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What Is a Hostel?
If you're searching for a low-cost place to stay in Barcelona, one of its 85 hostels might be a great option for you. No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer the following:
- Shared rooms (though many have private options too)
- Budget prices
- A social setting
Hostels are a great way to stay in Barcelona for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. You can check out the art galleries and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
Hostels in Barcelona
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options get the highest reviews from our guests and could be a good place to look first:
INOUT Hostel Barcelona - Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. You'll find showers and desks in all rooms.
Generator Hostel Barcelona - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Diagonal Station and Verdaguer Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You'll find showers and linens in all rooms.
Airhostel Barcelona Aeropuerto - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with showers, free toiletries, and desks.
Centre Esplai Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and desks.
Casa Gracia Barcelona - Located within a 5-minute walk of Casa Mila. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. You'll find showers and hair dryers in all rooms.
When Is the Best Time to Visit Barcelona?
The weather can be important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful:
- The hottest months are typically August and July, while January and February are the coldest months
- January-March: Daytime temperatures average 62° F and nighttime temperatures average 43° F
- April-June: 80° F is the daytime average and 50° F is the nighttime average
- July-September: Daytime averages are around 82° F and nighttime averages are around 62° F
- October-December: The average temperatures are 73° F during the day and 44° F at night
- Average rainfall is 23.39 inches in a year
What Can I Do in Barcelona?
Depending on your interests, you might appreciate these places to visit:
Top Sights- Palau de la Musica Catalana
- Casa Batllo
- Sagrada Familia
- Montjuic
- Park Guell
- Mossen Costa i Llobera Gardens
- Gran Teatre del Liceu
- National Art Museum of Catalonia
- CosmoCaixa
Overall, Barcelona is known for its:
- Architecture
- Art
- Museums
- Monuments
- Shopping
- Churches
- Theater
How to Get to Barcelona and Around the Area
You can find the nearest airport in Barcelona (BCN-Barcelona Intl.), 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from the city center. An alternative is Gerona (GRO-Costa Brava), situated 47.3 mi (76.1 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transit at Parc de Montjuic Station, Paral-lel Station, and Liceu Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, take a train from Barcelona Placa de Catalunya Station, Plaça de Catalunya Station, or Barcelona Paseo de Gracia Station.
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