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Hospedería Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Mountain hotel with restaurant, near Valley of the Fallen

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Located in the heart of El Escorial, Hospedería Santa Cruz offers a warm atmosphere with breakfast, lunch, and dinner at its on-site restaurant. Unwind with a coffee or cocktail at the cozy bar or explore the garden and library. Guests have praised previous stays for its beautiful location.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
The current price is CNY422
CNY464 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27

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 | Desk, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

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

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Single Room | Desk, rollaway beds, bed sheets

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 | Desk, rollaway beds, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, Private Bathroom

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Carretera Guadarrama, San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Madrid, 28209

What's nearby

  • Valley of the Fallen - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial - 20 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Gran Via - 52 min drive - 63.2 km
  • Plaza Mayor - 53 min drive - 64.9 km
  • Bernabéu Stadium - 53 min drive - 64.2 km

Getting around

  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - 52 min drive
  • San Yago Station - 17 min drive
  • Galapagar La Navata Station - 17 min drive
  • Los Negrales Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Luz De Lumbre - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Paco Pastel - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Paco Pastel. - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Horizontal - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Felipe II - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Hospedería Santa Cruz

Hospedería Santa Cruz offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Valley of the Fallen. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 120 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite extended parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 9 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Conference space (1292 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Spanish cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 23 and January 7.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

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

Is Hospedería Santa Cruz currently open?

The property is closed between December 23 and January 7.

Does Hospedería Santa Cruz offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hospedería Santa Cruz does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hospedería Santa Cruz?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hospedería Santa Cruz?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hospedería Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hospedería Santa Cruz and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hospedería Santa Cruz?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Spanish cuisine and garden views.

Does Hospedería Santa Cruz have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around Hospedería Santa Cruz like?

Hospedería Santa Cruz is located a short 13-minute walk from Valley of the Fallen.

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Reviews

Hospedería Santa Cruz Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

No aircon, small shower, very simple breakfast. Silent and safe.
Ostman, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The best place to stay. I love the place and I will definitely go back.
GILBERT, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to recharge batteries
Jose, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Such an amazing location and views
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
Ligieja, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good
wu, 1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

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
Karla, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was an excellent experience.
indrani, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
Kenneth, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location at the foot of the Cross in a Benedictine monastery.
Diego, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

This is a unique building in unique surroundings and cannot be compared with other hotels. From the massive gateway up the winding concrete road, through forest and over viaducts to a Benedictine monastery (with just eight monks left on the site)-not to mention the Basilica and funicular. It appears that the property is state owned and as landlord they appear unwilling to make the investments needed to maintain and update the property. THAT SAID - the experience was exceptional. Reception, restaurant and housekeeping personnel are all professional, friendly and speak English from excellent to limited. Our room overlooked the cross on the rock mound and across the pond. There were two comfortable single beds with spotless white bedclothes. The heating in the room failed. It dates from the 1960's. An electric heater was promptly provided and did the job. There is no TV or telephone - but so what! The bathroom has a shower, basin and lavatory. A Shower and hand, clean white quality towels are beautifully presented. The walls and window shutters need a little maintenance but this did not cause any problem. Stunning passages, and chapel. Restaurant is good both for dinner and breakfast. The opening hours do cause a tsunami of hungry folk but you don't have to join the scrum. There is a lift. I recommend this establishment to most travellers (Madrid Airport just an hour away). If you are looking for a modern hotel will all mod. cons. stay away.
Hotel frontage
Covered walkway from hotel building
The chapel
View from bedroom (from one of the two windows - as I liked the shot).
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
jin, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
Raymond, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice cross
Mantautas, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Environmental
Noe, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

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.
Marthlu, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
John, 1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

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 Exceptional

Amazing location with truly unique atmosphere. The history of the place is deeply complicated but it’s setting in combination with the structures make it extremely impressionable.
Amy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Este lugar es espectacular, muy impresionante el ambiente
Alonso, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

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
Ana Fernanda, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

모두 친절했고 예전에 수도원이었던 시설이 인상적이었습니다 단, 출입로에 들어가려고 할 때 조금 어려움이있었습니다
Taehyuk, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
Antonio, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
Francisco, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jose Alberto, 1-night trip