Ibis Centro las Ventas Hotel in Madrid

I don't consider ibis to be in the ultra-budget category so I was surprised that this particular property behaves as though it were. Room totally bare: no coffee, no kettle, no glass, no spons, no bidet spray, bare walls. Receptionist either absent or buries head in phone or computer. The only reason I booked here was to be close to the bullring. For that, you would be better to stay in a proper hotel then take Metro Line 2 (the red one) direction Las Rozas and get off at Ventas.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to sleep in a storage closet with jailhouse charm, this Ibis is the place for you. The room, bathroom, and toilet compete for who can be the smallest—and the dirtiest. Bonus feature: a broken AC to really complete the ‘inmate on vacation’ experience. A true masterclass in minimalist discomfort. ITGS indeed.

Let’s talk about the toilet. Calling it cramped would be generous — I’ve seen airplane bathrooms with more space and dignity. You basically have to perform a yoga pose just to sit down, and if you dare to close the door, good luck moving at all. And speaking of the door… why even bother? There’s virtually no privacy. It’s the kind of setup where you hear everything, and let’s just say it’s not ideal when you’re sharing the room. The cleanliness? Questionable at best. The entire space feels neglected, with the ambiance of a badly lit train station restroom. Honestly, it felt like punishment. Smh

The room was an absolute triumph in the art of disappointment. Tiny doesn’t even begin to describe it — you open the door and immediately bump into the bed, which somehow takes up 95% of the space. No room to walk, no space to breathe, and certainly no thought put into comfort. The décor? Think bland meets budget prison cell, with lighting that screams “interrogation room” more than “relaxation.” As for the AC, it was either broken, haunted, or just staging a silent protest — either way, the room was a sauna. The window barely opened, which is probably for the best because the view was equally depressing. It’s almost impressive how quickly the vibe went from ‘budget hotel’ to ‘low-security detention facility.’ Honestly, I’ve had more restful nights on airport floors.

If you consider sleeping the main activity in a hotel like this, then don't go here. The rooms are airless and warm, also because there is no AC. In winter, that lasts until May at this hotel you can only make warmer, and in their summer colder.

Location is ok if you want to go for bull fighting, otherwise it is not really close to anything.

A total and utter disgrace for an establishment and a chain. Never again!!