For anyone wishing to visit El Escorial this small hotel is really to be recommended. Street parking was possibe, the room was air-conditioned with a huge bed and spa bath. Esther, the lady proprietor speaks excellent English, is really nice and helpful and serves exquisite breakfast outside in her small enclosed garden. The hotel is about 100m from the Royal... more

If you are coming to visit Madrid or just the monastery in San Lorenzo de El Escorial, you should stay here. Esther and her husband own this lovely place and make sure you enjoy your stay. You feel like you are staying in someone's home. We stayed two nights & had one of the smaller rooms, with no TV, but... more

Posada Don Jaime has it all! Location, beautiful rooms , and wonderful service. It is located in the picturesque town of San Lorenzo de El Escorial. Within walking distance from the hotel, is the REAL MONASTERIO DE EL ESCORIAL, filled with art and history. My husband and I also enjoyed visiting Segovia, Avila, Toledo. Madrid, about an hour away, can... more

The Posada Don Jaime is run by a family that truly reflects the spirit and the friendiliness of the Spanish people. Esther, the owner is an excellent host that pays attention to detail and the well being of her guests. She makes an excellent breakfast. The Hotel is clean, modern and rooms are spacious. It is truly a beautiful hotel... more

Charming Hotel, wonderful and friendly family, incredible breakfast, great location... What more can you wish!!! Many thanks to Esther & her sons for making our stay to be so special & fantastic!!! Hotel con mucho encanto, la familia que lo lleva son amables y encantadores, el desayuno es increible y la situacion genial... Que mas se puede pedir!!! Muchas Gracia... more

I stayed at the Hotel Posada Don Jaime for 5 nights in September 2008. The hotel is just a short walk from the stunning Real Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial. This is an excellent hotel. It top scores on decor, ambience, cleanliness and client service. Television is available in the lounge but not in the rooms and this... more

We had a very pleasant stay in this hostel for 3 nights. The rooms are small but clean. The hostel is run by a very friendly, also english speaking family. The breakfast is extensive and delicious. If you prefer a cosy with family atmosphere and personal service hostel for a good price this is what you 're looking for. more

We had a wonderful four days with our family in this small, well-appointed hotel. Esther the owner and her children are absolutely charming and extremely informative and helpful about the area. We particularly enjoyed the big breakfasts with homemade jams and good coffee - there was no feeling of being rushed whatsoever. The rooms in this beautiful old house are... more

After four days in Madrid we took a bus to Posada Don Jaime. We were travelling with two children (age 6 and 10). This two day excursion to the countryside was a perfect escape from Madrid. Our positive experience is definitely because of our stay at Posada Don Jaime. We stayed on the top floor which was newly renovated. The... more