What is the cost of a hostel in Barcelona?

On average, it’s $122/night for a hostel in Barcelona, though $84/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $35/night in Barcelona. Try to avoid booking your hostel in September (the most expensive month). Booking in October (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Barcelona?

With an average review score of 9.5 (out of 10) from 1,496 HotelsCombined users, Onefam Paralelo is considered the best Barcelona hostel.

What hostel is closest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

Hostal Sans is 9.7 km away from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, making it the closest Barcelona hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

What area of Barcelona is most popular to stay in?

Eixample is the most popular area of Barcelona to stay in. In the past year, 17% of HotelsCombined users looking for Barcelona hostels searched within Eixample. Yeah Barcelona Hostel is a popular hostel in Eixample if you choose to stay in the area.

What is the most popular hostel in Barcelona closest to Cathedral of Barcelona?

The most popular Barcelona hostel near Cathedral of Barcelona is Safestay Barcelona Gothic. Safestay Barcelona Gothic has a rating of 7.4/10 from 3,700 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.3 km from Cathedral of Barcelona.

Should I stay in a Barcelona hostel?

Hostels in Barcelona tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Barcelona hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

Does Barcelona have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

Yes, 5 Barcelona hostels list “Pool” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Barcelona with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Bcnsporthostels.

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What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Barcelona?

The cheapest day to stay in Barcelona is Thursday ($29). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $371.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Barcelona?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Barcelona. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $95 per night.

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Sleep Green - Certified Eco Youth Hostel

Ronda de la Universitat, 15, Barcelona, Spain

1.0 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$79

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Travel insights for hostels in Barcelona

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Barcelona including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Barcelona?

The cheapest day to stay in Barcelona is Thursday ($29). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $371.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Barcelona?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Barcelona. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $95 per night.

Top-rated Barcelona hostels

Browse through properties in Barcelona that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 9,118 properties in Barcelona and data was last updated on 2 September 2025.

Our users rated these Barcelona hostels among the best places to stay. Learn why these hostels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.

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Where to stay in Barcelona

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