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Hospedería Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Hotel near Valley of the Fallen in San Lorenzo de El Escorial

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom | View from room
Meeting facility
Library
Library
Desk, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Carretera Guadarrama, San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Madrid, 28209
  • Place, Valley of the Fallen
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Bernabéu Stadium
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Mountain view

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Standard Triple Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the area

San Lorenzo de El Escorial

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Valley of the Fallen and 9 miles (15 km) of Auditorio San Lorenzo de El Escorial Theater with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial and El Real Coliseo de Carlos III Theater.

What's nearby

  • Valley of the Fallen - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial - 21 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Gran Via - 49 min drive - 62.8 km
  • Bernabéu Stadium - 49 min drive - 63.8 km
  • Puerta del Sol - 50 min drive - 63.5 km

Getting around

  • San Yago Station - 17 min drive
  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paco Pastel. - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Horizontal - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Villanueva Vinos y Copas - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Luz De Lumbre - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Paco Pastel - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Hospedería Santa Cruz

Hotel near Valley of the Fallen in San Lorenzo de El Escorial
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business center.

Event space at this hotel measures 1292 square feet (120 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Hospedería Santa Cruz. Self parking is free.

This San Lorenzo de El Escorial hotel is smoke free.

  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 1292 sq ft of conference space
  • 120 sq m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hospedería Santa Cruz offers 120 accommodations. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 23 and January 7.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hospedería Santa Cruz Hostel San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Hospedería Santa Cruz Hostel
Hospedería Santa Cruz San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Hospedería Santa Cruz
Hospedería Santa Cruz Hostal San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Hospedería Santa Cruz Hostal
Hospedería Santa Cruz Hotel
Hospedería Santa Cruz San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Hospedería Santa Cruz Hotel San Lorenzo de El Escorial

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hospedería Santa Cruz to the airport?

Hospedería Santa Cruz is 42.3 mi (52-min drive) away from the Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hospedería Santa Cruz?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hospedería Santa Cruz on Jun 21, 2026 start from CA $77, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hospedería Santa Cruz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hospedería Santa Cruz.

Does Hospedería Santa Cruz offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hospedería Santa Cruz, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children. It's available every day from 9 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hospedería Santa Cruz?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hospedería Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Hospedería Santa Cruz?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Hospedería Santa Cruz have a pool?

Hospedería Santa Cruz does not have a pool.

Does Hospedería Santa Cruz have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hospedería Santa Cruz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hospedería Santa Cruz to downtown San Lorenzo de El Escorial?

Hospedería Santa Cruz is 3.5 mi away from San Lorenzo de El Escorial.

Hospedería Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 103 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

GILBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best place to stay. I love the place and I will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such an amazing location and views
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to recharge batteries
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

indrani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was an excellent experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location at the foot of the Cross in a Benedictine monastery.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ligieja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a nice surprise. The hotel was good enough for one night.clean and peaceful. It would be nice to have more info on the nearby area and on the history of the place. Having to go through the restaurant with the suitcase is not a good idea and there is enough space to separate the two.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
I stayed there and there was a demonic loud and long scream when no one was around it was about 1am and I left immediately after there is definitely paranormal activity happening there
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A charming monastery hotel within the valley of the fallen. Simple rooms offer a taste of monastic life in the quiet beauty of the valley. Guests should be prepared for simple dining fare at fixed, very Spanish hours: 9 am breakfast and 8:30 dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mantautas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice cross
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic location

What an amazing location, finding it via sat -nav not good, instructions should read, enter via entrance to the Valley of the Fallen. The staff were friendly and helpful. The hotel is an old monastery with wonderful character. Breakfast was good with a good choice, being remote, eating out in the evening not easy, so ate at the hotel, a limited fixed menu, quality was OK, but not excellent. I would definitely stay there again if in the area. I pre booked tickets for the Basilica, staying at the hotel gave free access, only 4 Euros so not a bank breaker. Very peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a former monastery of great scale in a large campus in the mountain with black pine forest. the huge cross on the hill top is in the view from the room. although the decay on the exterior of the building is visible, the interior is well maintained. overall it gives you a unique experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Environmental
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marthlu

