HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona
Barcelona · Catalonia · 1 Star

HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona

One-star hostel in Barcelona, with shared dormitories, a communal room with table tennis and Paral·lel metro station 100 metres away.

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8.3 Score
482 Reviews
1★ Star
14:00 Check-in
Area Barcelona
Nearby Jardins de les Tres Xemeneies · 210 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona

HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona is a 1-star hostel in Barcelona, 100 m from Paral·lel metro station, with shared dormitories and a communal room with table tennis. It offers beds in mixed rooms for four, six or eight guests, as well as a private double room with two single beds. The dormitories have air conditioning, heating, personal lockers and a shared bathroom; the double room has a private bathroom. Towels are available to rent, and bed linen is provided.

The communal room has a television, board games and table tennis, and the hostel organises activities for guests to spend time together during their stay. There is a 24-hour reception, luggage storage, vending machines and free WiFi in the communal areas. The property is in Poble-sec, in the Sants-Montjuïc district, near Jardins de les Tres Xemeneies and several cultural venues. Paral·lel metro station is 100 m away; Montjuïc and its attractions are a short distance away. It is a practical option for travellers looking for shared accommodation with access to public transport.

HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona
★ 8.3 · Very good · 482 reviews

Plan your stay at HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona

One-star hostel in Barcelona, with shared dormitories, a communal room with table tennis and Paral·lel metro station 100 metres away.

Room types

HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona offers single beds in mixed dormitories for four, six or eight guests, as well as a double room with two single beds. The dormitories measure 10, 12 and 15 m², respectively, and each bed provides a place in a shared space. The eight-bed option has the most floor space; the four-bed option accommodates fewer guests in a more compact space.

All four room types have air conditioning, heating and bed linen, while the dormitories have personal lockers; towels are available to rent. The 8 m² double room stands out for its private bathroom with a shower and accommodates two people. In the shared rooms, the bathroom is outside the dormitory and is shared. You can choose between a bed in a mixed dormitory and a private room with two single beds, depending on whether you prefer company or more privacy.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
10 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Blackout curtains
  • Reading light

At 10 m², this is the four-bed shared dormitory, the smallest of the three options. It has two bunk beds with blackout curtains, a reading light and sockets with USB ports at the headboards. A personal locker with an electronic key completes the space; the shared bathroom is on the same floor.

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
12 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Safety deposit box
  • Socket near the bed

This six-bed mixed dormitory measures 12 m², two more than the four-bed option and three less than the eight-bed one. Each guest has a bunk bed, bed linen and a personal locker. The bathroom is shared and outside the room; the space has air conditioning and heating.

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room — HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
15 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bed linen
  • Air conditioning

At 15 m², this is the largest shared dormitory and accommodates up to eight guests. Each place has a bunk bed, bed linen and a personal locker; air conditioning and heating are available. As in the other dormitory options, the shared bathroom is outside the room.

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Double Room - 2 Beds — HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona
Double Room - 2 Beds
8 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

At 8 m², this is the only private option and accommodates up to two people. It has two single beds and a private bathroom with a shower, unlike the mixed dormitories, where the bathroom is shared and outside the room. Air conditioning and heating are available.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you are travelling alone and are happy to sleep in a bed in a shared mixed dormitory
  • you want to choose between four-, six- or eight-bed dormitories and a private double room
  • free WiFi in the communal areas is enough for you
  • you enjoy sharing spaces, playing table tennis and taking part in hostel activities
  • you want Paral·lel metro station 100 m away and a 24-hour reception

Maybe not, if...

  • you want a private bathroom in every room type: only the Double Room - 2 beds has one
  • you need on-site parking: there is no parking
  • you are travelling with someone under 18 who is not accompanied by their parent or legal guardian
  • you are planning a stay of more than ten nights or a group of more than eight people, which are subject to limits or special conditions

Hotel facilities & services

The communal areas offer spaces to alternate between relaxing and staying active during the day. You can watch television, play table tennis or join the activities organised by the hostel to help travellers meet one another. The terrace and solarium provide outdoor space; there is also a bar and vending machines for drinks and snacks. Reception is open 24 hours a day, with luggage storage and lockers for your belongings.

Free WiFi is available in the communal areas, and the rooms have air conditioning and heating. A lift provides access to the floors. Happy hour, bar crawls and evening entertainment are also available if you want to experience Barcelona's social scene. The combination of shared spaces and practical services lets you spend part of the day at the hostel and plan outings around the city.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Tour desk
  • Table tennis
  • Shower
  • Bar crawl
  • Evening entertainment
  • Luggage storage
  • Lockers
  • Lift

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace / solarium
  • Happy hour
  • Bar crawl
  • Evening entertainment
  • Table tennis
  • TV / shared lounge area
  • Lockers
  • Snack vending machine
  • Drink vending machine
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Lift

Food & drink

  • Bar

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona is at Lafont, 8-10, in Poble-sec, in the Sants-Montjuïc district. It is an urban area with shops and places to eat nearby: Abirradero, Haveli and Leonés 2 are 50 m away, while Aché Pa' Ti Azúcar Bar is also 50 m away. Paral·lel metro station is 100 m away and Jardins de les Tres Xemeneies are 210 m away; Refugi 307 is 320 m away. From these streets, you can visit cultural venues and green spaces in Montjuïc.

To get around Barcelona, Paral·lel metro station is 100 m away; Drassanes metro station is 650 m away and Plaza de Cataluña FGC station is 1.4 km away. Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 8 km away. Barcelona-Terminal F2 ferry terminal is 790 m away, which is useful if your trip continues by boat. Miramar cable car station is also 400 m away and Mirador station is 690 m away, providing access to routes around Montjuïc.

Nearby, you can visit Museu Marítim de Barcelona, 640 m away, Palau Güell, 710 m away, and the Wax Museum, 800 m away. Montjuïc and Montjuïc Castle are 1 km away, while Fundació Joan Miró is 950 m away and the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is 1.5 km away. To reach the sea, Platja de Sant Miquel and Platja de Sant Sebastià are 1.7 km away; Platja de la Barceloneta is 1.9 km away. In the milder months, you can combine walks in the hills with days at the beach; the coast is usually busier in summer.

Jardins de les Tres Xemeneies — Nearby urban gardens where you can stroll and relax between visits to Poble-sec. 210 m
Refugi 307 — Civil War air-raid shelter that forms part of Montjuïc's heritage. 320 m
Maritime Museum of Barcelona — Museum dedicated to naval history, located beside the former shipyards. 640 m
Palau Güell — Modernist building by Antoni Gaudí in the El Raval neighbourhood. 710 m
Fundació Joan Miró — Museum in Montjuïc focused on the artist's work and legacy. 950 m
Platja de Sant Sebastià — Barcelona urban beach where you can stroll by the sea and swim. 1,7 km

What guests say about HelloBCN Youth Hostel Barcelona

8.3
Very good · 482 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
8.4
Location
8.9
Cleanliness
8.6
Facilities
8.5
Value for money
8.4
Free Wi-Fi
9.2

Reviews particularly highlight the staff's service and the WiFi connection, with favourable comments also about cleanliness and facilities. Comfort and value for money receive positive ratings, and overall the hostel is practical for those who want to explore Barcelona and share spaces with other travellers.

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