How Axel worksAxel $335 a night vs $404 on Expedia at Hostal San Lorenzo, Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026: $69 a night less (17%). Seen Oct 8.
3-star hotel · Calle Clavel 8, Madrid
Hotels in MadridA simple 3-star guesthouse near Gran Vía
8.0/10
A strong central base for exploring Madrid, less convincing for light sleepers.
Hostal San Lorenzo is a simple 3-star guesthouse with private bathrooms, not a dorm-style hostel. Its main draw is the Chueca location, steps from Gran Vía and convenient for sightseeing, restaurants and the metro. Booking.com and Expedia both rate it very good, with cleanliness and helpful staff standing out. We'd pick it for a short city break where location matters more than extensive facilities.
The trade-offs are compact rooms and uneven sound insulation: several recent guests report street noise, neighboring rooms or plumbing disturbing sleep, although others find their rooms quiet. Breakfast is basic, with limited choice, so nearby cafés may be more appealing. It's good for travelers spending most of their time out; we'd skip it if quiet nights or spacious rooms are priorities.
Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Travelocity · en.planetofhotels.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
$335 a night with Axel against $404 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $69 a night less (17%).
Standard Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) · non-refundable
$69/night less than Expedia (17%)Rate for Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$212 a night with Axel against $235 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $23 a night less (10%).
Standard Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
$23/night less than Expedia (10%)Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$190 a night with Axel against $210 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $20 a night less (9%).
Standard Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
$20/night less than Expedia (9%)Rate for Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$154 a night with Axel; Expedia listed $153 a night for these dates when seen.
Standard Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$144 a night with Axel; Expedia listed $143 a night for these dates when seen.
Standard Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
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Standard Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 26 to Nov 2, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12
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Standard Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 31 to Nov 7, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12
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Standard Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 1 to Nov 7, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12
Sign up free to book this rate$132 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard room (single bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 2 to Nov 3, 2026 · 1 night · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
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Standard Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 2 to Nov 4, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
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Standard Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 3 to Nov 4, 2026 · 1 night · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
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Standard Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 4 to Nov 5, 2026 · 1 night · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
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Standard Single room · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 20 to Nov 22, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 10
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Standard room (single bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 15 to Dec 21, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 10
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Standard room (single bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 18 to Dec 30, 2026 · 12 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 8
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Standard Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 20 to Dec 26, 2026 · 6 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$123 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 21 to Dec 26, 2026 · 5 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$143 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Single room · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 21 to Jan 1, 2027 · 11 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 7
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Standard Triple room · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 23 to Jan 3, 2027 · 11 nights · 3 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$118 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Single room · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jan 16 to Jan 19, 2027 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$156 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Feb 13 to Feb 20, 2027 · 7 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 10
Sign up free to book this rate$133 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Single room · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Feb 26 to Mar 2, 2027 · 4 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 11
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Standard Single room · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Apr 14 to Apr 20, 2027 · 6 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 11
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Standard Single room · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jun 4 to Jun 18, 2027 · 14 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 11
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Standard Double room (full double bed) · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jul 5 to Jul 11, 2027 · 6 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$176 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Single room · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jul 19 to Aug 5, 2027 · 17 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12
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Standard Single room · non-refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jul 28 to Aug 10, 2027 · 13 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
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Axel $335 a night vs $404 on Expedia at Hostal San Lorenzo, Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026: $69 a night less (17%). Seen Oct 8.
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A strong central base for exploring Madrid, less convincing for light sleepers. A simple 3-star guesthouse near Gran Vía, scored for what it is.
Hostal San Lorenzo is a simple 3-star guesthouse with private bathrooms, not a dorm-style hostel. Its main draw is the Chueca location, steps from Gran Vía and convenient for sightseeing, restaurants and the metro. Booking.com and Expedia both rate it very good, with cleanliness and helpful staff standing out. We'd pick it for a short city break where location matters more than extensive facilities.
