Top Picks: The Best Hostels in Madrid

Filters

Price Range (per night)
€3 - €172

Rating


Suitable For

Show more

Facilities

Show more

Neigborhood

Show more

Tech & Gadgets

Show more

Accessibility

Show more

Comfort & Safety

Show more

Activities & Extras

Show more

Property Type

Show more

Fun Social Hostels in Madrid – Make Friends Easily!

19 hostels in Madrid. Prices start from €3 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.

Traveling to Madrid and ready to meet new friends? These fun social hostels are perfect for travelers who love community life, group activities, and shared adventures. Expect events like pub crawls, family dinners, game nights, karaoke, walking tours, and cooking classes — all designed to break the ice and make it easy to connect.

We’ve handpicked hostels known for their lively atmosphere and welcoming staff, where you’ll feel part of a travel family in no time. Plus, we compare prices from major booking platforms so you can save money while making lifelong memories!

$
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
#1 Top Rated

Onefam Sungate

Arganzuela
Female Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo Traveller

"…- This is one of the best hostels I have stayed at. The location is fantastic, its only a 3 minute walk to the main area of Madrid, Plaza Mayor. As soon as you step outside there are shops on the

from €16.88
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…The outdoor area has chairs and tables where guests can eat or play games. The nightly pub crawl usually begins here. There is a BBQ also sometimes used by staff to cook dinner. These spaces are

from €15.27
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

Ok Hostel

Centro
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Each bunk has its own individual power sockets and lights, and a very large under-bunk lockable drawer (bring your own padlock). There are plenty of hooks, and a small desk. The opening window can

from €16.73
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

The Hat

Centro
Boutique HostelFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo Traveller

"…Our room had a little balcony too. The sink was outside the room, which was helpful when people were showering. Met a lot of great people in my room, at the Sangria night and bar crawl. Overall a

from €17.42
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Security is done with cards since you enter the place. Rooms are dark, so that people can actually rest. There´s a nice bar downstairs, nice lounge. Toilets and showers are clean and very good. Will

from €14.62
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Boutique HostelDigital NomadsFemale Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…We also have 24 hour reception. If you need to work, we have a magnificent coworking available 24 hours a day and a dining room to make your stay more comfortable. All staff are happy to

from €12.19
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

2060 The Newton Hostel

Centro
Privacy Curtains
Boutique HostelFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo Traveller

"…It's mostly clean, the bathrooms were in good order, and has helpful staff. The beds are memory foam, so no springs poking you, and each pod has its own light, plug, curtain, and storage pocket.

from €12.72
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
CouplesDigital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…That's why we have options that will adapt to any needs or budgets: private or shared rooms, for those who travel alone, for couples, for groups, for families, with or without a terrace. Always with

from €13.16
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

Latroupe Prado

Privacy Curtains
Boutique HostelDigital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…- Check out at 11.00 - Late check-out until 14.00 (shared dorms: 7€ per bed) / (private rooms: 20€ per room)) General: - Breakfast 9,5€ - not included - 24 hours reception. - No curfew

from €14.44
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

Only For Women Hostel Madrid-sol

Free Breakfast
Privacy Curtains
Female Only Hostels

"…Enjoy free breakfast, access to a lounge with sofa and TV, and filtered water. Rooms with capacity for 4-6 people or a double room for more privacy. All designed for you to live a unique

from €20.37
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…Taxes included. Breakfast not included. General: No curfew No pets allowed. Children can stay free of charge 0-4, from 4 is as Adult. Non smoking." …"By taxi or metro from the airport." …

from €21.84
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

Way Hostel

Centro
Privacy Curtains
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Nice and helpful staff, please ask them for tips and you won't be let down. Every night there is a pub-crawl in the city. Access to the building during the entire night (staff is attending 24h) and

from €11.63
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Boutique HostelFamily-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…Common Spaces On the second floor is where you will find most of your common spaces. They have a small kitchenette with microwave, sink, and oven/griller. Unfortunately, there are no stove tops.

