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About this property
This family-run guest house is situated just 50 metres from the Puerta del Sol in Madrid. It offers 24-hour reception and air-conditioned, soundproofed and heated rooms with free Wi-Fi. All of the rooms at Hostal Esmeralda have a private bathroom. A hairdryer can be requested for free at reception. There is a coin-operated safe in all rooms. Services at the Esmeralda guest house include laundry, luggage storage and transfer to Barajas Airport, on request. Tickets for the Tourist Bus are available at reception. Guests can book trips to Toledo, El Escorial, the Valle de los Caídos and Ávila on site.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Lift
- Heating
- Laundry
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
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Guests who stayed here loved
- John
United Kingdom
“The property is very central - 200 steps from the Sol metro. Entrance is by speaker phone at the door and room keys are kept at reception where there is a 24 hour presence. The housekeeping is highly efficient and discrete.” - Lucas
Ireland
“Location, cleanliness and price. Furniture and Building is a bit old, but they worked perfectly well. Even with 38/39 degrees outside our room remained cool.” - Luke
Australia
“This place was very nice and located in a great spot. It seemed no more than a 15 minute walk to any significant attraction in the city (except Plaza de España) and it was very easy to walk into Plaza Nueva and get a taxi if we wanted to go...” - Daniel
Germany
“Central location, friendly staff, good price compared to insane hotel prices in Madrid” - Belinda
North Macedonia
“Great hostel, great medium sized room, great bed, perfect location, clean, friendly staff who let us leave our luggage on.” - Chamindra
Australia
“Over 50 solo female traveller here. 3 nights. Perfect location. 130mtrs to Puerta del Sol with Sol train station underground. Variety of restaurants including fast food outlets around. All sites within walking distance. I felt very safe and...” - Deep
United Arab Emirates
“Location is superb near to SOL metro stop, many attractions at walking distance or can be reached by metro, many shops and restaurants nearby, staff very helpful,” - Mat
United Kingdom
“Amazing location. Good value. Very friendly staff. Clean.” - Cavalli
Italy
“perfect position, cordiality and the room was very clean” - Antonea
United Kingdom
“Location was excellent, right in the middle of everything. The 24 hour reception was very helpful and you can leave your bags free of charge while you explore. Comfy beds and spotless room.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.






The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Hostal Esmeralda in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.