Central Station Hostel Barcelona
Barcelona · Catalonia

Central Station Hostel Barcelona

This Barcelona hostel offers private and family rooms, free WiFi, a sun terrace and easy access to the metro, Las Ramblas and the city’s beaches.

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4.3 Score
437 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Area Barcelona
Nearby Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art · 390 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00
Pets Allowed

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Central Station Hostel Barcelona

Central Station Hostel Barcelona is a hostel in Barcelona, 200 m from Las Ramblas, with a sun terrace and private and shared rooms. It offers room types for individuals, couples and groups in Ciutat Vella, near Liceu metro station.

The rooms have simple, bright décor, a flat-screen TV and a fan; some have a private bathroom, while others share a bathroom. Options include single, double, triple and quadruple rooms, with a patio or balcony in some categories. The property has a 24-hour reception, free WiFi and bicycle hire. It also has a snack bar and serves drinks such as coffee and juice throughout the day. Private parking is nearby, costs €24 per day and requires a reservation. Liceu station is 300 m away and Platja de la Barceloneta is 1.9 km away. From this area, you can explore various parts of Ciutat Vella on foot and take the metro to other Barcelona neighbourhoods.

Central Station Hostel Barcelona
★ 4.3 · · 437 reviews

Plan your stay at Central Station Hostel Barcelona

This Barcelona hostel offers private and family rooms, free WiFi, a sun terrace and easy access to the metro, Las Ramblas and the city’s beaches.

Room types

There are six room types, ranging from single rooms to double, triple and quadruple options. The single rooms and some double rooms are around 9.5 m², while the triple and quadruple rooms offer more space, at 31.36 m² and 30 m² respectively. Maximum capacity ranges from one to four people, depending on the room type.

The rooms combine a flat-screen TV, a fan and simple décor. Bathrooms may be private or shared: the Double Room and one of the single rooms have their own bathroom, while other categories use a shared bathroom. Features that distinguish some rooms include the patio in the private Double Room and the balcony in the Double Room with Shared Bathroom. The Double Room with Shared Bathroom lets you choose between two single beds and one double bed; the quadruple room combines single beds and a double bed.

Double Room — Central Station Hostel Barcelona
Double Room
9 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 6 guests
  • Patio
  • Private bathroom

At 9.5 m², this room for two stands out for its patio and private bathroom, a combination that sets it apart from categories with a shared bathroom. It includes a flat-screen TV, a fan and tiled or marble flooring; the double bed completes the setup for a couple’s stay.

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Triple Room with Shared Bathroom — Central Station Hostel Barcelona
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
31 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 7 guests
  • Shared bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV

At 31.36 m², this is the most spacious option and has three single beds for up to three people. The bathroom is shared. It has a flat-screen TV, a fan and tiled or marble flooring. Its size sets it apart from the single and double rooms, which are around 9.5 m².

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Single Room with Shared Bathroom — Central Station Hostel Barcelona
Single Room with Shared Bathroom
9 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Shared bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV

This 9.5 m² room is designed for one person and has a single bed and a shared bathroom. The flat-screen TV and fan are among the listed amenities; tiled or marble flooring completes this simple, compact space, which differs from the single option with a private bathroom.

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom - 1 or 2 Beds — Central Station Hostel Barcelona
Double Room with Shared Bathroom - 1 or 2 Beds
9 m²

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 6 guests
  • Balcony
  • Shared bathroom

At 9.5 m², this category has a balcony and a shared bathroom, and accommodates two people. You can choose between two single beds or one double bed. It also has a flat-screen TV, a fan and heating; the balcony is what distinguishes it from the other double rooms.

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Single Room — Central Station Hostel Barcelona
Single Room
9 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Private bathroom
  • Fan

This 9.5 m² single room stands out for having a private bathroom, unlike the other room for one person, which has a shared bathroom. It includes a single bed, a fan and ironing facilities. Its compact layout and private bathroom make it the more self-contained single option.

