OXYGEN HOSTEL Capsula
This capsule hostel is a suitable option for short stays and transit, particularly for those prioritising location and cleanliness over absolute quiet and spacious common areas.
OXYGEN HOSTEL Capsula in Madrid offers a capsule accommodation experience conveniently located just a short walk from Atocha Station. Guests sleep in enclosed pods, providing a sense of privacy and security often lacking in traditional hostels. The property is consistently praised for its exceptional cleanliness, particularly the shared bathrooms, which are noted for their spotless condition and modern design. While the capsules themselves are generally found comfortable, some guests report issues with ventilation, leading to stuffiness. The main drawback, however, is the significant lack of sound insulation, with many reviews highlighting noise from other guests impacting sleep quality. Communal areas are described as small and can feel cramped, with lockers sometimes obstructing access. Despite these points, the hostel's prime location and friendly staff make it a practical choice for those seeking a brief stay near major transport links.
Stations & airport.
Distances measured from the hotel. Walking times assume a gentle pace with a backpack.
- Paseo de las Delicias178 m2 min walk
- Station180 m2 min walk
- Palos de la Frontera, impares194 m2 min walk
Eleven dimensions of capsule life, read from 2,073 reviews.
Noise & sleep
Noise isolation is a significant issue, with many guests complaining about being able to hear snoring, voices, and general noise from outside the capsules, making it difficult to sleep.
“Even though was in a capsule, was still noisy (snoring, voices)”
“The sound insulation is so bad that I can hardly sleep.”
“Too noisy. Inside of the capsule you can hear everything from outside”
Pod comfort
Guests generally find the capsules comfortable, with some noting good size for sitting up. However, ventilation issues leading to stuffiness or heat inside the pods are a recurring complaint.
“The capsule itself is cool, I thought it was super comfortable. I was told I was upgraded by booking.com to a double room (thank you!!), which I thought was the perfect size for one person. A smaller room might have been less comfortable.”
“Capsule had poor ventilation but opening the door for a few minutes made it cool off”
“The air inside of the capsule is little bit of too hot”
Privacy
Guests appreciate the privacy and security offered by the capsules, noting it's a significant improvement over traditional hostel dorms.
“I liked 24/7 reception, secure lockers and the privacy & security of the sleeping capsule.”
“the experience of being in a capsule.. there is privacy”
“Privacy and security of a capsule, quieter and more secure than a typical hostel.”
Cleanliness
The property is consistently praised for its cleanliness, particularly the shared bathrooms, which are described as spotless and spa-like.
“So very clean, 5 min walk from Atocha Station.”
“This hostel had the cleanest shared bathrooms of any hostel I've ever stayed at. The bathroom was spotless, spa-like, and smelled good, which is so rare in a hostel!”
“Very, very clean;-)”
Shared bathrooms
Shared bathrooms are consistently described as very clean, well-designed, and spa-like. However, there are mentions of a limited number of showers, leading to potential queues.
“Bathrooms were well designed and clean.”
“This hostel had the cleanest shared bathrooms of any hostel I've ever stayed at. The bathroom was spotless, spa-like, and smelled good, which is so rare in a hostel! This bathroom was nicer than a lot of more expensive hotels and airbnbs I've stayed at.”
“only 2 male showers so I had to rush to get checked out in time as so many people were waiting there turn, including me.”
Luggage storage
While secure lockers and a luggage room are available, guests report no space for luggage inside or next to the capsules. The placement of lockers in the cramped communal area can also be inconvenient and awkward.
“I liked 24/7 reception, secure lockers and the privacy & security of the sleeping capsule.”
“no luggage space next to capsule. tight space”
“The eating area is a little cramped and placed with a majority of the lockers. I ended up not using my locker since I'd have to go to the reception area to access it and that made me uncomfortable. I ended up sitting in front of someone's locker while eating and it was awkward for everyone.”
Staff & check-in
Staff are generally described as friendly and helpful, with smooth check-in and check-out processes, and offering useful services like free luggage storage.
“Very friendly staff, very clean facility ,free luggage storage after check out till 3pm”
“It is very clean, and the staff is nice and friendly! I would recommend it.”
“The staff were friendly.”
Location & access
The hostel boasts an excellent location, being just a 5-minute walk from Atocha Station and surrounded by numerous restaurants and cafes, making it ideal for transit or short visits.
“So very clean, 5 min walk from Atocha Station. 2 min walk to handful of restaurants”
“It was a pleasant walk from the station and there were lots of restaurants and cafes around.”
“Very close to the train station. For a night or a short visit on a budget it is good.”
Atmosphere
The communal areas are described as small and cramped, with lockers inconveniently located, leading to awkward interactions. The lack of separation between capsule areas and bathrooms also impacts the overall atmosphere.
“The communal area was too small for the functions crammed into it. In particular, people sitting at the tables could not help blocking access to lockers.”
“The eating area is a little cramped and placed with a majority of the lockers. I ended up not using my locker since I'd have to go to the reception area to access it and that made me uncomfortable. I ended up sitting in front of someone's locker while eating and it was awkward for everyone.”
“The capsule areas aren't separated by a door from the area with the showers and toilets as I've seen elsewhere, and the communal area is quite small.”
Value for money
Guests generally consider the price good for short stays or layovers, especially given the location. However, some feel it can be expensive for a hostel, attributing this to Madrid's general pricing.
“For a night or a short visit on a budget it is good.”
“Price was good for a short layover”
“It's a hostel so it felt expensive for that, but that's probably just Madrid prices.”
The honest drawbacks, from guests.
- poor noise insulation
- cramped communal areas
- limited luggage space inside pods
- ventilation issues in pods
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