Boogalow Hostel
Gijón · Asturias

Boogalow Hostel

Hostel in Gijón opposite San Lorenzo Beach, with sea-view dormitories, family rooms, a shared kitchen and communal spaces.

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9.1 Score
1.203 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Area Gijón
Nearby Playa de San Lorenzo · 50 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Boogalow Hostel

Boogalow Hostel is a hostel opposite San Lorenzo Beach, 50 m from the sand, in Gijón. It combines shared dormitories and private rooms, with options for solo travellers, couples and families. The rooms, measuring 12 to 18 m², offer sea or inner courtyard views; depending on the category, the bathroom is shared, private or private and external. Bed linen and towels are provided in every room. There are also beds in shared dormitories for four or six guests and family rooms for up to four guests.

The shared kitchen and communal lounge let you prepare meals and relax between outings; you can also play darts. The hostel offers free Wi-Fi throughout, heating, a lift, lockers and laundry facilities. It is 300 m from central Gijón, with the Paseo y Jardines de Begoña and the beach nearby. The bus station is 650 m away and the Roman Baths of Campo Valdés are about 400 m away. Its combination of dormitories, communal spaces and access to the seafront suits city breaks and days at the beach.

Boogalow Hostel
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Hostel in Gijón opposite San Lorenzo Beach, with sea-view dormitories, family rooms, a shared kitchen and communal spaces.

Room types

The accommodation includes double rooms, a family room and individual beds in shared dormitories with four or six beds. Rooms range from 12 to 18 m², with a choice of sea views or views of an inner courtyard. Options are available for one, two, three or four people, whether you want a bed in a shared dormitory or a private room.

Bathroom arrangements vary by category: some rooms have a shared bathroom, others have a private bathroom, and one triple option has a bathroom outside the room. There are also family rooms with a double bed and bunk bed, as well as a quadruple room with bunk beds. Bed linen and towels are provided in all rooms, and heating is also available.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom — Boogalow Hostel
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
12 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sea view
  • Heating

Measuring 12 m² and furnished with a double bed, this private room offers sea views and heating. The shared bathroom includes a shower and hairdryer; bed linen and towels are provided. It’s an option for two guests who want their own room without an exclusive bathroom.

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Bed in 4-Bed Shared Dormitory — Boogalow Hostel
Bed in 4-Bed Shared Dormitory
15 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Sea view
  • Heating

This single bed is in a 15 m² shared dormitory with four beds and sea views. Heating and bed linen complete this simple option for one person travelling alone who prefers to share a room with other guests.

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Family Room with Bathroom — Boogalow Hostel
Family Room with Bathroom
15 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed and 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Sea view
  • Private bathroom

Measuring 15 m², this family room accommodates up to four people and combines a double bed with a bunk bed. Sea views and a private bathroom with a shower set it apart from the shared options; it also has heating and bed linen.

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Bed in 6-Bed Shared Dormitory — Boogalow Hostel
Bed in 6-Bed Shared Dormitory
18 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Private bathroom

The single bed is in the largest shared dormitory, with six beds, 18 m² of space and views of an inner courtyard. This category has a private bathroom, heating and bed linen, a different combination from the shared beds with sea views.

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Double Room with Sea View — Boogalow Hostel
Double Room with Sea View
12 m²

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Sea view
  • Private bathroom

This 12 m² room for two people has a large double bed and sea views. It has a washbasin and toilet in its private bathroom, while the shower is outside the room and shared. This offers more privacy than the Double Room with Shared Bathroom.

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Triple Room with Private External Bathroom — Boogalow Hostel
Triple Room with Private External Bathroom
12 m²

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Private bathroom

Measuring 12 m² and accommodating up to three guests, this room combines a single bed and a double bed, with views of the inner courtyard. The private bathroom is outside the room and includes a shower and hairdryer. It’s an option for a small group looking for separate beds without a shared dormitory.

