What is the cost of a hostel in Madrid?

On average, it’s $99/night for a hostel in Madrid, though $63/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $13/night in Madrid. Try to avoid booking your hostel in May (the most expensive month). Booking in August (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Madrid?

With an average review score of 9.4 (out of 10) from 4,444 HotelsCombined users, Hostal Madrid is considered the best Madrid hostel.

What hostel is closest to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Hostal Siesta & Go Nuevos Ministerios is 11.3 km away from Madrid Barajas Airport, making it the closest Madrid hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

What area of Madrid is most popular to stay in?

Centro is the most popular area of Madrid to stay in. In the past year, 13% of HotelsCombined users looking for Madrid hostels searched within Centro. Bastardo Hostel is a popular hostel in Centro if you choose to stay in the area.

What is the most popular hostel in Madrid closest to Puerta del Sol?

The most popular Madrid hostel near Puerta del Sol is Hostal Madrid. Hostal Madrid has a rating of 9.4/10 from 4,444 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.2 km from Puerta del Sol.

Should I stay in a Madrid hostel?

Hostels in Madrid tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Madrid hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

Does Madrid have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

Yes, 17 Madrid hostels list “Air-conditioned” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Madrid with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Motion Chueca.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Madrid?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Madrid is August ($48). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Madrid is December ($101).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Madrid?

The cheapest day to stay in Madrid is Sunday ($17). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $377.

How much is a hostel in Madrid tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Madrid tonight starting as low as $13, rising to an average cost of $278, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Madrid for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Madrid?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Madrid. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $56 per night.

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Top-rated Madrid, Spain hostels

Our users rated these hostels as some of the best places to stay in Madrid. Make sure to read hostel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.

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Hostal La Zona

Calle de Valverde 7 1Ero, Madrid, Spain

0.6 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

$220

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Travel insights for hostels in Madrid

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Madrid?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Madrid is August ($48). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Madrid is December ($101).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Madrid?

The cheapest day to stay in Madrid is Sunday ($17). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $377.

How much is a hostel in Madrid tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Madrid tonight starting as low as $13, rising to an average cost of $278, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Madrid for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Madrid?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Madrid. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $56 per night.

Top-rated Madrid, Spain hostels

Browse through properties in Madrid, Spain that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 9,774 properties in Madrid, Spain and data was last updated on 2 October 2026.

Our users rated these hostels as some of the best places to stay in Madrid. Make sure to read hostel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.

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Where to stay in Madrid

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What is the cost of a hostel in Madrid?

What’s the best hostel in Madrid?

What hostel is closest to Madrid Barajas Airport?

What area of Madrid is most popular to stay in?

What is the most popular hostel in Madrid closest to Puerta del Sol?

Should I stay in a Madrid hostel?

Does Madrid have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

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