapas bars, restaurants, and shops, including popular spots like Chocolatería San Ginés (0.5 km) and Tapa Tapa Arenal. Sol station connects directly to Madrid-Barajas Airport via express bus or metro, while a taxi costs around €30. The area is walkable for all major sights, with the Prado, Thyssen, and Reina Sofía museums about 20 minutes on foot.

Room types include single, double, twin, triple, and quadruple configurations, all with a private bathroom featuring a shower and bidet. Some rooms have a private balcony; others may have only a small window or no exterior window at all. Room sizes vary significantly: many are compact, especially the bathrooms, and the decor is basic. A safety deposit box is standard. Rooms are heated but lack air conditioning; ceiling fans are provided. Noise insulation is limited, so street-facing rooms can be affected by the nightclub opposite, while interior rooms may hear other guests. Daily housekeeping is provided.