Posted: 6/11/2020 | June 11th, 2020
Few destinations in the world bring in the crowds like Barcelona. It’s one of the most incredible cities not just in Spain, but in the entire world, home to a buzzing nightlife, delectable food scene, and tons of stunning architecture.
No matter what your budget or reason for visiting, you’ll be able to enjoy this sprawling, picturesque city and its laid-back pace of life.
I’ve been visiting Barcelona for a decade and have stayed in dozens upon dozens of hostels over the years. There are a lot of things to consider when selecting a hostel. The top four when picking the best hostel in Barcelona are:
- Location – Barcelona is huge and it can take some time to get around. Pick a place that is central to the sites and nightlife you want to see. All the hostels listed here are in central locations.
- Price – In Barcelona, you really get what you pay for, so if you go with a really cheap one, you’re probably going to get a hostel that is small, cramped, and doesn’t offer great service.
- Amenities – Every hostel in the city offers free Wi-Fi, and most have a free breakfast, but if you want more than that, be sure to do your research to find the hostel that best meets your needs!
- Staff – All the hostels listed here have amazing staff! They are super friendly and knowledgeable. Even if you don’t end up staying at one of the places listed below, be sure to look up reviews to ensure you end up somewhere where the staff is helpful and friendly! They can make or break a hostel!
To help you plan your trip, here is my list of the hostels in Barcelona that I like the most. If you don’t want to read the longer list below, the following hostels are the best in each category:
Best Hostel for Budget Travelers: Hostel One Ramblas or Hostel One Paralelo
Best Hostel for Families: St. Christopher’s Inn
Best Hostel for Digital Nomads: Sleep Green
Best Hostel for Partying: Kabul Party Hostel
Best Hostel for Solo Female Travelers: Yeah Hostel
Best Overall Hostel: St. Christopher’s Inn
Want the specifics of each hostel? Here’s my comprehensive list of the best hostels in Barcelona:
Price Legend (per night)
- $ = Under 30 EUR
- $$ = 30-40 EUR
- $$$ = Over 40 EUR
1. St. Christopher’s Inn
This is one of my favorite hostels in Europe. Located right near La Rambla, it’s a social and lively hostel with a huge bar/outdoor right next door. They organize daily events and the beds are cozy pods with curtains so you can actually get a decent sleep. It’s clean, comfy, and one of the best hostels in the city.
St. Christopher’s at a Glance:
- $$
- Huge bar/outdoor common area makes it easy to meet people
- Privacy curtains so you can get a decent sleep
- Female-only dorms for added privacy and security
Beds from 35 EUR a night, rooms from 170 EUR per night.
—> Book your stay at St. Christopher’s Inn!
2. Hostel One Paralelo
This is a fun party hostel that’s great for solo travelers. They organize nightly events and activities, host free dinners every night, and work hard to make sure everyone is having fun. While it is a lively hostel, they also have separate commons rooms for chilling out and working, as well as a movie room with Netflix in case you just want to relax. The dorms are also capped at 8 beds so you’re never crammed in with a ton of people either (which is a big plus in my book).
Hostel One Paralelo at a Glance:
- $
- Free nightly dinners
- Relaxed social atmosphere
- Easy to meet other travelers
Beds from 20 EUR a night, rooms from 54 EUR per night.
—> Book your stay at Hostel One Paralelo!
3. Kabul Party Hostel
Kabul is my favorite hostel in the city (and is tied for my favorite hostel in all of Europe. It’s a full-on party hostel, so don’t come here looking for peace and quiet.
They organize nightly events and pub crawls. Surprisingly, the dorms are clean and the beds are comfy — which is rare for party hostels. What makes Kabul so great is the common area. It takes up a whole floor of the building and comprises a café, bar, internet kiosk, and a pool table. It’s super social and really easy to meet people here. Just don’ expect to get much sleep!
Kabul Party Hostel at a Glance:
- $$
- Organizes lots of activities
- Really easy to meet people
- Lively party atmosphere
Beds from 32 EUR a night, rooms from 82 EUR per night.
—> Book your stay at Kabul Party Hostel!
4. HelloBCN
This is another social hostel with amazing staff that go above and beyond to make sure you have a memorable trip. The hostel serves free breakfast, has lots of common areas (with ping pong and board games), and they organize all kinds of events too. They can also get you discounts to some of the city’s nightclubs in case you’re looking to enjoy Barcelona’s famous nightlife. They also have a kichen in case you want to cook your own meals and guests get electronic wristbands so the hostel is safe and secure. They also have female-only dorms too.
HelloBCN at a Glance:
- $
- Free breakfast
- Organizes lots of events
- Awesome and helpful staff
Beds from 28 EUR a night, rooms from 100 EUR per night.
—> Book your stay at HelloBCN!
5. Hostel One Ramblas
Like the other Hostel One location on this list, Ramblas is social hostel where it’s easy to have fun. They organize daily walking tours and nights out so there is always something to do (which makes it easy to meet new people). Free dinners are held daily, breakfast is super cheap (3 EUR), and the beds are really comfortable. It’s also close to a metro stop so you can easily get around the city. The staff here are awesome and go above and beyond to make sure you have a great stay.
Hostel One Ramblas at a Glance:
- $
- Free nightly dinners
- Great place to meet other travelers
- Organizes daily events and activities
Beds from 20 EUR a night.
—> Book your stay at Hostel One Ramblas!
6. 360 Hostel Barcelona Arts & Culture
Another fun and interactive hostel that organizes daily walking tours, cooking classes, and has free tapas every Thursday. It’s super social. They have a chill patio with lots of space to hang out and lounge and have free dinners every night as well. It’s a bustling, communal hostel that makes you feel like you’re at home with friends. They keep it super clean too!
