Cat's Hostel, Madrid

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Where?

In the Huertas entertainment district, near Antón Martín statio

What?

Party hostel with 250 beds.

Anything else you need to know?

Bed linen and breakfast included in the price. Some rooms have private bathrooms. Internet access in lobby, WiFi available in rooms. Tourist info provided at 24 hour reception.

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• laurapuurunen2836 says:

  “ They should be more strict and punishing towards people who don't respect rules and other people. ”

  Posted: on Mar 16, 2010 // Rated: |

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• salmac7818 says:

  “ good hostel, with a very beutiful patio. breakfast is just okay. don´t go for the pub crawl if you´re not there during the weekend, though... it´s just a waste of money! ”

  Posted: on Mar 16, 2010 // Rated: |

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• glw07a1184 says:

  “ The room was extremely hot and made it difficult to get a full nights sleep. Other than that it was a good experience. ”

  Posted: on Mar 16, 2010 // Rated: |

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• jaredasay says:

  “ Our stay at Cat's hostel was fantastic! The location is excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful! Cat's Cave is a great place to kick back and meet people. I'd recommend Cat's to anyone looking for a fun hostel w/ great location. ”

  Posted: on Mar 15, 2010 // Rated: |

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• ryang4938172 says:

  “ This place is horrible. I was told this hostel was one of the best in madrid. One of the worst things about this place is the location. It located nowhere near any metro stops and on a horrible street. The staff is more concerned about gossiping with each other than helping you. The hostel is so... more is so crowded. When I stayed there, there were about 100 kids on a school trip. The place was ridiculously loud. If you are looking for a decent nights sleep. Look elsewhere. close ”

  Posted: on Mar 13, 2010 // Rated: |

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• cmh0212392 says:

  “ Possibly the worst hostel experience I have ever had. The building is neat, but the staff was horrible and mean. For example, my friend left his key in his room on accident. He asked the receptionist if he could be let into the main hostel area and his room to retrieve it. Not only did they... more refuse to look up his information, but they forced him to leave (at 2am) claiming he did not pay. He had to sleep on the streets of Madrid. AWFUL. close ”

  Posted: on Mar 12, 2010 // Rated: |

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• MineMotte says:

  “ A very nice antique building, The bedrooms were nice, with big personal security lockers and enough space for your stuff. The beds would need some refurbishment, but it was ok. A big, big minus was the fact that there was no guest-kitchen and practically no common room. The breakfast was... more minimalist, with just one tiny cup of coffee, one tiny glass of orange juice and one croissant. A good hostel for sleeping and nothing more or less. close ”

  Posted: on Mar 10, 2010 // Rated: |

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• SOFISTICADA says:

  “ Nice hostel in general, but I think the staff should be more helpful. Really delicious paella! U cant miss it! Our room was a little bit cold by night. ”

  Posted: on Mar 9, 2010 // Rated: |

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• atleviste8669 says:

  “ nice place with bar. ”

  Posted: on Mar 8, 2010 // Rated: |

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• schihli5095 says:

  “ The staff needs to supervise the noise of level of student groups. I have been at many hostels, but it was the people in the hostel and not the staff who handled the really inappropriately excessive noise level of students. ”

  Posted: on Mar 6, 2010 // Rated: |

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• rotemism284 says:

  “ the receptionist got an attitude , the showers are the worst i ever had - almost impossible to have a discent shower . and after 2 am theyre telling you to go to bad or to go out - but you cant be anywhere(!!!!) but your bad or the reception - overall - a very bad hostel with nice location ”

  Posted: on Mar 4, 2010 // Rated: |

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• awootten1987 says:

  “ Bangin' ”

  Posted: on Mar 4, 2010 // Rated: |

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• marmot13 says:

  “ It is a nice place to stay, but unfortunately they have no kitchen and no pamflets about the city and things you can do ... ”