Liked: Cleanliness
The architecture is amazing, between a castle and an abbey. Sadly, there is poor management. There are no qualified services like restaurants, restrooms, or customer service, but in the end, that keeps it less crowded.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great location but needs a fair bit of work

A good stay but it would have been better if the bar was open, not just at weekends and there was an option for the evening meal (which was OK but only just). The evening meal was "almost cold" seafood soup followed by "warm" salmon. No choice. We weren't even told about it. Staff were great and what made the visit extra special was the beautiful mass the following morning at 11:00. It says it's a 13 min walk but it's not, you need a car. Very weak wifi in the room and no aircon which would be a problem in the heat of the summer. Beautiful location and a nice stop but it needs a fair bit of work being done to it to make it a stunning stopover.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

ED

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Threw my key at the receptionist and walked away!

If you want to explore El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen monument stay in Madrid and make it a day trip. I stupidly booked this hotel and ended up not even staying there a night. Way too remote! I didn't have a car and was relying on taxis which made me vulnerable! This could be a five star resort in the right hands but not under current management. It should go back to being a monastery under present conditions! When I first entered the hotel it took me awhile to find a human being to help me. That's how deserted and lifeless the place was. And then the person I finally got couldn't speak English. This is how Spain wants to improve its tourist industry and economy?
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alonso

Este lugar es espectacular, muy impresionante el ambiente
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ana Fernanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nadie del servicio se queda a dormir, si surge cualquier contratiempo, estáis solos. Nosotros estuvimos durante la última nevada y por la mañana no había nadie, no supimos a quien acudir aunque llamamos a la casa de enfrente a la hospedería. Tampoco nos llamaron por teléfon. Yo me dedico a hospedar a personas y sé que las cosas se deben hacer de otra manera. Se trata de una crítica constructiva para que se mejoren los servicios. El sitio espectacular
Gran nevada
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Taehyuk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
모두 친절했고 예전에 수도원이었던 시설이 인상적이었습니다 단, 출입로에 들어가려고 할 때 조금 어려움이있었습니다
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Para acceder a la abadía hay que pasar un control de la guardia civil, no tuve ningún problema con el acceso. La abadía está ubicada en un entorno montañoso en la Sierra de Guaderrama. Desde la ventana de mi habitación se veía la Cruz más grande del mundo a unos 200 metros. El personal muy amable. Volveré
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Todo perfecto. Las instalaciones son suficientes, sobre todo en lo que respecta a las habitaciones, la ubicación es ideal en plena montaña y naturaleza, el restaurante variado y con platos de calidad, y todo el personal de la hospedería es amable, atento, simpático y profesional. Pienso repetir sin duda.
Habitación individual con baño privado
Explanada anterior, hospedería y entorno natural
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Se trataba de una habitación monacal, por lo tanto es un hospedaje sin lujos (no había gel ni champú) pero en un lugar espectacular y en un entorno natural precioso. Al margen de lo político o religioso, se trata de un lugar impresionante que merece la pena ser visitado. Quedarse a dormir en el monasterio ha sido una experiencia que, sin duda, repetiremos.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Les conditions d'hébergement étaient moyennes, un peu spartiates mais les locaux étaient bien tenus. Cependant notre expérience au restaurant a été très mauvaise à cause de l'attitude inadmissible d'une serveuse qui nous a plantés là. Elle trouvait que notre choix n'était pas assez rapide alors que les plats commandés n'étaient plus disponibles. Je précise que nous sommes restés courtois. Nous avons dû attendre un bon moment avant qu'une autre se présente. Personnel débordé !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Un lugar diferente que merece la pena conocer.

No me informaron que no había personal de recepción por la noche ni pude consultar con nadie cuando dejé la llave de la habitación al salir. Resultado: cuando regresé de madrugada, no pude entrar en la habitación. A pesar de ello, el sitio es monumental y merece la pena conocerlo. Habitaciones austeras pero cómodas y diferentes a lo que puedes encontrar en un hotel convencional. Disponen de un menú diario de 18€ muy bueno
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hostel bien para precio y lo que se esperaba Solo saber que sin coche está muy aislado, y se necesita para salir a comer o tomar algo
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025