🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain
Scout Madrid Hostel
📍 19, Calle Entre Arroyos, Madrid, 28030
Your stay — Scout Madrid Hostel
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The Property — Scout Madrid Hostel
Scout Madrid Hostel is a sociable, budget-friendly base in the city centre, a short walk from Gran Vía. The lobby feels like a busy hostel common room – bright, functional, and full of travellers comparing notes over free coffee. It suits solo backpackers or groups who prioritise location and price over quiet luxury; private rooms are basic but clean, dorms are standard. The USP is the rooftop terrace with views over central Madrid, especially lively in summer.
Chronicles of Madrid
Madrid was founded in the 9th century as a Moorish fortress, later becoming the capital of Spain in 1561 under Philip II. Its architecture is a mix of Habsburg brick-and-plaza layouts and Bourbon neoclassical grandeur, with the Royal Palace and Puerta del Sol as landmarks. The city’s contemporary identity is defined by its 24-hour culture, world-class art museums (the Prado, Reina Sofía, Thyssen) and relentless energy. It remains a political and economic hub, with a population that fiercely defends its traditions (churros, verbena festivals) alongside a thriving startup and creative scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full Madrid guide →Best months
May and September: warm (24–28°C), long daylight, and fewer tourists than summer peak; June also excellent before the July heatwave.
Peak / festival surge
August is the hottest month (often 35°C+) and many locals leave, but tourist numbers stay high due to school holidays. Hotel prices can double; the city feels emptier at midday but livelier at night. San Isidro festival (15–22 May) also spikes demand and prices.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are ideal budget months: mild temperatures (15–22°C), lower hotel rates, and fewer crowds. October also sees the start of Madrid Jazz Festival, adding cultural value.
Weather & packing
Madrid has a semi-arid climate with scorching summers and chilly winters; June 28–29 will be hot (likely 30–35°C) with very low humidity. Pack: light cotton clothing, a sunhat, and reusable water bottle; leave umbrellas behind – rain in June is rare.
Live City Briefing — Madrid
- Gran Vía pedestrianisation is ongoing – expect some road closures and noise between Callao and Plaza de España until late 2026, but the main shopping stretch remains open.
- Metro line 1 (blue) is partially closed between Sol and Chamartín for upgrades until July 2026; use buses or line 10 as alternative.
- New direct train service from Madrid to Lisbon (planned for 2026) may cause temporary changes at Chamartín station – check Renfe app for last-minute schedule shifts.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Scout Madrid Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor facing the interior courtyard. These rooms are furthest from the street and above the first-floor footfall, so they get the least noise from the stairwell and entrance.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid first-floor rooms facing Calle Entre Arroyos. The street is a local road with buses and delivery vans, and the single step at the entrance means ground-level noise carries up easily. Also avoid any room directly above the stairwell – you’ll hear people going up and down.
Best views
There is no standout view. Calle Entre Arroyos is a residential street in Puente de Vallecas, so any window facing the street gives you a row of flats and pavement. The interior courtyard (second floor) looks onto neighbouring buildings and washing lines.
Quietest floors
Second floor is the quietest. The first floor picks up street noise and people coming in and out of the main door.
🔊 Noise notes
Calle Entre Arroyos is a bus route (lines 58 and 103 stop nearby) – expect engine rumble from early morning until late evening. Puente de Vallecas is busy, so delivery vans and nightlife noise from the neighbourhood bars can carry. The lack of a lift means stairwell noise from other guests is constant.
Insider tips
1. Park at Parking Puente de Vallecas (Calle de José María Moreno, 28030) – €18 for 24 hours, 200m walk. Book online to guarantee a spot; it fills up by late afternoon. 2. Arrive with a small, soft-sided bag – the stairs to the first and second floors are narrow and steep, so hard cases are a pain to drag up.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Scout Madrid Hostel
Free WiFi throughout; speed is adequate for browsing and streaming, but slow during peak evening hours. No login needed.
No lift; all rooms on the first and second floors up stairs.
No physical newspapers; a communal tablet gives free digital access to El País daily.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop from 08:00 at no charge. Late check-out until 12:00, then €10 until 14:00; after 14:00 charged as another night.
Available after check-out for free until 20:00, in a locked room.
No step-free entry; a single step at the main door and stairs to all rooms. No accessible rooms or toilets.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parking Puente de Vallecas, 200m away, €18 for 24 hours. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.12 per person per night (for over-16s)
Deposit & card hold: No deposit required; a €20 card hold for incidentals at check-in, released at check-out
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Nuestra Señora de Moratalaz (26 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Evangélica Encuetro con Dios (171 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Nuestra Señora de Belén (450 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Presentación de Nuestra Señora (490 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro comercial Albufera Plaza — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Parque de los Pinos — 424 m · ~5 min walk
Museo de Bomberos de Madrid — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Grada mágica — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Espacio de Miguel Ángel García Oca — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 325 m · ~4 min walk
C. Pedraza Hernando — 399 m · ~5 min walk
Alimentación — 116 m · ~1 min walk
Vinateros — 308 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots as they charge poor rates and fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless is common, but carry some cash for small shops and markets.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated: round up in restaurants, leave small change for taxis, and no tipping needed for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A café con leche at a local bar costs around €1.50-2.00.
Menu del día (set lunch) at a neighbourhood bar, typically €10-14 including drink and dessert.
A simple main course at a casual restaurant, €8-12.
Bocadillos and empanadas from local bakeries or market stalls; find them along Calle de Bravo Murillo or near Metro stations.