360 Hostel Barcelona at a Glance:
- $$
- Organizes lots of activities
- Easy to meet people
- Free dinner
Beds from 35 EUR a night.
—> Book your stay at 360 Hostel Barcelona Arts & Culture!
7. Fabrizzio’s Petit
This hostel has a real family vibe to it. They offer free breakfast every morning and host communal dinners every night. They have a spacious outdoor terrace, a chill common area with video games, and they also organize a few walking tours of different parts of the city as well. They have free coffee and tea too. To top it all off, the showers have great water pressure — something I appreciate!
Fabrizzio’s Petit at a Glance:
- $$$
- Free breakfast
- Communal dinners and other daily events
- Awesome showers
Beds from 46 EUR a night, rooms from 129 EUR per night.
—> Book your stay at Fabrizzio’s Petit!
8. Yeah Hostel Barcelona
This is an energetic hostel with a cool interior design (there is lots of art and murals on the walls). They organize daily walking tours and pub crawls and have a bar on-site so you can chill out and enjoy a drink with your fellow travelers (you also get a free drink with your stay). They have some quiter areas too for when you want to relax. Everything is clean and modern, which makes it feel almost like a hotel — but with the socializing and fun of a hostel. You can also attend thier daily communal dinners (10 EUR) which are super delicious and a great way to meet people.
Yeah Hostel at a Glance:
- $$$
- Free drinks
- Daily tours and pub crawls
- Easy to meet other travelers
Beds from 42 EUR a night, rooms from 146 EUR per night.
—> Book your stay at Yeah Hostel!
9. Sant Jordi Hostels Sagrada Familia
This is a really cool hostel. They have instruments and a stage for playing music, an indoor skate ramp, and the hostel is covered in cool murals and art. They organize nightly parties and pub crawls, have a huge spacious kitchen for cooking your own food, and a chill outdoor lounge for relaxing and hanging out. Located right near the city center (it’s just a few minutes from La Sagrada Familia), it’s definitely one of the coolest hostels in the city.
Sant Jordi Hostels Sagrada Familia at a Glance:
- $
- Awesome interior
- Nightly pub crawls
- Fully equipped kitchen
Beds from 24 EUR a night, rooms from 39 EUR per night.
—> Book your stay at Sant Jordi Hostels Sagrada Familia!
10. Bed & Bike Barcelona
What separates this unique hostel from the rest is that it offers a free bike tour of the city every morning (you can also rent a bike for 7 EUR per day). They also have free dinners and sangria nights too, which keeps the atmosphere lively and energetic. It’s just 5 mintues from La Sagrada Familia and La Rambla too so it’s a super convenient location. Free coffee and tea are available all day, which is a nice little bonus if you just want to relax and chill (or do some work). And the beds are litle cubbies with curtains so you have some added privacy (which I appreciate).
Bed & Bike Barcelona at a Glance:
- $
- Free daily bike tous
- Great location
- Hosts lots of activities
Beds from 25 EUR a night, rooms from 74 EUR per night.
—> Book your stay at Bed & Bike Barcelona!
11. Mediterranean Youth Hostel
This laid-back youth hostel is a good choice for younger travelers (dorms are only available to travelers under 48). They host Mediterranean-themed dinners, plan nightly pub crawls, and offer daily free walking tours as well. There is always something fun going on to help you meet people and enjoy the city. They have an outdoor courtyard, movie room, and a chill common area with video games as well. It’s also one of the more budget-friendly hostels too!
Mediterranean Youth Hostel at a Glance:
- $
- Organizes lots of events
- Good location
- Lots of common areas
Beds from 28 EUR a night.
—> Book your stay at Mediterranean Youth Hostel!
12. Sleep Green Eco Youth Hostel
This is the most sustainable and eco-friendly hostel in the city. It’s a quiet, laid-back hostel which is great for anyone looking for a less rowdy stay in Barcelona. They have a fully-equipped kitchen for cooking your own meals and lots of common areas for hanging out and meeting other travelers. It’s not the most social place, making it a good choice for digital nomads looking to get some work done or travelers looking to do their own thing.
Sleep Green Eco Hostel at a Glance:
- $$
- Eco-friendly
- Quiet
- Fully equipped kitchen
Beds from 35 EUR.
—> Book your stay at Sleep Green!
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Barcelona is an energetic, world-class city that draws millions and millions of visitors each and every year — and for good reason! Yet it can also be an expensive destination if you don’t plan ahead. Fortunately, if you do your research and stay in one of the hostels on this list you’ll be able to save money, have fun, and make the most of your time in this incredible city!
Book Your Trip to Barcelona: Logistical Tips and Tricks
Book Your Flight
Find a cheap flight by using Skyscanner or Momondo. They are my two favorite search engines because they search websites and airlines around the globe so you always know no stone is left unturned.
Book Your Accommodation
To find the best budget accommodation, use Booking.com as they consistently return the cheapest rates for guesthouses and cheap hotels. You can book your hostel with Hostelworld as they have the most comprehensive inventory.
Don’t Forget Travel Insurance
Travel insurance will protect you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It’s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I’ve had to use it many times in the past. I’ve been using World Nomads for ten years. My favorite companies that offer the best service and value are:
- World Nomads (for everyone below 70)
- Insure My Trip (for those over 70)
Looking for the best companies to save money with?
Check out my resource page for the best companies to use when you travel! I list all the ones I use to save money when I travel – and I think will help you too!
Need a Guide?
Barcelona has some really great guided Gaudi tours. My favorite company to go with is Take Walks. Their “Complete Gaudí Tour” will give you the best in-depth and behind-the-scenes Gaudi tour out there.
Looking For More Information on Visiting Barcelona?
Check out my in-depth destination guide to Barcelona with more tips on what to see, do, costs, ways to save, and much, much more!
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