from €12.59
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

Hostelfly Madrid Airport

Privacy Curtains
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Breakfast not available General: 24 hours reception. No curfew No pets allowed Over 18 years old" …"…Metro Barajas Metro Station 600 m Metro Airport T1-T2-T3 Metro Station 850 m Train

from €15.92
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

Barbieri Sol Hostel

Free Breakfast
Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…That's the feeling I had. Bedbugs and old and disgusting - Dec 2016. we thought our daughter had hives -- the next day when I got bites we realized they were bedbugs. we changed rooms and the next

from €13.36
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
CouplesFamily-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

Calle Hortaleza, 74

from €9.23
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
CouplesDigital NomadsFamily-Friendly Hostel

"…You could bring your own or you could buy at reception for 8€. Towels for rent are available for 2€. In the shared rooms no minor of 17 years is allowed. The minors of 17 years could stay with

from €15.18
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

Cats Hostel Madrid Sol

Centro
Free Breakfast
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…So Many Activities - I loved staying at Cat's because it was clean, safe, and there were a ton of awesome activities like a pub crawl and free walking tour (the guide Carlos was so knowledgable and

from €14.20
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Capsule HotelsSolo Traveller

"…Each capsule has been designed to offer you privacy, silence and comfort, its own power socket, curtain for privacy and individual ventilation. A short walk from Plaza de España Metro Station (7

from €12.79

Hotels in Madrid

Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…Taxes included Breakfast not available General: No reception, self-check-in via online form and keypads. No curfew No pets allowed No Smoking" …"The nearest airport is Adolfo Suarez Madrid-

from €67.52
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…We had a balcony facing the street too and it was not noisy at all. Cheap too!! I think 35 euros a person?? Would love to stay here again if I ever go back to Madrid! It has TV and A/C and fresh

from €37.65
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelOlder travelers (+50)

"…The Art Madrid guest house is situated in Madrid’s lively La Latina neighbourhood. Tirso de Molina Metro Station is 20 metres away. They say that hospitality is a gift ... but also at the Hostal

from €92.98
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Even though we have train stations nearby, you will find everything you need from a walking distance! : plazas, bars, clubs, fine dining and theater!. Our Reception is open from 9 AM till

from €46.28
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

Hotel Anaco

Free Breakfast
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

"…Hotel Anaco is located in one of the best leisure areas in Madrid centre, surrounded by major theaters, cinemas, restaurants,music halls. And along with monuments of great value to tourism as the

from €48.20
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"Hostal is ok, so-so. The problem is the staff. Extremely rude when aksed for help. Careful, especially with the manager, it nearly ruined our stay." …"…Policies Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: 12:

from €42.37
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Helpfully and professional staff. Check in time from 12pm Check out time at 12pm Credit Card Facilities" …"…Terminal 2 Salidas Terminal 3 P-2 Exit Madrid Take the exit towards:

from €83.13
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…The Erasmo Residence Hall is well connected to Madrid thanks to the RENFE train station located 10 minute walk away. The train takes just 20 minutes to reach Puerta del Sol, Madrid's main square.

from €45.13
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Capsule Hotels

"…Payment upon arrival by cash, credit and debit card Taxes included Breakfast not included General: 24 hours reception. No special conditions" …"The nearest airport is Adolfo Suarez Madrid-

from €15.00
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Solo Traveller

Carrera de San Jerónimo, 30-32, 5th

from €42.61
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

Hostal Persal

Free Breakfast
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…It is located in the heart of the historic quarter of Madrid \'Barrio de las Letras\', near all the main monuments. It is only 100 yards from the Puerta del Sol and very close to the Plaza Mayor and

from €46.59
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

"Rafaelhoteles Atocha is situated in the center of Madrid, at walking distance from the Atocha Railway-Station, and close to the area known as 'the culture mile' offering the Prado Museum, the Thyssen

from €78.40
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…Reception is open from 08:00 to 22:00 General: Departure time is at 11:00 if you want to stay in common areas and use the facilities, Internet, showers and kitchen must pay a surcharge of 5

from €32.88
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Solo Traveller

"…It offers a highly specialized service and excellent facilities, equipped with all the comfort you may need for the more demanding customers. We also offer you friendly stuffs and a warm

from €43.38

Guest Houses in Madrid

Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Solo Traveller

"…All the rooms are ensuite and the rooms have heater and TV. Our property is similar to a hotel but on a more modest level. For those people who don't need all the services of a hotel we offer you a