The trade-offs are compact rooms and uneven sound insulation: several recent guests report street noise, neighboring rooms or plumbing disturbing sleep, although others find their rooms quiet. Breakfast is basic, with limited choice, so nearby cafés may be more appealing. It's good for travelers spending most of their time out; we'd skip it if quiet nights or spacious rooms are priorities.
Best for: Sightseers exploring Madrid on foot; Solo travelers seeking a central base; Travelers enjoying Chueca nightlife
Watch out for: Variable street and internal noise; Compact rooms, especially singles; Basic breakfast selection
Location: Chueca, just off Gran Vía, with restaurants and metro access close by.
Rooms: Private bathrooms and practical furnishings; some rooms are compact, and sound insulation is inconsistent.
Cleanliness: Generally a strength: Booking.com scores cleanliness 8.6 and Expedia 8.8.
Service: Recent guests repeatedly praise friendly, helpful reception staff; the desk operates around the clock.
Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, café/bar and breakfast; no pool or spa.
Fees and surprises: Breakfast and airport transfers cost extra; parking is paid and nearby rather than on-site.
Axel's opinion of Hostal San Lorenzo, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Travelocity · en.planetofhotels.com. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
Every stay Axel priced for Hostal San Lorenzo within the last 7 days. Each rate is per night: the total for the stay shown, as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same dates and party, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for those dates.
| Stay | Axel rate | Public rate | Difference | Seen | Book |
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| Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $335 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) | $404 a night on Expedia | $69 a night less (17%) | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $212 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) | $235 a night on Expedia | $23 a night less (10%) | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
| Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $190 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) | $210 a night on Expedia | $20 a night less (9%) | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $154 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) | $153 a night on Expedia | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $144 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) | $143 a night on Expedia | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 26 to Nov 2, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult | $230 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 31 to Nov 7, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult | $221 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 1 to Nov 7, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult | $210 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 2 to Nov 3, 2026 · 1 night · 1 adult | $132 a night · non-refundable · Standard room (single bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 2 to Nov 4, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult | $197 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 3 to Nov 4, 2026 · 1 night · 1 adult | $233 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 4 to Nov 5, 2026 · 1 night · 1 adult | $164 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (bed type is subject to availability) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 20 to Nov 22, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult | $174 a night · non-refundable · Standard Single room | not seen | Seen Oct 10 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 15 to Dec 21, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult | $113 a night · non-refundable · Standard room (single bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 10 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 18 to Dec 30, 2026 · 12 nights · 1 adult | $126 a night · non-refundable · Standard room (single bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 20 to Dec 26, 2026 · 6 nights · 2 adults | $121 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 21 to Dec 26, 2026 · 5 nights · 2 adults | $123 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 21 to Jan 1, 2027 · 11 nights · 1 adult | $143 a night · non-refundable · Standard Single room | not seen | Seen Oct 7 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 23 to Jan 3, 2027 · 11 nights · 3 adults | $257 a night · non-refundable · Standard Triple room | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Jan 16 to Jan 19, 2027 · 3 nights · 1 adult | $118 a night · non-refundable · Standard Single room | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Feb 13 to Feb 20, 2027 · 7 nights · 2 adults | $156 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 10 | Sign up free to book | |
| Feb 26 to Mar 2, 2027 · 4 nights · 1 adult | $133 a night · non-refundable · Standard Single room | not seen | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book | |
| Apr 14 to Apr 20, 2027 · 6 nights · 1 adult | $202 a night · non-refundable · Standard Single room | not seen | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book | |
| Jun 4 to Jun 18, 2027 · 14 nights · 1 adult | $287 a night · non-refundable · Standard Single room | not seen | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book | |
| Jul 5 to Jul 11, 2027 · 6 nights · 2 adults | $244 a night · non-refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Jul 19 to Aug 5, 2027 · 17 nights · 1 adult | $176 a night · non-refundable · Standard Single room | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book | |
| Jul 28 to Aug 10, 2027 · 13 nights · 1 adult | $193 a night · non-refundable · Standard Single room | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book |
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