  Posted: on Mar 3, 2010 // Rated: |

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• avamarron7987 says:

  “ it smelled terrible! and if your bed is open they should let you check in early without paying a huge fee ”

  Posted: on Mar 2, 2010 // Rated: |

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• petrakirsi874115 says:

  “ I got scared of the comments people have put here. In my opinion the hostel is very good. I saw how they cleaned, it's clean! You are supposed to expect people to go in and out when you stay in a dorm. They are trying to be quiet. I had booked the wrong week in this hostel but it was no problem... more problem booking us when we arrived. I was very happy and relieved! I recommend this for any traveler except families and couples who are looking for romance :) close ”

  Posted: on Mar 2, 2010 // Rated: |

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• drkepler says:

  “ someone stole my boxer... ”

  Posted: on Mar 2, 2010 // Rated: |

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• novelidealist9358 says:

  “ I really liked having a locker in my room to keep my stuff! ”

  Posted: on Mar 1, 2010 // Rated: |

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• miigue says:

  “ not bad but some issues,loud groups smoking everywhere on saturday nights,also the internet room needs a gas mask,full of smoke,a bit like the rest of the city ”

  Posted: on Mar 1, 2010 // Rated: |

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• skebins says:

  “ good ”

  Posted: on Feb 28, 2010 // Rated: |

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• woodland says:

  “ Excellent location right in the city and close to metro and train station. Beautiful building. Staff were helpful. Clean. Great security, big lockers in the room. No kitchen which was the only downside. ”

  Posted: on Feb 25, 2010 // Rated: |

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• fveri says:

  “ breakfast was poor ”

  Posted: on Feb 23, 2010 // Rated: |

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• timco7450 says:

  “ I really liked the freshly baked pancakes at breakfast and the boiled eggs. I didnt really like the anal attitude of the staff. A surefire way to destroy any funn. But hey, worlds best hostel some year. I guess the guests were just brilliant, like paid or something. No, dont say that, thats not... ”

  Posted: on Feb 22, 2010 // Rated: |

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• lilmissperfect429601 says:

  “ This hostel definitely does not deserve a 72% rating for fun. The unfriendly staff treated us like we were in a boarding school with the 12 o clock lights out policy, despite opening the bar after hours for themselves and their friends. The attic room should have been cheaper as it was smaller... more smaller than the standard rooms and to make matters worse, next to the laundry room where the washing machines wake you up at half past 8.also, they didn't bother to change our sheets when we got there, hygenic! close ”

  Posted: on Feb 22, 2010 // Rated: |

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• evergreen85 says:

  “ This hostel is classy, but their policies are a little strict. I understand that a one croissant limit is sometimes necessary, but one small plastic cup of weak coffee....no beuno. Also they close down their bar early to promote a ten euro pub crawl. Not everyone wants to get wasted each... more each night. This is the place to stay if youre looking for the late night Spanish party lifestyle. Nothing picks up until about 1am. close ”

  Posted: on Feb 18, 2010 // Rated: |

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• christoffer-goul8472 says:

  “ Fine, clean hostel, but the staff could be more welcoming. The breakfast included in the price was only a croissant and a glass of juice (so you had to get breakfast another place anyways). Annoying to be woke up in the morning because the staff want to clean up - they turn the light on and are... more are not quiet! (come back later if theres someone!!) We missed a kitchen for guests- you dont feel like staying at the hostel and making some cheap food nor having a drink. But great location + cheap close ”

  Posted: on Feb 18, 2010 // Rated: |

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• dumbdanman1197 says:

  “ typical hostle. nothing fancy. clean, great staff, just dont check out late...thats your problem...they are just doing thier job! ok haostle, but would try another place next time. ”

  Posted: on Feb 17, 2010 // Rated: |

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• pedroec069977 says:

