Hostal La Perla Asturiana, Madrid

Hostal La Perla Asturiana is a straightforward 2-star base in Madrid, Spain, set at Plaza de Santa Cruz, 3, right where the city’s historic core starts to feel walkable and lively. With a guest rating of 8.4/10 from 3,762 reviews, it’s the kind of place travelers tend to pick for practicality: easy days out, a quiet enough reset at night, and staff who handle day-to-day questions through a concierge service. Rooms are non-smoking, and air conditioning helps take the edge off Madrid’s warmer stretches. The shared lounge and TV area is a useful fallback if you want to wind down without heading back out.

Recent guest comments often highlight the overall cleanliness and the sense that the hostel follows careful hygiene routines between stays, including disinfecting guest rooms and using hand sanitizer in key areas. Families are welcome, and the property’s policies make it a reasonable option for travelers who want to keep logistics simple. Check-in runs from 1:00 PM to midnight, and check-out is at 11:30 AM, which suits both early sightseeing plans and late arrivals.

In terms of location, Plaza Mayor is about 0.05 km away, putting you within an easy stroll of Madrid’s central sights. The Royal Palace is roughly 1.5 km from the hostal, while the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum sits around 1.2 km away for art-focused afternoons. For a change of pace, Retiro Park is about 2 km, ideal for a longer walk or an evening break. Hostal La Perla Asturiana is best for budget-minded couples, families, and solo explorers who want a clean, comfortable base in the heart of the city.