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Gothic Point Youth Hostel
This bright, well-run, central hostel has dorm rooms sleeping 8 to 16. Breakfast is included in the price, and there’s free 24-hour internet access. There is air conditioning in all rooms.
C/Vigatans 5
93 268 78 08
Ideal Youth Hostel
Situated close to La Rambla, this is a modern hostel with dorms for four, six and eight people, each with balcony, en-suite toilet and shower. It also has single and double rooms. Breakfast is included as is free Internet access. There is a self-service launderette.
C/Unió 12
93 342 61 77
Feetup Hostel-Garden House
This friendly hostel is located on the outskirts of the city, near the beautiful Gaudí-designed Park Güell. It’s only a 15-minute metro ride into the centre of town. There is a lovely garden and roof terrace, and a relaxed, easygoing vibe.
C/d’Hedilla 58
93 42 7 24 79
Downtown Paraiso Hostel
Established by four former travellers, this friendly hostel is a hit with young backpackers. It is central, has no curfew, you don’t need to rent sheets and blankets, and it offers a range of rooms, with or without bathrooms.
C/Junta de Comerç 13
93 302 16 34
Alberg Kabul
Kabul is a favourite with young backpackers, so it’s often full (and noisy). Dorm rooms, all with air conditioning and some with balconies on the Plaça Reial (see Plaça del Rei), sleep 4 to 20 people. There’s a laundry, free Internet access, lockers and a small cafeteria that serves cheap food during the day.
Pl Reial 17
93 318 51 90
Barcelona Dream
This hostel may not be central, but it is only a 20-minute metro ride from the city centre. It is well-priced, close to the beaches, and the rooms accommodate between two and 12 persons. Kitchen and laundry facilities are included.
Ave. Alfonso XIII, Badalona
93 399 14 20
Centric Point Hostel
Housed in a renovated Modernista building, this hostel offers large dorms, as well as single and double rooms with private facilities. There is a common room with a bar, free Internet access and satellite TV.
Passeig de Gràcia 33
93 215 65 38
Melon District
Part-student residence and part-hostel, Melon District has rooms available to rent for short- or long-term stays. The rooms are not large, but they have great facilities.
Avda Paral.lel 101
93 217 88 12
Mambo Tango
Toto and Marino, ex-travellers themselves, are behind this warm and welcoming hostel. It has dorms for four, six and eight people, breakfast and sheet-hire are included in the price, and extras include a home cinema. Party animals are actively discouraged, so you can count on a good night’s sleep.
C/Poeta Cabanyes 23
93 442 51 64
Itaca Hostel
Located in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, this is a clean and friendly hostel with space for 30 guests in double rooms, dorms (for up to six) and apartments. Bedding and lockers are included in the price and there is Wi-Fi available in the main building.
C/ Ripoll 21
93 301 97 51