  “ The girl that works thuring the day is not helpful at all... she doesn´t even try to answer your questions... Didn`t have problems with cleanliness, but a brazilien girl was bitted by a bug (tick i think) and had to go to the hospital, the hostel only agreed to pay for the cab that would take... more take her there when her friend threatened the hostel. I had a great time anyways.. close ”

  Posted: on Feb 15, 2010 // Rated: |

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• miccohen2623 says:

  “ a bit noisy. but otherwise good ”

  Posted: on Feb 15, 2010 // Rated: |

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• joshpontrelli1681 says:

  “ Great location -- 10 minute walk from the train station, and located within walking distance of many main sights. Staff were helpful, rooms were clean, inside of building is beautiful. Unfortunately, no kitchen. Good bar downstairs. ”

  Posted: on Feb 15, 2010 // Rated: |

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• jonathon8601 says:

  “ Not bad. Not great. Go for a lads weekend, that is all. ”

  Posted: on Feb 12, 2010 // Rated: |

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• tinchomrv1734 says:

  “ My favourite hostel in europe. By far. Been there 4 times in 2 years and definitly will go back there again soon. ”

  Posted: on Feb 11, 2010 // Rated: |

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• tinchomrv1734 says:

  “ My favourite hostel in Europe by far! ”

  Posted: on Feb 11, 2010 // Rated: |

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• onmiller5330 says:

  “ The bathrooms were not as clean as I hoped, there was trash on the floor and the same trash stayed there for the 2 days we were there. The rooms were fine. Be sure to bring earplugs or make sure you shut the doors to the window or you will be awake all night. No check-in until noon despite the... more the fact we told them we would be arriving by 9 so we had to carry our bags for the day. close ”

  Posted: on Feb 10, 2010 // Rated: |

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• Estelle100 says:

  “ Very unfriendly staff. ”

  Posted: on Feb 10, 2010 // Rated: |

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• xadiafs933 says:

  “ The bedroom is veeeery small. The bathroom is not very good, the water is not hot every time, and don't have a dry place to change. ”

  Posted: on Feb 10, 2010 // Rated: |

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• kevboy says:

  “ Nothing wrong with it, but it's a zoo. Noisy, and tons of people everywhere. ”

  Posted: on Feb 8, 2010 // Rated: |

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• tamarin6000 says:

  “ The hostel was fine except for the lack of assistance by staff who work there. They were also rude, which came as a shock as at all other hostels we have visited throughout europe the staff have been so helpful, polite and friendly making our stay alot more pleasant than our one at cat's. We... more would not recomend this hostel to others who have not visited madrid before. close ”

  Posted: on Feb 7, 2010 // Rated: |

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• angiebradburn6617 says:

  “ I thought it wasn't a very helpful hostel, they did not give me any information about the facilities on arrival so I had to ask the other guests. There was also this smell in the courtyard. I got pretty bad allergies from that place and my allergies are worst in unclean places. Also not having... more having a kitchen or any kind of cuttlery for dinner made it really difficult to save money. I would not return there. close ”

  Posted: on Feb 6, 2010 // Rated: |

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• mseszterkovacs8051 says:

  “ I recommend it if you wan to stay at a good hostel in Madrid. the building is so beautiful inside, the rooms are a bit crowded, but if you just want to sleep there,it's okay. ”

  Posted: on Feb 6, 2010 // Rated: |

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• clareblcu4732 says:

  “ C'est un hotel tres sympa! A great place to meet diffrent people. But the bathroom is too big and it's so cold when you taking a shower. ”

  Posted: on Feb 5, 2010 // Rated: |

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In Room Facilities

Air Conditioning

Linen Included

Key Card Access

Security Lockers

Food & Drink

Breakfast

Breakfast

• Included

Bar

Communications

Internet Access

Internet Access

• Web Access in Lobby
• WiFi in Lobby
• WiFi in Room

Card Phones

General

24 Hour Reception

Towels Hire

Tours Desk

Wheelchair Accessible

Luggage Storage

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Sport & Leisure

Common Room