On April 4th, 2002, I spent one night in
Hostal Oporto (
Photo1 &
Photo2 ), located east of the Puerta del Sol and east of the Plaza de Canalejas. (
Canalejas Photo )
I was really impressed with this little hostel. My room and private bathroom near the entrance was spotless and I just loved having a balcony facing the relatively quiet street (
Street Photo HERE from balcony).
Cayetano, the jovial, ever-smiling, 40-something owner, was so nice and so kind. He was proud to show me some of the other rooms. The place appears to have been recently totally renovated, halls and light fixtures were sparkling, the entryway is immaculate, (
Photo1 ,
Photo2 , &
Photo3 ) and I just love the polished wood stairs and banister (
PHOTO ). The bed in my room (
Photo ) was very very comfortable and the bathroom's/shower's water (
Photo ) was hot.
Details: Room has TV, building has no elevator, you get two 3 keys (one for the main/street door, one for the hostel door, and one for your room door), my streetside room was quiet as it is not a busy street, very very clean, and friendly staff. I am very happy to recommend it to everyone.
Saludos, MadridMan
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