Guest house in Barcelona’s Eixample district, with air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi and several metro and train stations a short distance away.
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Hostal Ruta de Francia is a 2-star guest house in Barcelona’s Eixample district, about ten minutes from the Basilica of the Sagrada Família. Its rooms, spread across the first and second floors, are compact and have air conditioning, a TV and a desk; depending on the category, the bathroom is private or shared. The upper floors are accessible by stairs, as the building has no lift.
Staff are available from 9:00 to 23:30 and offer tourist information; you can also leave your luggage free of charge between 9:00 and 19:00. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Restaurants and shops are on nearby streets, and Glòries shopping centre is about a ten-minute walk away. Encantes metro station is 350 m away and Estació del Nord is 1 km away. It’s an urban option for those looking for simple rooms in different sizes, with convenient connections for exploring Barcelona.
Hostal Ruta de Francia offers single and double rooms, a twin option, and several categories that can accommodate three people. There are options with an extra bed and a triple room with three single beds, as well as single rooms with private or shared bathrooms. All the listed categories have air conditioning; other amenities include a TV, desk, heating and shower.
Some rooms overlook an interior courtyard, a feature that distinguishes certain double rooms and the category with an extra bed. Room sizes vary, with 10 and 11 m² options among the largest. The selection also includes compact single rooms and an economy double room. Before choosing, check the capacity, bed configuration and bathroom type listed for each category: not all rooms have a private bathroom.
This 10 m² room is designed for two people and has a double bed and a private bathroom. Air conditioning helps you relax after exploring Barcelona, while the TV and desk provide simple conveniences for organising your stay. It also has a shower and wake-up service.
At 11 m², this category accommodates three people and adds an extra bed to the double and single beds. Its views of an interior courtyard set it apart from the standard double rooms. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning, a TV and a shower, a suitable combination for sharing a stay.
This single option has a private bathroom with a shower and is designed for one person. It has air conditioning, a TV and a desk, as well as heating and a wake-up service. Its compact layout distinguishes it from the double and triple categories, offering a private space to relax between visits around the city.
With two single beds and space for two people, this 10 m² room is an alternative to the category with a double bed. Views of an interior courtyard are a distinctive feature; it also has a private bathroom, air conditioning, a TV, a desk and a shower.
This single category for one person has a shared bathroom, an important difference from the single options with private bathrooms. The room has air conditioning, a TV and a desk; it also has heating and a wake-up service. It’s a simple option for those who prioritise a single room.
This 11 m² room accommodates up to three people and stands out for its three single beds, rather than a combination of a double bed and a single bed. It has a private bathroom with a shower, air conditioning, a TV and a desk, as well as heating and a wake-up service.
This single room is designed for one person and stands out for the private bathroom indicated in its name. It has air conditioning, a TV, a desk and heating, as well as a shower. The single bed completes a compact offering that differs from the options with shared bathrooms.
This single room for one person is distinguished by its shared toilet and simple layout. It has air conditioning and tiled floors; the upper floors are accessible only by stairs. It’s a compact alternative to the single options listed with private bathrooms.
Free WiFi lets you stay connected during your visit, and the accommodation provides tourist information to help you plan your visits around Barcelona. It also has luggage storage, useful for leaving your bags before checking in or after checking out. Daily housekeeping is another practical service.
The rooms are non-smoking, and smoking is not allowed elsewhere in the accommodation. Air conditioning and heating let you adjust the temperature of the spaces depending on the time of year. Rooms have a TV, and several categories also have a desk; the upper floors are accessible by stairs. These services support a simple offering focused on the everyday needs of those spending a few days in the city.
Hostal Ruta de Francia is at 204 Carrer de Castillejos, in Barcelona’s Eixample district. This is an urban area with shops and restaurants nearby: Restaurante L'Encant Vegetarià is 20 m away and Bar Restaurant Arago is 50 m away. Encantes metro station is 350 m away and Monumental metro station is 400 m away. Disseny Hub Barcelona (DHUB), one of the nearest cultural spots to add to your itinerary, is 520 m away.
Museu Taurí de Barcelona is 410 m away and Museu de la Música is 610 m away; Museu de la Sagrada Família is 660 m away. El Clot train station is 700 m away and Estació del Nord is 1 km away, with long-distance buses departing from there. Barcelona–El Prat Airport is 11 km away. Nearby metro stations connect you to the city network for visiting other districts. La Sagrada Família is about a ten-minute walk away, and the Modernista Sant Pau Complex is 1.1 km away.
For a day of culture, the Arc de Triomf is 1.4 km away; La Pedrera and Casa Batlló are 1.9 km away, and the Museu Picasso is 2.1 km away. The coast is another option: Platja de la Nova Icària is 2.2 km away and Platja del Bogatell is 2.3 km away. In warmer months, you can combine city visits with time by the sea; museums, Modernista architecture and urban districts offer things to do throughout the year.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff’s service and how easy it is to get around from the Eixample district. They also value the cleanliness and free connection; their impressions of the facilities and comfort are more moderate. Overall, the guest house is a practical choice for a simple city stay.
Rates at Hostal Ruta de Francia vary depending on the season, room and dates of your stay. Check the current rate for your dates here.
Barcelona–El Prat Airport is 11 km away. Encantes metro station is 350 m away; El Clot train station is 700 m away, and Estació del Nord is about 1 km away, approximately a 15-minute walk. These stations provide public transport connections around Barcelona. Hostal Ruta de Francia does not have parking.
Near Hostal Ruta de Francia, you’ll find Museu Taurí de Barcelona, 410 m away, and Disseny Hub Barcelona (DHUB), 520 m away. Museu de la Música is 610 m away and Museu de la Sagrada Família is 660 m away. To get to the coast, Playa del Somorrostro is 2.5 km away; Platja de la Nova Icària is 2.2 km away.
Hostal Ruta de Francia offers single and double rooms, twin options and categories for up to three people. Some have an extra bed; there is also a triple room with three single beds. Depending on the category, the bathroom is private or shared.
Hostal Ruta de Francia has no lift, and the upper floors are accessible by stairs. The rooms are on the first and second floors, an important consideration if you have reduced mobility or are travelling with heavy luggage.
Hostal Ruta de Francia requires a €50 damage deposit on arrival, paid in cash. The amount is returned in cash at check-out after the accommodation has been inspected.
Yes, people under 18 can stay at Hostal Ruta de Francia if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. The accommodation also has quiet hours from 22:00 to 11:00.
Yes, Hostal Ruta de Francia offers free WiFi throughout the property. Guests rate the connection 8.2 out of 10.
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