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About this property
El Pilar is a family-run guest house just metres from the Puerta del Sol, in central Madrid. It offers 24-hour reception and heated, air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. The rooms at El Pilar are equipped with a safe, a TV and a private bathroom and are cleaned daily. Some offer views over the street, and others have views of the Puerta del Sol. El Pilar has a free luggage room, a laundry service and a TV lounge. Snacks, cold drinks and coffee are available from the vending machines at reception. The Art Triangle is within a 10-minute walk of El Pilar. Gran Vía is only 200 metres away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Lift
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Pelina
Greece
“The room offers the basic minimum one could ask for: a clean bed and a clean bathroom at a safe super-central location.” - Nefeli
Greece
“Excellent location, perfect for exploring the city.” - Rudy
United Kingdom
“The location is in center of madrid, Cleam room, quiet.” - Gabriel
Romania
“Location, near Sol metro station. Extremelly polite staff. air conditioning.” - Keith
United Kingdom
“Modern hotel great for a one night stay in Madrid, right by Sol metro station so we could walk around Madrid from there. Absolute bargain for a family room in the city centre and the staff were all very friendly and helpful. The rooms look brand...” - Trina
South Korea
“Location is perfect in Sol right outside the metro and train station renfe. Good Internet and air conditioning. They let me leave my bags and were friendly & helpful. They gifted me a phone charger which was very helpful.” - Arlene
Ireland
“The staff are really accommodating. The location is perfect.” - Maricruz
Switzerland
“I like the kindness of the staff. They were very supportive, the first night of my stay the guest of the room above me were loud and I asked to the to another room and they did their best.” - Despina
Greece
“Superb location, excellent staff, very clean room. I would definitely recommend it!” - Seymour
United Kingdom
“Well located right in the centre of Madrid, Friendly staff, good value for money”
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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
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
When booking 4 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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 El Pilar 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.