Hostels in Barcelona can be a great way to get stylish accommodation without the big price tag – here are four charming hostels in Barcelona with private rooms.
Twentytu Hostel (Photo: Booking.com)
Barcelona is a city packed with intrigue, from the Gaudi architecture, to the incredibly varied food, to the secret bars and cafes. But one thing that shouldn’t be a mystery is the accommodation. Like any big European capital city it is easy to pay too much for somewhere to stay in Barcelona, with hotels often charging big bucks. A good alternative is a hostel, with many charming contemporary establishments offering a unique experience matched to affordable prices. Here are four charming hostels in Barcelona with private rooms.
Twentytu Hostel Barcelona
This is a modern and fun hostel with a really great vibe. The staff are friendly and it’s a great place to meet like-minded travellers. The rooms are either shared or private and have a maximum of four beds and a private bathroom. Each room has individual lockers and sheets and towels can be rented at reception. The location is great, especially in summer, being just 10 minutes’ walk from Nova Icaría Beach and the Olympic Port. It’s all classic hostel but with a modern and clean feel, featuring a communal kitchen, a chill-out lounge and dining areas. The property also organises events, guided tours and activities, as well as offering bike rental. From €129.
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Generator Barcelona
Generator Barcelona (Photo: Booking.com)
Generator Hostels have fast become a go-to accommodation option for young, trendy travellers. Generator Barcelona is located 500 metres from the fashionable Passeig de Gracia Avenue and has everything you need. There is a 24-hour reception, free private lockers in shared dormitories and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Both private rooms and dormitories have air conditioning and heating, as well as individual power sockets and reading lamps. There is also the option of female-only dormitories. The hostel also has a stylish, communal lounge and a luggage storage service. From € 149.
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Casa Gracia
Casa Gràcia is a contemporary hostel located in Barcelona’s Passeig de Gràcia, a famous area full of art, architecture, culture and modern shopping. The rooms are all air-conditioned and there is free Wi-Fi throughout the hostel. The style is a kind of modern take on traditional, with the communal area featuring an old school billiards table and almost a wild west feel – it is certainly well thought out. Shared and private rooms are available, as well as apartments. Facilities include communal terrace, lounge, kitchen, dining area and a 24-hour front desk. From € 161.
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Don Moustache Boutique Hostel
Don Moustache (Photo: Booking.com)
This hostel is worthy of a mention for the fun name alone – but it’s also a great place to stay. It’s stylishly decorated with a unique, quirky aesthetic, and has a central location within 10 minutes’ walk of Girona Metro Station, Gran Vía Avenue and Passeig de Gràcia. There is a communal kitchen and a lounge and many of the bright dorms and rooms at Don Moustache open onto a small terrace. There is a shared bathroom and lockers. It’s worth noting that at Don Moustache there is only one private room with an en suite bathroom is available – so make sure you book well in advance if you’d like this option. The communal lounge has a TV as well as computers. From € 90.
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