Wow Hostel Barcelona
Barcelona · Catalonia

Wow Hostel Barcelona

Hostel in Barcelona with shared dormitories and private rooms, free WiFi, air conditioning and Passeig de Gràcia a ten-minute walk away.

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7.8 Score
742 Reviews
13:00 Check-in
Area Barcelona
Nearby Casa Batlló · 1,4 km
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 13:00

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Wow Hostel Barcelona

Wow Hostel Barcelona is a hostel in Barcelona, on Avinguda Diagonal, a ten-minute walk from Passeig de Gràcia and Diagonal metro station.

It offers shared dormitories and private double or triple rooms, with shared or private bathrooms depending on the category. All rooms include air conditioning and free WiFi; options are available for one person and groups of up to three, as well as a shared female dormitory.

The common areas include a lounge with a TV, pool table and vending machines for snacks and drinks; there is also a games room, lockers and luggage storage. The hostel offers a lift, heating, a fan and a wake-up service. Reception is open from 08:00 to 00:00, and you can access the property 24 hours a day; if you arrive after reception hours, you must notify the property in advance. Barcelona city centre is 15 minutes away by bus and Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 9 km away.

Wow Hostel Barcelona
★ 7.8 · Good · 742 reviews

Plan your stay at Wow Hostel Barcelona

Hostel in Barcelona with shared dormitories and private rooms, free WiFi, air conditioning and Passeig de Gràcia a ten-minute walk away.

Room types

The hostel combines shared dormitories and private double or triple rooms. Options include a four-bed female dormitory, double rooms with bunk beds, a single bed or a double bed, and several triple room options. Some share a bathroom, while others have a private bathroom; the capacities of the categories described range from one to three people.

All categories have air conditioning, as well as heating and a fan; several also include a flat-screen TV. The triple rooms differ in their layout: one double bed and one single bed, or three single beds. Among the private double rooms, one has city views, while another private option includes a balcony and views. Several rooms are up to 15 m².

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room — Wow Hostel Barcelona
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
9 m²

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Air conditioning
  • Wooden or parquet flooring

This bed is in a shared four-bed female dormitory, with a capacity of one person and an area of 9.47 m². Air conditioning, wooden flooring, a wardrobe and a socket by the bed make this a suitable option if you’re looking for a bed in a shared dormitory. The bathroom is shared.

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Double Room with Bunk Beds and Shared Bathroom - 2 Beds — Wow Hostel Barcelona
Double Room with Bunk Beds and Shared Bathroom - 2 Beds
7 m²

  • 2 Bunk beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Views
  • Air conditioning

This private room for two has two bunk beds and views, which set it apart from the double rooms with a single or double bed. It has air conditioning, heating and wooden flooring; the bathroom is shared. It’s a compact option if you prefer a private room without an en-suite bathroom.

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Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom — Wow Hostel Barcelona
Small Double Room with Shared Bathroom
9 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV

At 9 m², this compact category for two has a single bed and differs from the Standard category, which offers more space and a double bed. It includes air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and heating, while the bathroom is shared. A wardrobe and wooden flooring complete the room’s facilities.

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Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom — Wow Hostel Barcelona
Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom
13 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Desk

This Standard room offers 13 m² and a double bed, compared with the single bed in the Small Double Room. The bathroom is shared; the room has a flat-screen TV, desk, air conditioning and heating. Its larger floor area makes it a more spacious option for two people looking for a private room.

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Triple Room with Shared Bathroom — Wow Hostel Barcelona
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
15 m²

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Desk

At 15 m², this triple room with a shared bathroom has one single bed and one double bed, as well as a flat-screen TV and desk. Air conditioning and heating are available for an extra charge of EUR 1 every three hours. Unlike the double rooms, its layout accommodates up to three guests.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom — Wow Hostel Barcelona
Double Room with Private Bathroom
11 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City views
  • Private bathroom

This 11 m² double room combines a double bed and private bathroom with city views, unlike the categories with a shared bathroom. It has air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, as well as a desk and wardrobe. It’s an option for two people who prefer to have their own bathroom.

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Triple Room with Private Bathroom — Wow Hostel Barcelona
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
15 m²

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Private bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV

It has the same layout of one single bed and one double bed in 15 m², but adds a private bathroom; it’s the three-bed option if you prefer not to share one. It has a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. Air conditioning and heating are available for an extra charge of EUR 1 every three hours.

