Accommodation in Barcelona is not cheap but hostels are very good. The general image of a youth hostel is a manky old, run down flea-pit. That is not the case in Barcelona. In many cases the hostels are better than 2* and some 3* hotels. Hostels in Barcelona are often very modern, very well-catered and very comfortable. We have chosen the three best hostels in Barcelona for you.

Location:

Barcelona Mar is placed in the heart of Barcelona's Raval neighbourhood, a multicultural, vivacious and trendy area close to the museum of Contemporary Art and many other attractive galleries. The hostel is a maximum 10 minutes walk from Plaça Catalunya (Barcelona's main square) and 5 minutes from the famous Ramblas. In fact the walk (a variety of routes as Rambla Raval runs parallel to Las Ramblas) is quite a pleasant one and there are some interesting back-streets to explore.

The good spots of the city are walking distance: Picasso Museum, Gaudi's unique and gorgeous houses, The Cathedral, the Gothic neighbourhood, the bohemian Born area..... even the beaches and the harbour!!

Rooms:

Rooms are in the form of dormitories or private twin rooms. Within the dorms/rooms are lockers and each room is air-conditioned. Our price includes all linen, towels etc.

Services:

Free internet access, luggage storage service, 24 hour reception, no curfews, kitchen free for you to use, laundry service, lounge area, games room, safety deposit box.

Our Opinion:

This is also a good central option for those on a budget. If you are fleet of foot you can make Las Ramblas in just 3 minutes by following Carrer Sant Pau in a straight line you come out by the Liceo theatre. This hostel is all about location. The dorms are probably a touch more basic than the Centric Point and Hello BCN so you are paying the extra for saving a 5 minute or so walk to the nightlife.