Barcelona is one of the most magical cities in Europe with its glorious architecture and elegant boulevards. Barcelona is renowned for being one of the biggest backpacking destinations in Europe. Below is a guide to Cheap Hostels in Barcelona. All the hostels listed below have wifi included and all offer a bed in a dorm room for between €15 to €18 per night. But prices at the weekend can be 50% to 100% more. Check Hostelworld to get exact prices for your dates. Some of Barcelona's hostels cater more to the party scene while others are more chilled out.
Barcelona has some fascinating tourist attractions that include Sagrada Familia and all other Gaudi-designed architecture. Barcelona also has an amazing nightlife scene with many great restaurants, bars, and clubs.
The 7 Best Cheap Hostels in Barcelona
Here’s our comprehensive list of the cheapest hostels in Barcelona which includes a detailed description and photos of each hostel.
1. Sant Jordi Hostel Rock Palace
Sant Jordi Hostel Rock Palace is one of the best hostels in Barcelona for solo travelers. There's always something going on at this well-known bar. You won't have to worry about getting a good night's sleep, though, because all of the rooms are soundproofed. One of their most notable features is their rooftop swimming pool, which is open from April to October.
Sant Jordi Hostel is in the popular Eixample neighborhood of Barcelona, which is known for its tapas bars, and other restaurants. The Passeig de Gràcia metro station, where you can catch metro lines L2, L3, and L4, is a 5-minute walk away. There are both mixed dorms and private rooms.
Each dorm bed has a reading light and a charging station. We can prepare our own meals in their fully equipped guest kitchen. Female-only dorm rooms make this hostel ideal for female solo travelers.
Dorms from €15.80 per night
2. St Christopher’s Barcelona
St Christopher's Barcelona is located in the heart of Barcelona, just a few minutes walk from Las Ramblas and many other popular tourist destinations.
All guests receive a 25% discount on meals and drinks at their restaurant and bar (Belushi's Bar). Every floor of the building has free Wi-Fi.
Their dorm room bunk beds are constructed in the form of a pod, with each bunk having a power outlet, personal light, and dark curtains for a comfortable
Dorms from €16.90 per night
3. INOUT Hostel
INOUT Hostel is located in the heart of Barcelona, just a few minutes walk from Las Ramblas and many other popular tourist destinations.
All guests receive a 25% discount on meals and drinks at their restaurant and bar (Belushi's Bar). Every floor of the building has free Wi-Fi.
Their dorm room bunk beds are constructed in the form of a pod, with each bunk having a power outlet, personal light, and dark curtains for a comfortable night's sleep. They provide female, male-only, and mixed dorms with 8 or 12 beds.
Dorms from €17.00 per night
4. Hola Hostel Eixample
Hola Hostel Eixample is located in Barcelona's Eixample District, just a 10-minute walk from Plaza Catalunya and the Sagrada Familia Basilica. The Tetuan Metro Stop is 400 meters away, while the Estació del Nord Bus Station is a 5-minute walk away.
The hotel provides a 24-hour reception, free bed linen, and free WiFi. Breakfast is included and served from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. daily. It offers a huge outside terrace as well as a living area with a flat-screen TV. The rooms are big and well-equipped with air conditioning.
Dorms from €16.40 per night
5. Ideal Youth Hostel
Ideal Youth Hostel is about 50 meters away from Las Ramblas and a 12-minute walk from the beach. They have a fantastic roof deck where you can unwind after a long day of sightseeing. The front desk is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. A common lounge, a games area, and a tour desk are also available. They have dorm rooms with 4, 6, 8, and 10 beds and free Wi-Fi throughout the hostel.
Dorms from €15.00 per night
6. Black Swan
The Black Swan is located in the heart of Barcelona, between the Arc de Triomf and Plaça de Catalunya. Ciutadella Park, a popular tourist attraction, is only a 10-minute walk away. Take one of their free cooking workshops to learn how to make the best paella in town. Their rooms are bright and inviting, with mixed or female-only dorms, making it an excellent hostel for female solo travelers.
Dorms from €17.80 per night
7. Itaca Hostel
Itaca Hostel is ideally located in the heart of Barcelona. The old Barri Gtic (Gothic Quarter) is a 6-minute walk away, while Las Ramblas shopping is a 10-minute walk away.
Every Dorm has a balcony, so you may wake up each morning and stroll outdoors into the sun. Each bunk bed is equipped with a power outlet and a reading lamp. There is super-fast fiber-optic Wi-Fi throughout the hostel.
Dorms from €16.00 per night
Final Thoughts on Cheap Hostels in Barcelona
I hope our guide to the cheapest hostels in Barcelona helps you pick a hostel that best suits your needs during your stay in Barcelona. In general, the overall standard of hostels in Barcelona is excellent but there are still some bad and mediocre ones. Hopefully, this list will help you avoid bad and mediocre hostels to ensure you enjoy your stay in Barcelona.
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