Hip Karma Hostel
Barcelona · Catalonia

Hip Karma Hostel

Hostel in Barcelona in a Modernist building, with shared dormitories and private rooms, a communal kitchen, free WiFi, and metro and train connections just minutes away.

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7.8 Score
745 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Barcelona
Nearby Museu Banksy · 160 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Hip Karma Hostel

Hip Karma Hostel is a hostel in Barcelona, housed in a traditional Modernist building on Ronda de Sant Pere, 300 metres from Urquinaona metro station. It combines dormitories with bunk beds and private rooms, including options with private bathrooms and Smart TVs, making it suitable both for travellers sharing space and for those who prefer more privacy.

In the shared rooms, each bed has a curtain, reading light and locker with a power socket; there is air conditioning and heating, and some categories offer a balcony and city views. Guests have access to a shared kitchen with a large fridge and satellite TV, as well as free WiFi, lockers and luggage storage. Towels and bed linen can be hired separately. The Arc de Triomf is 300 metres away and Plaça de Catalunya is a ten-minute walk, while Urquinaona and Arc de Triomf stations make it easy to get around Barcelona.

Hip Karma Hostel
★ 7.8 · Good · 745 reviews

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Hostel in Barcelona in a Modernist building, with shared dormitories and private rooms, a communal kitchen, free WiFi, and metro and train connections just minutes away.

Room types

The accommodation includes individual beds in shared dormitories of different sizes and private rooms, with either shared or private bathrooms. The categories described range from a bed in a dormitory to private spaces for groups of four to ten guests; their sizes range from 18 to 25 m². Bunk beds are common to the shared options, and some also have a balcony and city views.

In the dormitories, beds have a curtain and reading light, as well as a locker with a power socket; the bathroom may be shared, and guests use the communal kitchen. There is also a double room with two single beds, a private bathroom and a Smart TV, measuring 15 m². Air conditioning is available in the categories described, while private rooms with a balcony are distinct from those with city views only. You can choose between a bed in a shared dormitory and greater privacy, depending on the type of stay and the size of your group.

Bed in 8-Person Shared Dormitory — Hip Karma Hostel
Bed in 8-Person Shared Dormitory
18 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • City views
  • Air conditioning

This individual space covers 18 m² within a shared dormitory for eight people. The bunk bed has a curtain, reading light and locker with a power socket; city views and air conditioning complete a practical option for anyone looking for their own bed and shared communal areas.

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Bed in 6-Person Shared Dormitory — Hip Karma Hostel
Bed in 6-Person Shared Dormitory
18 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Balcony
  • City views

This individual bed is in a shared dormitory for six people and also comes with a balcony and city views. The bunk bed has a curtain, reading light and locker with a power socket; air conditioning completes the space, designed for sharing a room without giving up your own personal corner.

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Bed in 12-Bed Shared Dormitory — Hip Karma Hostel
Bed in 12-Bed Shared Dormitory
25 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • City views
  • Air conditioning

At 25 m², this is the largest of the shared options listed here, with twelve beds. The individual space has a bunk bed, curtain, reading light and locker with a power socket; it also offers city views and air conditioning, with a shared bathroom and kitchen.

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Private Room with Shared Bathroom (4 Adults) — Hip Karma Hostel
Private Room with Shared Bathroom (4 Adults)
18 m²

  • 2 Bunk beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Balcony
  • City views

This 18 m² private room accommodates up to four adults and has two bunk beds. Unlike individual beds in a dormitory, it gives you private use of the room; it also has a balcony and city views. The bathroom is shared, and air conditioning makes it comfortable to rest.

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Private Room with Shared Bathroom (6 Adults) — Hip Karma Hostel
Private Room with Shared Bathroom (6 Adults)
18 m²

  • 6 Bunk beds
  • Max 6 guests
  • Balcony
  • City views

Accommodating up to six adults, this private room has bunk beds, a balcony and city views. At 18 m², it is more compact than the larger options; the bathroom is shared, and the room has air conditioning for the group.

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Private Room with Shared Bathroom (5 Adults) — Hip Karma Hostel
Private Room with Shared Bathroom (5 Adults)
18 m²

  • 6 Bunk beds
  • Max 5 guests
  • Balcony
  • City views

This private room accommodates up to five adults in 18 m². Unlike the rooms for larger groups, it has a lower capacity; it includes a balcony and city views, as well as air conditioning. The beds are bunk beds, and the bathroom is shared with other guests.