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Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom — Central Station Hostel Barcelona
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
30 m²

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Double bed
  • Max 8 guests
  • Shared bathroom
  • Tiled/marble floor

At 30 m² and with capacity for four people, this category combines two single beds and one double bed. The bathroom is shared. A flat-screen TV, a fan and tiled or marble flooring complete the room, which has a layout for groups that differs from the triple room.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • want to stay in Ciutat Vella, 200 m from Las Ramblas
  • plan to travel by metro: Liceu station is 300 m away
  • are travelling with a pet and can request permission to bring it, possibly for an additional charge
  • need free WiFi throughout the property
  • are looking for options for individuals, couples or groups, with single, double, triple and quadruple rooms

Maybe not, if...

  • need free parking or parking on site: private parking is nearby, costs €24 per day and requires a reservation
  • want a private bathroom in every room: several categories use a shared bathroom
  • prioritise a high overall rating: the hostel has an overall score of 4.3 out of 10
  • are travelling as a group and do not want to share a bathroom: the quadruple room has a shared bathroom

Hotel facilities & services

The hostel offers facilities for spending time both inside and outside the property. The shared areas include outdoor furniture, a terrace and a sun terrace; there is also a barbecue and facilities for water sports. To explore Barcelona, you can hire a bicycle, join bike tours and walking tours, or take part in cycling activities and evening entertainment with the animation staff.

WiFi is free, and pets are allowed on request, possibly for an additional charge. Support services include a 24-hour reception, currency exchange, luggage storage, lockers and an ATM. Airport transfers, room service, ironing and laundry services are also available. The snack bar serves fruit; the hostel also has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Great for your stay

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Pets allowed
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Barbecue
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Tour desk

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace / sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle hire
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Animation staff
  • Cycling
  • Lockers
  • ATM on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Food & drink

  • Fruit
  • Snack bar

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Alarm clock

Location & what to see

Central Station Hostel Barcelona is at Hospital, 93, in Ciutat Vella, within Barcelona’s historic city centre. Las Ramblas is 200 m away and Liceu metro station is 300 m away; Sant Antoni is 500 m away. Cultural venues and shopping streets are nearby. Plaça Reial is 450 m away and MACBA is 350 m away, so you can combine a walk through El Raval with a visit to its exhibitions.

For longer journeys, the pl. de Catalunya - Bergara bus stop is 600 m away and FGC Plaça de Catalunya station is 650 m away; Plaça Catalunya is 750 m away. Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 9 km away. Moll de Drassanes ferry terminal is 950 m away. Liceu and Sant Antoni metro stations make it easy to get around the city, while Plaça Catalunya connects you to other transport services.

You can walk to Palau Güell, 420 m away, the Maritime Museum, 650 m away, or the Picasso Museum, 1.1 km away. For a few hours by the sea, Platja de Sant Miquel is 1.8 km away; Platja de la Barceloneta is 1.9 km away. In the warmer months, you can combine a swim with a walk along the coast. MACBA and the city-centre museums offer cultural options throughout the year, and the metro network makes it easy to visit other Barcelona neighbourhoods and landmarks.

Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art — A collection of contemporary art and exhibitions in a major cultural centre. 390 m
Palau Güell — A building by Antoni Gaudí with distinctive interiors and Modernist architecture. 420 m
Maritime Museum — Exhibitions on navigation and naval history in former royal shipyards. 650 m
Plaça Catalunya — A large central square connecting Eixample with Ciutat Vella. 750 m
Platja de Sant Miquel — An urban beach by the port, suitable for walking and swimming. 1,8 km
Picasso Museum — A look at different periods of the artist’s work and his connection with Barcelona. 1,1 km

What guests say about Central Station Hostel Barcelona

4.3
· 437 reviews
Staff
6.1
Comfort
5.1
Location
6.0
Cleanliness
5.1
Facilities
4.9
Value for money
4.9
Free Wi-Fi
6.5

Reviews reflect a mixed experience: WiFi and staff service receive the relatively highest scores, although they remain modest. Facilities, cleanliness, comfort and value for money score lower; overall, they describe a simple hostel with room for improvement.

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