Mercadona and Dia are the main budget supermarkets in this area.
Primark and Zara on Calle de Serrano (by Metro) or El Corte Inglés for basics.
Metro day pass (tarjeta multi) for €8.40 gives unlimited travel; from the airport, take Metro line 8 (€4-5) or Cercanías train (€2.60).
Eat menu del día for lunch; buy a 10-trip Metro card (€12.20); skip hop-on-hop-off buses and walk or cycle instead.
Good to know — Madrid
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Madrid, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Scout Madrid Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 325 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · C. Pedraza Hernando — 399 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Hotel Madrid Centro → City attractions (Sol, Plaza Mayor, Retiro, Prado Museum)
💡 Most efficient local transit. Hotel is on Line 1. Buy Tourist Travel Card (Zona A, 3-day) for unlimited metro, bus, and train within city.
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) → Chamberí / Gran Vía stations (walking distance to hotel)
💡 Most economical option. Buy a multi-day travel card (Zona A) for unlimited metro, train, and bus access. Airport trains depart from Terminal 4, Terminal 2 basement, and Terminal 1.
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) → Hotel Madrid Centro
💡 Use official white taxis with red stripe or pre-book through your hotel. Avoid unmarked taxis at arrivals.
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) → Hotel Madrid Plaza España
💡 Use official white taxis or app-based services. Airport taxis have fixed rates. Avoid unmarked cabs. Traffic can be heavy 8-10am and 5-8pm.
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) → Plaza España / Moncloa area
💡 Budget-friendly for groups. Line 200 goes directly to central Madrid. Night service available until 2am. Buy a 10-journey ticket (Bono) for better rates.
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) → Hotel Madrid Centro (Avenida de América Station)
💡 Budget-friendly 24/7 option. Transfers to Metro at Avenida de América. Night buses available if early arrival.
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) → Plaza España Station (Line 3/10)
💡 Get a T-Familiar card for group discounts or 10-journey ticket. Metro Line 8 is direct to central stations. Most frequent service in Madrid. Hotel is 5-minute walk from Plaza España metro.
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Atocha Station → Hotel Madrid Centro
💡 Most economical option. Take C-1 to Atocha, then Metro Line 1 northbound. Buy 10-trip metro card (Abono Turístico) for local transit savings.
About Madrid
Wikipedia ↗
Madrid is the capital and most populous city of Spain. It had a population of over 3.4 million in the city proper in 2025, and a metropolitan area population of approximately 6.8 million. Madrid is the second-largest city in the European Union (EU), after Berlin, and its metropolitan area is the sec...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Scout Madrid Hostel?
Request a room on the second floor facing the interior courtyard. These rooms are furthest from the street and above the first-floor footfall, so they get the least noise from the stairwell and entrance.
Which rooms should I avoid at Scout Madrid Hostel?
Avoid first-floor rooms facing Calle Entre Arroyos. The street is a local road with buses and delivery vans, and the single step at the entrance means ground-level noise carries up easily. Also avoid any room directly above the stairwell – you’ll hear people going up and down.
Is Scout Madrid Hostel noisy?
Calle Entre Arroyos is a bus route (lines 58 and 103 stop nearby) – expect engine rumble from early morning until late evening. Puente de Vallecas is busy, so delivery vans and nightlife noise from the neighbourhood bars can carry. The lack of a lift means stairwell noise from other guests is constant.
Which rooms have the best views at Scout Madrid Hostel?
There is no standout view. Calle Entre Arroyos is a residential street in Puente de Vallecas, so any window facing the street gives you a row of flats and pavement. The interior courtyard (second floor) looks onto neighbouring buildings and washing lines.
What are insider tips for staying at Scout Madrid Hostel?
1. Park at Parking Puente de Vallecas (Calle de José María Moreno, 28030) – €18 for 24 hours, 200m walk. Book online to guarantee a spot; it fills up by late afternoon. 2. Arrive with a small, soft-sided bag – the stairs to the first and second floors are narrow and steep, so hard cases are a pain to drag up.
What time is check-in at Scout Madrid Hostel?
Check-in at Scout Madrid Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Scout Madrid Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; speed is adequate for browsing and streaming, but slow during peak evening hours. No login needed.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Scout Madrid Hostel?
€1.12 per person per night (for over-16s)
Where can I eat cheaply near Scout Madrid Hostel?
Menu del día (set lunch) at a neighbourhood bar, typically €10-14 including drink and dessert.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Scout Madrid Hostel?
Metro day pass (tarjeta multi) for €8.40 gives unlimited travel; from the airport, take Metro line 8 (€4-5) or Cercanías train (€2.60).
When is the best time to visit Madrid?
May and September: warm (24–28°C), long daylight, and fewer tourists than summer peak; June also excellent before the July heatwave.
Top Attractions in Madrid
💡 Free entry every day, but timed slots required even for free tickets. Best at sunset for the view over the royal palace. Queue at least 20 mins before opening.
💡 Free admission Monday to Saturday 6-8pm and Sunday 5-7pm. Arrive 30 minutes early to queue; the line moves fast.
💡 Free entry only on Wednesdays (2-4pm) for EU citizens and residents (need ID). Book timed tickets online up to a week ahead — they vanish fast.
💡 Visit on a weekday early morning to avoid crowds. The Palacio de Cristal is free; check if it has an exhibition — often quiet and air-conditioned.
💡 Check the website before going — most exhibitions are free, but some special shows charge. The weekend 'Mercado de Matadero' has affordable local food stalls.