Hostel in El Prat de Llobregat near the airport, with a seasonal indoor pool, rooms with balconies, and bus and metro connections to Barcelona.
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Centre Esplai Albergue is a hostel in El Prat de Llobregat, 900 m from Barcelona - El Prat Airport, with a seasonal indoor pool. Its strikingly shaped, brightly coloured building houses private rooms and shared dormitories, designed for both individual stays and groups. The rooms have air conditioning, WiFi and balconies overlooking the gardens; depending on the category, the bathroom is private or shared. Some options have bunk beds and others single beds, with capacity for one to six people.
The indoor pool closes during winter, and its approximate summer opening dates are 15 June to 30 September. The dining room serves a buffet breakfast, as well as lunch and dinner; guests leaving before 07:00 can collect a free breakfast to take away. The hostel has a 24-hour reception and arranges bicycle hire and guided tours of Barcelona and the Llobregat Delta. Barcelona city centre is about 40 minutes away by bus and metro. Private parking is in a garage and costs €12 per day, with no possibility of reservation.
Centre Esplai Albergue has private rooms and beds in shared dormitories, with options for one person and groups of up to six. Categories include double, triple, quadruple, quintuple and sextuple rooms; depending on the type, you sleep in single beds or bunk beds. The rooms combine balconies overlooking the garden with air conditioning, and range in size from 18 to 25 m². Some categories have private bathrooms, while others share facilities.
The Twin Room, the Quadruple Room and the Triple Room [BI] have private bathrooms; beds in the six-bed dormitory and the Sextuple Room have a shared bathroom. The Comfort Double Room with Balcony adds soundproofed walls and a walk-in shower, while the Superior Single Room offers space for one person. The higher-capacity options make travelling as a group easier, while the single and double rooms let you choose a smaller-scale stay.
At 23 m² and with capacity for two people, this category combines two bunk beds with a private bathroom, an unusual layout for a double room. The balcony opens onto garden views; air conditioning and soundproofing complete the space. It is an option for two travellers who prefer to share a room without giving up a bathroom of their own.
This 23 m² room accommodates up to four people and has four bunk beds, as well as a private bathroom. The balcony and garden views provide an outdoor area for the group, while air conditioning helps keep the room comfortable. Compared with the lower-capacity options, it lets four travellers stay together.
The rate is for one person's bed in a shared dormitory for six, equipped with bunk beds and a shared bathroom. It is 23 m² and has air conditioning and a balcony with garden views. This is the individual option for guests looking to share the space and who prefer a shared room to a private category.
At 23 m² and with space for up to three guests, this room has three bunk beds and a private bathroom. The balcony offers garden views, and the room has air conditioning and soundproofing. Unlike the shared dormitory, it is designed for a small group who want to stay together and have their own bathroom.
This 23 m² category accommodates up to five people in five bunk beds and has a private bathroom. The balcony with garden views and air conditioning complete the space for the group. Its capacity distinguishes it from the double, triple and quadruple options, without having to share a dormitory with other guests.
The Sextuple Room covers 23 m² and has six bunk beds for up to six people. The bathroom is shared, unlike the one in the Quintuple Room. It has a balcony with garden views and air conditioning, making it suitable for groups who prioritise staying together in one room.
At 18 m² with two single beds, this private room stands out for its soundproofed walls and terrace with garden views. The private bathroom has a walk-in shower, a distinctive feature compared with rooms with a standard shower. The balcony and sofa complete this option for two people.
This 18 m² room is designed for one person and has a single bed and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The terrace offers garden views, and the soundproofed walls set this single category apart. It also has air conditioning and a fan, so you can adjust the temperature during your stay.
The hostel has free WiFi and private garage parking, available for €12 per day with no advance reservation. The dining area includes a café and restaurant, with children's menus and special diet menus available on request. Outdoor areas include a garden, terrace and outdoor furniture; you can also hire bicycles and join cycling tours.
For leisure, there is a games room, table tennis and billiards, as well as hiking activities. Reception is open 24 hours, and the accommodation has luggage storage, a lift and laundry service. Family rooms and accessibility facilities for guests with reduced mobility are available, including adapted access and a toilet with grab rails. Room amenities include a shower, desk and garden views.
Centre Esplai Albergue is at Riu Anoia, 42-54, in El Prat de Llobregat, in an urban setting with parks and local services. The Riu Llobregat - av. onze de Setembre bus stop is 150 m away and Parc Nou metro station is 400 m away; Mas Blau is 850 m away. Jardins de la Pica d'Estats is 460 m away, and Mercat el Remolar is 1 km away. Cèntric station is 1.1 km away, while the municipality's parks and gardens offer places to go for a walk.
Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 900 m away. From the hostel, Barcelona city centre is about 40 minutes away by bus and metro; the nearest stops are 150 and 400 m away. Among the city's highlights, Montjuïc is 8 km away, the FC Barcelona Museum is 7 km away and Plaça de Catalunya is 10 km away. Casa Batlló is 10 km away and the Picasso Museum is 11 km away, making it easy to plan visits to different neighbourhoods and cultural venues.
For a seaside visit, Platja del Prat is 3.7 km away; Playa de Viladecans is 4.4 km away and Playa de Gavá is 5 km away. Espais Naturals Delta del Llobregat is 4.4 km away and offers a nearby destination for exploring the natural surroundings and taking in the scenery. Garraf Natural Park is less than 20 km away, and the beaches of Castelldefels can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. Visits to the coast and delta let you alternate beach days with walks through natural areas.
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Reviews reflect a satisfactory stay, with staff service and the WiFi connection among the best-rated aspects. Cleanliness, comfort and facilities receive more moderate feedback. Overall, the accommodation is practical for guests who prioritise proximity to the airport and connections to Barcelona.
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Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 900 m from Centre Esplai Albergue. The Riu Llobregat - av. onze de Setembre bus stop is 150 m away and Parc Nou metro station is 400 m away; the journey to Barcelona city centre takes about 40 minutes by bus and metro. Aeroport station is 1.5 km away. Private parking is available for €12 per day and cannot be reserved.
Centre Esplai Albergue is 400 m from Parc Nou metro station and 150 m from the Riu Llobregat - av. onze de Setembre bus stop. Nearby places include Drac (350 m), Jardins de la Pica d'Estats (460 m), Mercat el Remolar (1.0 km) and Platja del Prat (3.7 km). Espais Naturals Delta del Llobregat is 4.4 km away.
Centre Esplai Albergue serves a buffet breakfast in the dining room and offers gluten-free options. Guests leaving before 07:00 can collect a free breakfast to take away; the buffet is not included in the accommodation rate.
Centre Esplai Albergue has private parking in a garage on site. It costs €12 per day and cannot be reserved in advance, so it is not a free parking option.
The indoor pool at Centre Esplai Albergue is seasonal and remains closed during winter. The approximate opening dates are 15 June to 30 September, so it is mainly available during the summer months.
Centre Esplai Albergue has adapted access for guests with reduced mobility and a wheelchair-accessible unit. There is also a lift to reach the upper floors and bathrooms with grab rails.