Hi. I´m about to make reservations at Hostal Cantábrico ; maybe I´ll stay at Hostal Adriano for a few days as well. I was just wondering if anyone has any comments on Cantábrico. Also, is the Gran Vía area pretty safe or is it one of the areas to be avoided? Thanks.

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I often have a 3 a.m. drink with the nightman from H. Cantabrico across the street at the Bar Nueva Galicia. Great location, looks good from the outside. I have considered staying there but the view from the website doesn't look as good (for the money) as the Adriano.

The Gran Via is ok until 2 a.m. or so. Head south of Sol where all the clubs are for more people and more safety. North of Gran Via can be dicey around the Telefonica building late at night.