from €45.43
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"2 stars Hostel/B&B .All rooms fully equipped with private bathroom , Hairdryer, television, telephone, free wifi. reception 24 hrs. lift in the building. There are also apartments to rent for days/

from €54.85
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

THC Bergantin Hostel

Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller

Calle de la Victoria 1º 4ta

from €37.12
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

"…Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive. Smoking is not allowed. Parties/events

from €48.93
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…The best two parts of the hostal is the great location and price. Only 10/15 walk to the nearest metro and bus station. Right in the heart of all the restaurants and bars. Truly worth the stay for

from €48.36
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

"My opinion of this hostel is nothing less than excellent. This accommodation was clean, cordial, and very friendly. I was there in July of 2001 and stayed until August 2 2001. I had almost relocated

from €23.96
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

"…* Hairdryer * Credit cards admitted * Air conditioning * Heating * Elevator * Smoking room * Safe box" …"To get to the hostel: Being located about 2 minutes walk from Puerta

from €37.72
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

"…Our main goal is to make the customer feel happy and comfortable in our establishment. Our property is located 200 meters from the main entrance of the Palace Vistalegre a very lively area with a

from €33.39
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…and check-out time is before 11:00 a.m. CANCELLATION POLICY: You can cancel at no cost up to 48 hours before your arrival date. If the cancellation is made with less than 48 hours´ notice or in

from €21.83
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…It offers elegant accommodation with free Wi-Fi and is only 5 minutes’ walk from Plaza España. Gran Vía Avenue is just 500 metres away, while you can walk to the Almudena Royal Palace and

from €28.97
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Solo Traveller

"…It offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception, 3 minutes’ walk from Chueca. Cosy rooms at Pension Adeco feature traditional functional décor and all include central

from €32.66
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…From our hostal you can enjoy the best spots in Madrid, Gran Via, Plaza de Oriente, Royal Palace, the Art Triangle and many corners. Advice about arrival time. Check in time at 12pm If your

from €32.69
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"The Hostal Buenos Aires is a centrally located accommodation in the heart of Madrid, on the Gran Via has rooms on double and triple, and family. The services offered by the Hostal Buenos Aires:

from €46.79
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…Hostal Regio operates a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk, where useful information is available on the city and its surroundings. Non-alcoholic drinks can be purchased on site. Rooms also include

from €38.20
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool

Hostal Pizarro

Free Breakfast
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…At the end of the shops, Chueca became one of the neighborhoods most animated of the night Madrid. The Madrid Chueca district has become the first district 'WiFi' of Europe, because it has more

from €31.79
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…All rooms have their own bathroom, hairdryer, tv and telephone. Central heating, air conditioning, Wi-fee and cromotherapy are also provided. Other services offered include laundry, safe box,

from €29.06
Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…There are several public car parks near the Hostal so that parking in Madrid will not be a problem. The best of Madrid as regards cinemas, theatres, restaurants, bars, pubs (area of Huertas

from €15.95

Apartments in Madrid

Add to Hostel wishlist
Add to Hostel Comparizon tool
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…The double rooms offered are the small double rooms only available with double beds. All are air-conditioned and fitted with TFT television screens, safety deposit box, music and en suite bathrooms

from €44.59
6 Hidden Gemz in Madrid (by Hostelgeeks)

6 Hidden Gemz in Madrid (by Hostelgeeks)

Explore Madrid

Discover the best hostels to suit every traveller type.

Cool Social Hostels in Madrid we all Love

We all love the social hostel life. These social hostels in Madrid are perfect for travelers who enjoy community, fun, and connection. Whether it’s a family dinner, a pub crawl, a game night, or a walking tour, these hostels offer plenty of ways to break the ice and make new friends.

The common areas are always buzzing with activity, and the hostel staff are pros at creating a fun, welcoming vibe. Many hostels also feature organized events like cooking classes, themed parties, karaoke nights, and more — perfect for bonding with fellow adventurers.

Pro tip: Check the hostel’s event calendar or the blackboard for daily activities. Jump in, say “hello,” and let the good times roll!

Pack your bags, join the fun, and make Madrid one of your most social travel experiences yet!

More from Our Blog About Madrid

HomePluz
0
Comparizon