The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel

2.0 star property

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Restaurant
Reception
Exterior
Rooftop terrace
Restaurant

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Calle de la Encomienda, 16, Madrid, Madrid, 28012
  • Place, Plaza de España - Princesa
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza Mayor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerta del Sol
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Madrid (MAD-Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room (private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Quadruple Room (private)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room (private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Penthouse

  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room (private, 6 beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room (private, 6 beds)

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room (private, 8 beds)

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room (private, 8 beds)

  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room With Living Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium 6-bed Private Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel

A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk.
The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel offers 53 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Plaza Mayor. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include locker space, laundry facilities, and a car charging station
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel. Parking is available for a fee.

This Madrid hostel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (EUR 29 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 9.50 for adults and EUR 9.50 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.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 9.50 for adults and EUR 9.50 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 29 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

The Central House Lavapiés
The Central House Madrid Lavapiés
The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel Madrid

The Central House Madrid Lavapiés - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 336 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 336 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 336 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 336 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 336 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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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

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the train station and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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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

8/10 Good

Lisa Xiaoling

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and bathrooms. Stayed with family. Very convinient location and smooth process
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mohamed Said

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really cool corner to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosa Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast need more hot options, the coffee must be better
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eberardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, great area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Elisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first time staying at a Hostel and was very impressed. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and very good location. Property very clean and staff is very nice. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, cheap convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

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

10/10 Excellent

Lani

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

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