Hispano Argentino Hostal, MadridHispano Argentino Hostal in Madrid, Spain has a corrected score of 2.5 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 272 of 278 hotels we score in Madrid. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.3 before correction: Booking.com 2.7, Tripadvisor 2.3, Google 1.6, Agoda 2.5. Rooms from about $165 a night (cached, not a live quote).Hispano Argentino Hostal is a three-star establishment situated on the sixth floor of a historic building on Gran Vía. It serves travellers looking for a central base near Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor. The hostel contains 14 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart TVs and minibars. Guests can access a terrace with views over the street or use the on-site restaurant. Additional services include room service, airport shuttles, and car rentals. While the location is highly convenient for shopping and culture, the rooms are relatively small. The property has been operating since 1965 and provides daily housekeeping for all guests.What stands out

Central Gran Vía location

On-site terrace

Air-conditioned rooms

Airport shuttle service

Watch out for

Small room sizes

Potential late-night noise

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