The Hat Madrid
Calle Imperial, 9
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Why people book this hotel
“The hostel was very comfortable and had great facilities”
“Great social hostel with a lot of activities”
“The staff is very friendly, the place is clean and you've got everything you nee…”
“Great hostel, very comfortable beds (with two pillows”
“The location is excellent, right in the city center, with plenty of shops and re…”
“Location was right in the middle of the city centre and easy to access”
“The rooms are clean and you have the control over the AC”
“It’s clean, convenient and staff are amazing and helpful”
“The breakfast was delicious and the staff serving it very friendly”
“Breakfast is very simple, but I suppose it was decent for 7 euros”
“Breakfast great and affordable”
“I also availed the breakfast option and it was definitely worth it”
Overview
Located just 150 metres from Plaza Mayor Square, The Hat Madrid is a stylish hostel with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop bar with city and sunset views. Offering a variety of private rooms and single beds in both mixed and female dormitories, the hostel also caters for families and groups of friends. The bright rooms come with either a private or shared bathroom, and some have a small balcony. There is a supermarket opposite the hostel. The hostel has a restaurant and a variety of cafés and bars are within a 5-minute walk. With its medieval origins and vibrant nightlife, La Latina District is under a 10-minute walk away. Puerta del Sol and La Latina Metro Stations are within 500 metres. The Hat Madrid has a 24-hour front desk, offers free activities and can provide a nightlife guide. Bicycles can also be hired.
Traveller reviews
Anita
extended_group
June 20, 2026
“Great value for money”
The hostel was very comfortable and had great facilities. Having the bathroom inside the room was very convenient. The location is excellent, right in the city center, with plenty of shops and restaurants nearby. We especially appreciated the privacy curtains and the small shelves in the bunk beds, which made our stay even more comfortable. Javier was great and took the time to give us recommendations on where to shop, eat, drink, and what to visit in the city. The receptionist on the night shift was extremely helpful and kindly arranged a taxi for us, as we had a very early morning flight. The rooftop area was also very nice.
Luisa
solo_traveller
June 19, 2026
Great social hostel with a lot of activities
Margaret
solo_traveller
June 17, 2026
“Loved the location and the staff were very helpful and welcoming”
Easy check in and super friendly staff
Lorena
solo_traveller
June 16, 2026
“Staff were friendly and bed were comfortable”
The rooms are clean and you have the control over the AC.
Cristián Iturralde
solo_traveller
June 15, 2026
“Great location. Friendly staff”
Location was right in the middle of the city centre and easy to access. The staff were friendly and allowed me to check in when I arrived in the morning and didn't have to wait. Breakfast great and affordable
Ramon
solo_traveller
June 12, 2026
“Great place to stay and is located close to everthing you want.”
Everything
Ramon
solo_traveller
June 12, 2026
“Great place to stay and so conveniently close to everything you need in Madrid. Worth to stay here. And the nightlife is”
It’s clean, convenient and staff are amazing and helpful.
Iris
solo_traveller
June 2, 2026
“Practical stay”
Second time staying at The Hat in a women-only dormitory while on a work trip, it was a great stay just like last time. The staff is very friendly, the place is clean and you've got everything you need by your bedbunk.
Anne-Julie
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
Great hostel, very comfortable beds (with two pillows!). Would book again.
Anne-Julie
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
The four-bed dorm was amazing. The bed was very comfortable (with two pillows!), great water pressure in the shower, working A/C, fun rooftop.
Emmanuelle
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
“Excellent stay, beautiful breakfast!”
The location, the staff, the beds and practical set up of the room. The breakfast was delicious and the staff serving it very friendly. Beautiful view from the terrasse.
Cherisse May Brugada
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
Very close to everything. Bed is super comfy. Nice to meet new friends
Sisi
solo_traveller
May 24, 2026
Super friendly and helpful staff! Good location if you want to be in Sol (times square of Madrid). Comfortable bed. They allow you to drop your bag in case you arrive before checkin which I really appreciated.
Stefan
solo_traveller
May 24, 2026
“great as always”
My go to hostel in Madrid. Easily the best bang for your buck and the staff is lovely
Johnmer
solo_traveller
May 20, 2026
“Perfect Location, clean, and great place to meet people!”
Finding Hat Madrid was very easy! It’s very close to Sol Station and Plaza Mayor. The facilities were good! they have a common area, a dining area downstairs, and everything was clean. The beds were also comfortable, and I liked that each bed had curtains for privacy. I also availed the breakfast option and it was definitely worth it. There’s also a Carrefour just right across the hostel, which was very convenient. One more thing I loved was the rooftop! They also offer free walking tours every morning starting 10am, which made the stay even more worth it. I met a lot of fellow solo travelers, and it was really fun talking and hanging out with them. I would definitely stay at this hostel again on my next trip to Madrid.
Claire
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
The stagg were amazing. The location was perfect.
Amanda
solo_traveller
May 17, 2026
“Highly recommend.”
Super sociable with activities to do every day. Lovely rooftop.
Maria Helena
solo_traveller
May 16, 2026
“Great place to stay in Madrid”
location is great; friendly staff. Breakfast is very simple, but I suppose it was decent for 7 euros.
Zi En
solo_traveller
May 12, 2026
would appreciate if more toilets available at each floor
zoe
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
“Wonderful 5 night stay at the Hat!! 10/10 Recommend to anyone solo travelling :)”
Great brekkie buffet, bed was SUPER comfortable and I loved how secure I felt with the curtain and not having to worry about falling out of the bed ahaha, the cave (i.e. dining area) was super comfy and felt like home, and I loved the social atmosphere of the hostel -- everyone in my dorm got along well and we became friends quickly! That seemed to be the culture at this hostel, which was great. The housekeeping staff were phenomenal and work so hard, they deserve a huge shoutout for their commitment. I saw the same staff everyday and I really respect the amount of effort they put into keeping the Hat very tidy and spotless. I also really liked how I could drop my luggage off early before check in and the system they had set up (they give you a number and lock your bag in a storage room to make sure you don't take any one else's belongings, super secure).
Facilities
Activities
Evening entertainment, Pub crawls, Walking tours
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar, Snack bar
General
Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Lift, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Terrace, Sun terrace
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Safety & security
Key card access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Concierge service, Luggage storage, Tour desk, Laundry, 24-hour front desk
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