Hotels
1.Hostal Nou Raval (El Raval)
Just steps off the world-famous Ramblas and in the center of the up-and-coming eclectic neighborhood of the Raval, Hostal Nou Raval is a great starting point for exploring the Ciutat Vell (old city). Tucked away on the centrally localted Carrer de l’Hospital, your home-away-from-home won’t pose a problem for you night owls. Within walking distance from the Borne, Gothic Quarter, Barceloneta, and the bars of the Raval, any night out will end with an easy trot back and with 24-hour access, this can be at any hour.
Air conditioning in every room is killer in summer, when sweltering humidity can make rest impossible, and the staff are maybe not the friendliest, but definitely efficient.
Breakfast isn’t included, but at a stone’s throw in any direction of the doorstep are a myriad of cafes/bakeries offering a latte and croissant for as little as 1.65 euro. The rooms are clean, albeit a bit small, and while a single private room, at 30 euro, offers a shared bathroom, a double at 60 euro with the bathroom en suite.
Single room 30 euro
Double with private bathroom 60 euro
Where:
C/ Hospital, 107
+34 93 442 44 35
Metro Line 3, Liceu stop
2. Hostal Goya (Paseo de Gracia)
A step up in terms of location and quality, this centrally located “hostal” is both nice and affordable. With added touches such as designer-like pillows and a decidedly modern decor, you’ll see your euro go the extra mile. Best of all, it’s located just off of the elegant Paseo de Gracia, and very close to both the Gracia and Eixample night-life zones.
Singles with private bathroom from 65 euro
Doubles with private bathroom from 90 euro/without bathroom from 70 euro
Where:
Pau Claris, 74
+34 93 302 25 65
Metro Lines 1 and 4, Uriquinaona stop
3. Hostal L’Antic Espai (Plaza Catalunya)
Located on the Gran Via, one of Barcelona’s main avenues, this elegant hostal offers a botique setting at affordable prices. The decor is classic and charming, all rooms are equipped with private bathrooms, which come with full amenities. A complimentary breakfast is kindly served all day, so even the night owls can enjoy their coffee with toast upon awakening.
Singles from 65 euro
Doubles from 120 euro
Where:
Gran Via de les Cortes Catalanes, 660
+34 933 04 19 45
Metro lines 2, 3, and 4 to Paseo de Gracia stop or lines 1 and 4 to Plaza Urquinaona
4. Hostal Orleans (The Born)
On the front line of the Born and just across the street from the Barceloneta, the Hostal Orleans is a clean, convenient option in a great part of the city. Behind you is the trendy born, with its hip clothing stores and fresh new restaurants and bars, down the street you’ve got the Ciutadella Park, a great place to just walk and enjoy the climate, and of course in front of you is the Barceloneta, Barcelona’s sea front neighborhood with its own unique mix of bars, cafes, and fresh markets.
The hostal itself is well equipped and certainly well priced. All rooms are private with a bathroom ensuite.
Double room is 51 euro
Triple room from 63 euro
Where:
Avenida Marques de Argentera, 13
+34 933 197 382
Metro line 4, Barceloneta stop
5. Hostal Centric (L’Eixample)
With all the comforts you would expect in a moderately priced hostal, the Hostal Centric provides a safe, central location along with clean and simple rooms. There’s also a little terrace to enjoy your morning coffee on, and with most of the rooms facing the interior patio you shouldn’t have to worry about outside noise.
The multilingual staff is friendly and kindly tolerate your 4 am arrivals.
Individual room from 32.50 euro
Double room from 46.50 euro
Where:
calle Casanova, 13
+34 934 267 573
Metro lines 1 and 2 to Universitat stop
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