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Triple Room with Private Bathroom (3 Single Beds) — Wow Hostel Barcelona
Triple Room with Private Bathroom (3 Single Beds)
15 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Private bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV

This 15 m² triple room has three single beds and a private bathroom, instead of the double bed and single bed layout of the other triple option. It includes a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. Air conditioning and heating are available for an extra charge of EUR 1 every three hours.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you travel by metro: Muntaner and Hospital Clínic are 650 m away.
  • you want free WiFi throughout the property.
  • you want a bed in a four-bed shared female dormitory.
  • you prefer a double or triple room with a private bathroom.
  • you’d like to use the shared lounge with a TV and pool table.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need parking at the hostel: there is no parking on site.
  • you’re travelling with children: the property is for adults only.
  • you want a private bathroom in every category, as some rooms have shared bathrooms.
  • you need in-person reception throughout the night: it is open from 08:00 to 00:00.

Hotel facilities & services

The shared areas offer places to relax and enjoy yourself: there is a games room, a shared lounge with a TV and pool table, as well as board games and puzzles. Lockers let you store your belongings, and luggage storage is another convenient option during your stay. There are also vending machines for snacks and drinks, and a wake-up service is available.

The property has free WiFi, air conditioning, heating and fans; the lift serves the upper floors. It is a non-smoking property and has non-smoking rooms. Bathroom amenities include a shower, toilet, toilet paper, towels and a hairdryer. There is also a shared kitchen, wardrobe, clothes rack and socket by the bed. The facilities also include 24-hour security and a safety deposit box.

Great for your stay

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tour desk
  • Shower
  • Luggage storage
  • Lockers
  • Games room
  • Lift
  • Pool table

General facilities

  • Pool table
  • Games room
  • Shared TV/lounge area
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Board games / puzzles
  • 24-hour security
  • Adults only
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Wardrobe
  • Shared kitchen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Location & what to see

The hostel is on Avinguda Diagonal, between the streets of Eixample and the Sarrià-Sant Gervasi area. This urban part of Barcelona has shops, cafés and restaurants nearby: Hetta and Chikuyo-Tei are 40 m away, Restaurante Coure is 50 m away, and House Barcelona is also 50 m away. Museu i Centre d'Estudis de l'Esport Doctor Melcior Colet is 80 m away, while Palacete del Marqués de Alella is 250 m away. Passeig de Gràcia and its modernist architecture are within walking distance.

For transport, Muntaner and Hospital Clínic metro stations are 650 m away; FGC - Muntaner and FGC - Gràcia are 700 m away. Diagonal metro station is about a ten-minute walk away, as is Passeig de Gràcia. Barcelona city centre is 15 minutes away by bus. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 9 km away. The metro and FGC stations offer ways to get around the city without relying on a car.

Among the modernist buildings, La Pedrera is 1.1 km away, Casa Vicens is 1.1 km away and Casa Batlló is 1.4 km away; Palau Robert is 960 m away. For green spaces, Park Güell is 2.2 km away and Jardins de Joan Altisent is 850 m away. The city beaches are also nearby: Platja de Sant Miquel and Platja de la Barceloneta are 4 km away, and Platja del Somorrostro is 4.1 km away. In the warmer months, these beaches let you combine architectural walks with time by the sea, before returning to the shopping streets of Diagonal.

Casa Batlló — A modernist work by Gaudí, known for its organic shapes and colourful façade. 1,4 km
La Pedrera — A modernist building by Gaudí with a rippling façade and a rooftop featuring chimneys. 1,1 km
Tàpies Museum — A museum dedicated to contemporary art and the work of Antoni Tàpies. 1,3 km
Palau Robert — Exhibition space in a grand building next to Passeig de Gràcia. 960 m
Park Güell — A monumental site by Gaudí with mosaics, architecture and views of Barcelona. 2,2 km
Platja de la Barceloneta — An urban Barcelona beach with a seafront promenade and facilities beside the Mediterranean. 4 km

What guests say about Wow Hostel Barcelona

7.8
Good · 742 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
7.6
Location
9.1
Cleanliness
7.8
Facilities
7.7
Value for money
7.7
Free Wi-Fi
9.0

Guests particularly appreciate the staff, nearby transport and WiFi connection. Cleanliness and comfort receive more moderate feedback, while the facilities are rated lower than those aspects. Overall, the hostel is a practical base for getting around Barcelona.

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