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Quadruple Room with Bathroom — Boogalow Hostel
Quadruple Room with Bathroom
15 m²

  • 4 Bunk beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Sea view
  • Private bathroom

This 15 m² category accommodates up to four guests and offers four bunk beds, a private bathroom with a shower and sea views. Unlike the family room with the same capacity, it has no double bed and instead accommodates everyone in bunk beds; heating and bed linen are included.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you’re travelling to enjoy San Lorenzo Beach, 50 m away.
  • you want to get around from nearby stations: the bus station is 650 m away and Gijón - Sanz Crespo Train Station is 1.3 km away.
  • you’re looking for family rooms for up to four guests and an indoor play area.
  • you need free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
  • you want to choose between shared dormitories and private rooms, with sea views or views of an inner courtyard.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the property: there is no parking.
  • you want every room to have a private bathroom: some rooms share a bathroom, and one option has a shared shower.
  • you expect to arrive after 21:00: check-in ends at that time, and you need to let the property know your expected arrival time in advance.
  • you’re organising a stag or hen party or a group booking more than three rooms that isn’t a family or sports group; quiet hours are from 22:00 to 08:00.

Hotel facilities & services

The hostel is opposite the beach and makes it easy to combine days by the sea with hiking in the area. Indoors, you’ll find a games room, darts, board games and puzzles, as well as books, DVDs and music for children. Families can choose family rooms and use the indoor play area; socket covers are also provided for child safety.

Practical services include lockers, tourist information, express check-in and check-out, daily housekeeping and laundry facilities. Shared areas include a TV lounge and a shared kitchen; rooms have a shower, toilet, toilet paper, towels, free toiletries, a hairdryer, bed linen, a clothes rack and a socket by the bed. Wi-Fi is free, and the property has heating and a lift.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Beach
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tourist information
  • Shower
  • Hiking
  • Lockers
  • Laundry

General facilities

  • Beachfront
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Games room
  • Lockers
  • Tourist information
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Shared TV lounge
  • Heating
  • Lift

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Location & what to see

Boogalow Hostel is at Calle Jovellanos 1, in central Gijón, opposite the seafront promenade at San Lorenzo Beach. The beach is 50 m away and La Escalerona, one of its well-known access points, is 60 m away. The Jardines de El Náutico are 100 m away; Plaza Mayor de Gijón is 400 m away, and the Paseo y Jardines de Begoña is 300 m away. From here, you can move between the seafront, central streets, squares and green spaces within the city.

Gijón Bus Station is 650 m away, Gijón - Sanz Crespo Train Station is 1.3 km away and Calzada de Asturias (Renfe) is 3.1 km away. Asturias Airport is 28 km away. You can also visit other beaches: Playa de Poniente is 750 m away, Playa del Arbeyal is 2.5 km away and Playa de Peñarrubia is 2.9 km away. The hostel has no parking, so if you arrive by car, you’ll need to arrange parking elsewhere.

The Roman Baths of Campo Valdés and Plaza Mayor are 400 m away; the Museo y Casa Natal de Jovellanos is 450 m away. For a walk by the sea, Elogio del Horizonte is 750 m away, while the Gijón Aquarium is 1.4 km away. In summer, San Lorenzo Beach is a place to swim and stroll; at any time of year, the central streets, gardens and museums offer ways to explore the city on foot.

Playa de San Lorenzo — Urban stretch of sand beside the seafront promenade and the Bay of Biscay. 50 m
La Escalerona — Well-known access point to the beach, with open views across Gijón Bay. 60 m
Gijón Main Square — Square in the old town, surrounded by historic buildings and pedestrian streets. 400 m
Museum of the Roman Baths of Campo Valdés — Underground archaeological remains preserving public baths from Roman times. 410 m
Jovellanos Museum and Birthplace — Home of the Gijón-born Enlightenment thinker, with collections related to local art and history. 450 m
Gijón Aquarium — An informative visit through marine and freshwater ecosystems of the Bay of Biscay and other seas. 1,4 km

What guests say about Boogalow Hostel

9.1
Wonderful · 1.203 reviews
Staff
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Facilities
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Free Wi-Fi
9.3

Reviews are very positive: guests appreciate the friendly staff, cleanliness and comfortable rooms. They are also pleased with the facilities and internet connection, while the beach’s proximity is seen as a clear advantage.

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