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Hostel in Poble Sec, Barcelona, with private and shared dormitories, a communal kitchen, free Wi-Fi and daily activities near Paral·lel metro station.
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Mambo Tango is a hostel in Poble Sec, Barcelona, 300 m from Paral·lel metro station, with free activities every day. It combines private and shared rooms, designed for travellers who want to alternate between resting and spending time in communal spaces or joining organised activities. Rooms have air conditioning, heating and individual lockers; accommodation includes beds in dormitories and double and triple rooms. Some room types have a balcony, and the Superior Double Room has a private bathroom, while other rooms share a bathroom.
The communal areas include a shared kitchen and a TV lounge with films, as well as free Wi-Fi. The programme includes photography exhibitions, music lessons and city walks; guided walking tours and evening outings to bars and nightclubs are also organised. El Raval is a five-minute walk away, and Gaudí's houses are about 15 minutes away on foot. The proximity to Montjuïc makes it possible to visit the castle and the Magic Fountain from the neighbourhood.
The hostel combines private rooms and beds in shared dormitories, with options for one or more guests. Accommodation ranges from 10 to 30 m² and includes double rooms, a basic triple room, a double room with an extra bed, and beds in mixed, female and shared dormitories. Some rooms have a balcony; the double and triple rooms offer different bed configurations, while individual beds are in eight-bed dormitories.
Air conditioning is available in the room types described, and several rooms have kitchen equipment such as a fridge, microwave, oven and hob. Several room types, including the Basic Triple Room, have a shared bathroom; the Superior Double Room has a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. There is also a double room without windows, a specific detail to consider when choosing. Individual beds accommodate one guest each and are available in mixed and female dormitories, as well as other shared options.
At 12 m², this room accommodates two guests and has a double bed and a balcony, which sets it apart from the interior double rooms. It includes air conditioning and a kitchen with a fridge, microwave, oven and hob; the bathroom is shared.
This individual bed is in a mixed dormitory with eight beds and has a floor area of 20 m². The bunk bed and air conditioning define this room type; the kitchen area has a microwave, oven, hob, toaster and fridge.
This 12 m² room accommodates up to three guests and combines a single bed and a double bed, as well as a balcony. Air conditioning and kitchenware complete the room; the bathroom is shared, unlike in the Superior Double Room, which has a private bathroom.
At 10 m², this double room stands out because it has no windows. For two guests, it offers a double bed and air conditioning, as well as a kettle and coffee maker; the TV has satellite channels. It's a compact alternative among the hostel's double rooms.
The Basic Triple Room covers 12 m² and accommodates three guests in three single beds. Its shared bathroom with a shower sets it apart from the Double Room with Extra Bed; it also has air conditioning, heating and a tea/coffee maker, while the kitchen includes a hob, oven, fridge and kitchenware.
This individual bed is in a shared female dormitory with eight beds and a floor area of 20 m². It has a bunk bed and air conditioning, as well as access to a kitchen and kitchenware, including a microwave, oven, hob and toaster. It differs from the mixed option because it is reserved for women.
The Superior Double Room offers 20 m² for up to two guests and stands out for its private bathroom, which is not available in the room types with shared bathrooms. It includes a double bed, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels; heating and an iron are also available.
At 30 m², this individual bed is in an eight-bed shared dormitory and offers more space than the other shared options listed here. It has air conditioning, heating and an iron; bed linen is also provided in the room.
The hostel offers services designed for socialising and making it easier to organise your stay. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and there is a 24-hour reception and lockers for storing your belongings. Luggage storage and tourist information provide practical options for managing arrivals and departures, while the safety deposit box offers another place to keep personal items.
The communal areas include a shared lounge with a TV and a games room; board games and puzzles are also available. The shared kitchen lets you prepare meals, and facilities include a shower, toilet and bed linen. Climate control includes air conditioning and heating, and smoking is prohibited throughout the building. Evening entertainment is among the hostel's services. There is no parking at the property.
Mambo Tango is on Poeta Cabanyes, in Poble Sec, within the Sants-Montjuïc district. This part of Barcelona lies beside the slopes of Montjuïc and is about a five-minute walk from El Raval, two areas with distinct urban atmospheres. Nearby streets have restaurants such as Quimet & Quimet, 10 m away, and Oliveta, also 10 m away; El Rouge is the same distance away. Refugi 307 is 300 m away and offers a visit focused on the air-raid shelters of the Spanish Civil War. The Joan Miró Foundation, 750 m away, adds another cultural stop on the mountain.
If you're getting around without a car, Paral·lel and Poble Sec metro stations are 300 and 400 m away respectively; FGC Plaça de Catalunya station is 1.4 km away. Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 8 km away, while Girona - Costa Brava Airport is 75 km away. Barcelona-Terminal F2 ferry terminal is 1.1 km away, and the Sepúlveda - Urgell bus stops, 900 m away, and Gran Via - Comte Borrell, 1 km away, offer more city connections.
Montjuïc lets you spend a day visiting museums and outdoor spaces: the Museu d'Arqueologia de Catalunya is 810 m away, the Museu Marítim de Barcelona is 910 m away, and Montjuïc Castle is 1.1 km away. The Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is 1.2 km away and Plaça d'Espanya is 1.4 km away. For a trip by the sea, Platja de Sant Sebastià and Platja de Sant Miquel are 2 km away; Platja de la Barceloneta is 2.2 km away. In the warmer months, you can combine a walk along the coast with Montjuïc's routes and viewpoints; the rest of the year, the museums, Refugi 307 and the Poble Sec and El Raval neighbourhoods offer places to visit without relying on the beach.
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Reviews reflect a solid experience: guests highlight the Wi-Fi connection and the staff's service. The surroundings also receive positive feedback, while the facilities, cleanliness and comfort maintain consistent ratings. Value for money is the most moderate aspect overall.
Rates at Mambo Tango vary depending on the season, room type and dates of your stay. To see the current price, check the options available for your dates.
Mambo Tango is 8 km from Barcelona - El Prat Airport. Paral·lel metro station is 300 m away and Poble Sec station is 400 m away; you can connect to the city network from either. FGC Plaça de Catalunya station is 1.4 km away and Barcelona-Terminal F2 is 1.1 km away. There are also buses at Sepúlveda - Urgell, 900 m away. The hostel has no parking.
Near Mambo Tango, in Poble Sec, you'll find Refugi 307, 300 m away, and the Joan Miró Foundation, 750 m away. Museu d'Arqueologia de Catalunya is 810 m away; Museu Marítim de Barcelona is 910 m away. The Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is 1.2 km away and Montjuïc Castle is 1.1 km away. Paral·lel and Poble Sec metro stations are 300 and 400 m away.
Mambo Tango offers private rooms and beds in shared dormitories. Options include double and triple rooms, mixed and female dormitories, and a Superior Double Room with a private bathroom. Several room types have shared bathrooms; rooms include air conditioning and some have a balcony.
Mambo Tango accommodates guests up to 45 years old in shared rooms. Guests under 16 cannot stay in these dormitories: they must book a private room and be accompanied by an adult. These conditions distinguish the shared options from the private rooms.
Mambo Tango offers free activities every day, including photography exhibitions, music lessons and city walks. It also organises guided walking tours and evening outings to bars and nightclubs, with activities during both the day and evening.
Mambo Tango has a shared kitchen and a TV lounge with films. It also has a games room and offers board games and puzzles, as well as a communal TV area where you can relax between activities.
