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Madrid, Spain

Madrid – Student accommodation, hostels and coworking spaces in Madrid (Spain). Maps of Madrid, photos and reviews for each place in Madrid.

Student accommodation - Hostels - Coworking in Madrid (Spain)

Students, international students, interns, backpackers, roomates and digital nomads can book cheap dorms and safe private rooms in downtown Madrid, close to boarding schools, high schools, colleges, halls of residence and universities, close to buses or train stations, airports or major attractions in Madrid.

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Dina
There was a lot of noise, at night, he lacked order.
8.9
Good ubication
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Lucas
Top welcome, atmosphere and infrastructure just niquelle
9.9
Very good establishment
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Caroline
Excellent value
9.3
Well located excellent reception, comfortable beds.

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Madrid – Student accommodation, hostels and coworking spaces in Madrid (Spain). Maps of Madrid, photos and reviews for each place in Madrid.

Welcome to Madrid

Ready to hostel with style? Situated bang in the centre of the country, Spain’s capital city has world-famous museums and attractions, cool boutiques, moreish tapas and of course that inimitable, tireless Spanish nightlife – so prepare for refined days and crazy nights that go on until the sun comes up. None of that means Madrid isn’t backpacker-friendly. Whether you’re travelling solo or as a group, you’ll find masses of cheap youth hostels to suit your needs and budget. For city centre hostels and downtown hostels, look in the Palacio, Sol and Cortes districts, packed with sights and bars, including the Royal Palace grand Plaza Mayor. Or choose winding streets of Malasana and Justica, full of buzzing cafes and restaurants. Either way, when you step out of your dorm you’ll discover a mix of elegance and energy that is uniquely Madrid.

The Post Office panorama

The viewing platform at the historical central Post Office, called Palacio de Comunicaciones, has amazing views over the city. Even better, tickets are backpacker price (i.e. free).
The Post Office panorama
The Post Office panorama

The Prado

Go straight from your dorm to one of the world’s most famous art museums. The Prado containing masterpieces from the 12th to the 19th century, making it one of the most visited Madrid tourist attractions. Free admission for students under 25 and free to everyone on Sundays.
The Prado
The Prado

Malasaña

Malasaña is an affordable, backpacker-friendly district with lively bars, alternative shops and various music venues. Youthful crowds flock to its busy streets, centred around the Plaza del Dos de Mayo.
Malasaña
Malasaña

San Antonio de la Florida (June)

Madrid’s biggest street party takes place on 13th June in Moncloa. Traditionally, girls put their hand into a fountain full of pins at the San Antonio church, and the more pins stick to their hands, the luckier they’ll be in love.

Festimad

Held annually in May or June, the two day Festimad festival attracts fans of rock, dance, poetry reading and more. It is normally held in the Bellas Artes building and in Móstoles.
Festimad
Festimad

La Musa

For great tapas that’s not too pricey, we suggest La Musa. There are three other venues run by the same people (but with different names), all centrally located.

Barco

One of the most recommended bars in Malasaña is Barco, which attracts locals and backpackers alike with a mix of club nights, flamenco and live music.
Barco
Barco

El Rastro

A popular attraction is El Rastro, an outdoor market open on Sundays 09:00-15:00 around Ribera de Curtidores and adjacent streets. Grab some bric-a-brac and liven up that hostel dorm…
El Rastro
El Rastro

Madrid Cards

Buy a Madrid Card from the Madrid Tourist Information office in the Plaza Mayor, which gives free access to over 40 museums and guided tours plus other discounts.

Airports Madrid Airport Barajas has four terminals, with most international flights arriving and departing from T1. You can use buses or the metro to head to the centre and find your hostel. Two bus services operate between the airport and Avenida de America in central Madrid – the number 200 stops at T1, T2 and T3, while the 204 service leaves from T4. The airport is within Zone A of the metro. Line 8 leaves from the first floor of T2. Change lines at either Mar de Cristal (line 4) or Nuevos Ministerios (line 10), to Alonso Martinez station then switch to line 2 to Gran Via in the centre. By train Backpackers arriving from or departing to east or southern Spain, you will likely use Atocha train station, more formally known as Puerta de Atocha. It’s well connected for the main bus station, airport and other train stations. International services and trains to and from Bilbao, Salamanca, Avila, Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Valladolid and Burgos arrive and depart at Chamartin train station. By bus Madrid's main bus station is Méndez Alvaro, also known as Estación del Sur (South Station). Buses to and from north and northeast destinations such as Barcelona, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Santander, Vitoria, Burgos, leave/arrive Avenida de America. It’s close to Atocha station and the Pacifico metro stop (lines 1 and 6). Getting around Book bus tickets in advance at: www.movelia.es. A 10-journey 'metrobus' ticket can be used on buses and metro within Zone A. Buy from metro and bus stations, as well as tobacconists and newspaper kiosks throughout the city. Buy a tourist travel pass for discounted travel on all types of public transport within Madrid. Language: Castilian Spanish Currency: Euro Voltage: 220 volts, 50 Hz - round two-pin plugs are used Time zone: GMT+1 Dialing code: +34 for Spain, 91 for MadridPost office: Oficina de Correos, Calle de Martín de los Heros, 57, 28008 Madrid. Tel 915 47 41 33 HospitalsHospital Ramón y Cajal, Ctra. De Colmenar Viejo Km 9100, 28034. Tel 913 36 80 66. Hospital a Paz, Pº de la Castellana 261, 28046. Tel 917 277 000, 917 27 73 39 (accident and emergency) Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, C. Doctor Esquerdo 46, 28007. Tel 915 86 85 56, 915 86 85 05 (accident and emergency) Tourist Information: Plaza Mayor, Casa de la Panadería, Plaza Mayor, 27, 28012; Tel 915 88 16 36 Typical opening hours: Most supermarkets and department stores open all day from 10am to 9pm, including Sundays. Some city centre stay open until 10pm, while smaller neighbourhood shops may close from 2pm-5pm, then reopen until 8.30pm. Emergency numbers: Call 112 for emergency services, and 098 to reach a 24-hour chemist. The Central Police Station (Comisaría de policía Madrid-Centro) is on 915 48 79 85.