With free Wi-Fi, a/c and an unbeatable location in the heart of Madrid on Calle Gran Via in front of the Callao metro station, this simple guest house offers convenience and comfort in spades.

The 2-star Hostal Excelsior offers 35 basic rooms, some with private bathrooms and others with a sink in the room and a shared bathroom in the hallway. Each room includes a TV, telephone, free Wi-Fi, safe, air conditioning and heating. Several rooms also feature a balcony facing the lively Gran Via.

What's more, the guest house has a TV lounge with a coffee, snack and drink machine and free Wi-Fi. There is a 24-hour reception desk as well as a left-luggage office for your added convenience.

From this awesome location, the Puerta del Sol is only a 6-minute walk away through a popular shopping district and Plaza España, the Royal Palace and Opera are all under 10 minutes away walking. Hip neighbourhoods like Chueca, Malasaña and San Bernardo are all nearby and great for tapas and nightlife.