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Private Room with Shared Bathroom (8 Adults) — Hip Karma Hostel
Private Room with Shared Bathroom (8 Adults)
18 m²

  • 8 Bunk beds
  • Max 8 guests
  • City views
  • Air conditioning

For groups of up to eight adults, this private room offers 18 m² with bunk beds and city views. Unlike some other private rooms for groups, it does not have a balcony, but it does have air conditioning. The bathroom is shared, in keeping with the hostel's practical style.

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Private Room with Shared Bathroom (10 Adults) — Hip Karma Hostel
Private Room with Shared Bathroom (10 Adults)
24 m²

  • 10 Bunk beds
  • Max 10 guests
  • City views
  • Air conditioning

At 24 m², this private room for ten adults offers more space than the 18 m² categories. It has bunk beds, city views and air conditioning, but no balcony. The bathroom is shared, something worth bearing in mind when planning a group stay.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • want to visit nearby attractions: the Arc de Triomf is 300 m away and Museu Picasso is 650 m away.
  • prefer public transport: Urquinaona metro station is 150 m away and Arc de Triomf train station is 350 m away.
  • are travelling alone and would be happy with a bed in a shared dormitory, with a bunk bed, curtain, reading light and locker with a power socket.
  • are staying as a group: there are private rooms with shared bathrooms for groups of up to twelve adults.
  • want to prepare your own meals with access to a shared kitchen equipped with a large fridge and satellite TV.

Maybe not, if...

  • need on-site parking: Hip Karma Hostel does not have a car park.
  • want a private bathroom in every category: the dormitories and several private rooms have shared bathrooms.
  • expect towels and bed linen to be included: they are available to hire separately, or you can bring your own.
  • need reception to be open in winter: it is closed in November, December, January and February.

Hotel facilities & services

The communal areas include free WiFi, lockers and luggage storage, as well as a lift and heating to make your stay in the building easier. Air conditioning is available, and there are non-smoking rooms; smoking is prohibited throughout the property. If you want to explore the city, you can join walking tours, bike tours and activities about local culture; tourist information can help you organise these outings. Laundry facilities and private check-in and check-out are also available. The reception is staffed 24 hours a day, but closes in November, December, January and February.

In the rooms and shared spaces, you will find a shower, toilet, toilet paper and a hairdryer. The shared kitchen and power sockets by the beds complete the practical facilities.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tourist information
  • Shower
  • Luggage storage
  • Lockers
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift

General facilities

  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in / check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24-hour reception
  • CCTV in shared areas
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Shared kitchen
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

Hip Karma Hostel is at Ronda de Sant Pere, 39, in Barcelona's Eixample district, in a traditional Modernist building. This stretch connects with the Arc de Triomf area and the Plaça de Catalunya district. Urquinaona metro station is 150 m away; the Arc de Triomf is 300 m away, as is Casa Calvet. The surrounding area features urban streets, buildings from different periods and cafés.

For getting around, Arc de Triomf train station is 350 m away, and the Estació del Nord bus station is an eight-minute walk; Estació del Nord is listed as 650 m away. There are bus stops at pl. de Catalunya - Bergara, 750 m away, and Barcelona (rda. Universitat, 33), 800 m away. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 10 km away. Moll de Drassanes ferry terminal is 1.7 km away, useful for connecting with ferry services.

The area makes it easy to combine architecture, museums and open spaces: Museu Banksy is 160 m away, Museu Picasso is 650 m away and Parc de la Ciutadella is 650 m away. Plaça de Catalunya is 650 m away, while Platja del Somorrostro is 1.8 km away for a visit to the city's coastline; Platja de la Barceloneta is also 1.8 km away. You can combine a cultural visit with a walk in the park or a day at the beach. In April, Sant Jordi fills the streets with books and roses, and in September the Festes de la Mercè bring activities to Barcelona.

Museu Banksy — Museum dedicated to Banksy's visual world and street art. 160 m
Arc de Triomf — Commemorative monument beside the pedestrian promenade connecting with Ciutadella. 300 m
Casa Calvet — Modernist building by Josep Puig i Cadafalch, with a distinctive façade. 300 m
Ciutadella Park — Large urban park with green spaces, a lake and places to stroll. 650 m
Picasso Museum — Showcases key works by Picasso in several palaces in the Born district. 650 m
Somorrostro Beach — Urban beach on Barcelona's coastline, accessible from the historic centre. 1,8 km

What guests say about Hip Karma Hostel

7.8
Good · 745 reviews
Staff
8.8
Comfort
8.3
Location
8.9
Cleanliness
8.3
Facilities
8.1
Value for money
7.9
Free Wi-Fi
7.4

Guests particularly praise the staff and the area, which are among the highest-rated aspects. Cleanliness and comfort also receive positive comments, while the WiFi connection receives a comparatively lower rating.

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