While I can't possibly guarantee that you won't have any problem, I can tell you that the fine family folks at the famed
Hostal Lopez have told me that they have never had any robberies at their hostel. And, for as long as I've been collecting email about the hostels in Madrid, I have never received anything regarding robberies at Hostal Lopez.
There are no safes in any of the rooms at Hostal Lopez either and the rooms are opened for 25-45 minutes each day for housecleaning. This is typical for all hostels.
Regarding a friendly bar in Huertas where one can watch soccer/fútbol, I think there are a few English pubs, but don't recall their names. I know there are a few threads in the Eating, Drinking, & Entertainment forum about this topic though.
Same goes for bus or train to Toledo. You'll find this for sure in the Transportation forum. Have a GREAT time in Madrid and Spain! I know you will.
Saludos, MadridMan
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