Located a short distance from Plaza Mayor in the heart of Madrid’s historic district, The Hat was the perfect place from which to explore the city. The staff was extremely helpful and made me feel welcome from start to finish. The amenities were astounding—some of the best of any hostel I’ve ever stayed in—and the breakfast was an excellent value at only 3 Euro! I would skip the fee city tour though, the tour guide seemed to be more interested in cracking jokes than actually sharing a wide array of knowledge about the city and its history. I think my time could have been spent better in other ways. With that said, The Hat is definitely a gem of a place and one of the best hostel experiences I’ve ever had!