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Hôtel du Temps

  • Where:
  • Why:A staycation in the middle of Madrid’s summer heatwave
  • When:July 2025
  • Who:Just me

"When Paris flirts with Madrid"

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Hôtel du Temps Penthouse bedroom

Penthouse bedroom

Hôtel du Temps Almodóvar: always present as an icon of Malasaña neighborhood

Almodóvar: always present as an icon of Malasaña neighborhood

Hôtel du Temps The penthouse is composed of a double bedroom, living room, bathroom and private terrace

The penthouse is composed of a double bedroom, living room, bathroom and private terrace

Hôtel du Temps Light invades every corner of the penthouse

Light invades every corner of the penthouse

Hôtel du Temps Say cheese

Say cheese

Hôtel du Temps  More than a hotel, the penthouse feels like your own home in the city center

More than a hotel, the penthouse feels like your own home in the city center

Hôtel du Temps The private terrace is right next to the hotel’s rooftop

The private terrace is right next to the hotel’s rooftop

Hôtel du Temps The penthouse’s bathroom

The penthouse’s bathroom

Hôtel du Temps The hotel’s rooftop is the perfect place to soak up the sun and enjoy a fresh beer

The hotel’s rooftop is the perfect place to soak up the sun and enjoy a fresh beer

Hôtel du Temps  The hotel also hosts several private events on the rooftop

The hotel also hosts several private events on the rooftop

Hôtel du Temps Hôtel du Temps restaurant and bar

Hôtel du Temps restaurant and bar

Hôtel du Temps An indoor terrace in the middle of Madrid serving Parisian vibes

An indoor terrace in the middle of Madrid serving Parisian vibes

Hôtel du Temps The fun, lush lobby is a great place to hang out

The fun, lush lobby is a great place to hang out

Hôtel du Temps Souvenirs, anyone?

Souvenirs, anyone?

Hôtel du Temps Hôtel du Temps, located in Calle Barco in the heart of Malasaña, just steps from Gran Vía, is perfectly placed for diving into the neighborhood’s creative, nightlife-fueled spirit.

Hôtel du Temps, located in Calle Barco in the heart of Malasaña, just steps from Gran Vía, is perfectly placed for diving into the neighborhood’s creative, nightlife-fueled spirit.

Hôtel du Temps Used and vintage books are spread throughout the hotel

Used and vintage books are spread throughout the hotel

Hôtel du Temps Coffee is served

Coffee is served

Highs & Lows

  • The retro vibe and vintage décor. Total standout — no other hotel in Madrid pulls it off quite like this.

  • The bar downstairs is not just for guests. It turns into a local hotspot with live music, great cocktails and a see-and-be-seen vibe worth its hype.

  • The rooftop penthouse, is a world of its own, a hidden little oasis floating above the buzz of the city.

  • Having 7 Islas hotel in the nearby Valverde street, Malasaña can now proudly claim not one, but two boutique hotels. Also, its unbeatable location puts you steps from Gran Vía, Chueca, Puerta del Sol, and Chamberí — an ideal hub for exploring the best of Madrid.

  • Minibars are not stocked up, which is a missed opportunity to feature local drinks and bites.

  • The penthouse sits right on the rooftop, so if you’re craving full-on privacy, just know the occasional rooftop wanderer might crash your sky-high vibe (unintentionally, of course).

The Barometer

  • Design
  • Location
  • Future Forward
  • Night's Sleep
  • Service
  • Amenities
  • Takeable Treats
  • Refer a Friend
  • Overall Value
  • Life Changing
Total: 43/50

Important Bits

  • Type

    Small lifestyle hotel

  • Vibe

    Parisian laid back chic and effortlessly evocative

  • Location

    Right by Madrid’s Broadway (Gran Vía) and bordering Malasaña, aka hipster central

  • Rooms

    31

  • Pre-Arrival & Arrival Experience

    The website’s super easy to click through, but there is no information on menus, room service, or what’s actually happening at the hotel. Their social media gives you more clues, but you’ll have to do some scrolling. That said, once you’re there, the staff totally make up for it (as well as the welcome chocolates from Cacao Sampaka). They’re incredibly warm and helpful — it honestly feels more like staying at a friend’s stylish house than a hotel. Got questions? Just ask. And if you bump into Yoan (he’s the owner and kind of a legend), say hi! While you’re at it, get his tips on the city — the guy knows everyone and everything

  • Future Forward

    All rooms feature custom-made, large-format refillable amenities, ditching industrial production in favor of eco-conscious alternatives. The furniture? Entirely second-hand and carefully sourced from local flea markets and design stores. A thoughtful and authentic commitment to sustainability by its owners.

  • Music

    Groovy with a jazzy soul and bossanova sway

  • Year Opened

    2025

  • Designed By

    The very same owners - Yoan and Yen Marciano

  • Health & Wellness

    Unfortunately, there is no gym on the premises

  • Food

    Breakfast is quite worth it here: composed of sourdough bread with mashed tomatoes and olive oil, crispy croissants, a fruit bowl, or hard-boiled eggs. And, of course, outstanding coffee and freshly squeezed juice! At night, snack on some cecina (similar to ham but made from beef) from León and Spanish cheeses and jams

  • Bar, Events & Nightlife

    Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays the party begins at 8pm with live music, craft drinks and bites from guest chefs

  • Minibar & Retail

    Although a small fridge is provided in each room, a minibar is not offered. On the bright side, the lobby has a charming little counter where you can snag products scented with a custom fragrance by perfumer Francisca Mancini. Expect a seductive mix of cistus labdanum, nutmeg, plum, and tobacco leaf — basically, the hotel bottled

  • Accessibility

    The hotel is accessible to guests in wheelchairs

  • Pet Friendly

    Yes

  • Children

    Yes

  • Price

    Affordable and perfect for a budget-friendly trip

  • Tel.

    +34 915 31 71 11

  • Website

    Visit website

Hôtel du Temps

Hôtel du Temps

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Hotel Location Calle del Barco 3, 28004

Malasaña wasn’t always a must-visit neighborhood like it is today—back in the day, it had a rough edge. But like all great neighborhoods, it got a glow-up. First came the wild nights of la Movida Madrileña, with iconic clubs and a young Pedro Almodóvar on the dance floor. Then it became the go-to for indie kids and alt-nightlife lovers. These days, it’s more polished and hipster.

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