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Free Hostels Barcelona

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Passeig de Gràcia

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Breakfast area
1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Lobby
Interior
Free Hostels Barcelona is centrally located, making La Rambla easily accessible. Travelers enjoy practical amenities: laundry facilities, free in-room WiFi, and 24-hour front desk staff who assist with tours, tickets, and luggage storage.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Dormitory (bed in -4 mix bed private room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory (Bed in- 4 Female Bed Private Room) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (Bed in- 4 Female Bed Private Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (Bed in- 6 Female Bed Private Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Economy Double Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Sextuple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Double Room (extra bed) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (extra bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Double Room, Balcony | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Individual Room with Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Individual Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory (Bed in -4 mix bed with shared bathroom)

Shared Dormitory (Bed in -4 mix bed with shared bathroom) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (Bed in -4 mix bed with shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Carrer Londres 20, Barcelona, 08029

What's nearby

  • La Rambla - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Passeig de Gràcia - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Plaça de Catalunya - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Camp Nou - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Sagrada Familia - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Francesc Macià Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Barcelona-Sants Station - 15 min walk
  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafeteria Mari - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Cafè de les Paraules - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪L'aixopluc - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪THE FOOD TRUCK STORE - BARCELONA - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafeteria Hospital Universitari Sagrat Cor - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Free Hostels Barcelona

Hostel near Rambla de Catalunya
Close to Plaça d'Espanya, Free Hostels Barcelona provides amenities like laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A vending machine, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Free Hostels Barcelona boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (EUR 25 per night); reservations required; discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive key retrieval information
This property is located in the city's Low Emission Zone; only low-emission vehicles are permitted to enter. Guests with non-Spanish license plates must register their vehicle with the city in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 3 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 3 are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per vehicle (one way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 25 per night(656 ft away; open 24 hours)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Children 3 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Free Hostels Barcelona Hostel
Free Hostels Hostel
Free Hostels
Free Hostels Barcelona Catalonia
Free Hostels Barcelona Barcelona
Free Hostels Barcelona Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Free Hostels Barcelona Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Barcelona

Frequently asked questions

Is Free Hostels Barcelona pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Free Hostels Barcelona?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Free Hostels Barcelona?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Free Hostels Barcelona provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs at scheduled times. A fee of EUR 35 per vehicle applies.

Where is Free Hostels Barcelona located?

Located in Eixample, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Avinguda Diagonal, Rambla de Catalunya, and Casa Milà. Passeig de Gràcia and La Rambla are also within 2 mi (3 km). Francesc Macià Tram Stop is 7 minutes by foot and Entenca Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Free Hostels Barcelona Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 196 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a really great stay. Everyone was very helpful. The area was also really good.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shameka

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay, especially the staff. They were awesome
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Mariam

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good/cheap option to sleep close to Sants station
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hostel. Bathroom could be cleaner. Very well located.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rodolfo

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The place is in a very tired condition. The showers have plenty of black mould. The neat fotos were taken long ago.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A cheap and reliable option!

The staff was helpful, allowing me some flexibility in storing my bags. There was a lounge that was comfortable and convenient, the room was quiet, secure, and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Nigar

Disliked: Cleanliness
Pro: Good location. Kitchen has all needed utensils. Working air conditioner. Clean bedsheet and guest toothbrush. Contra: worst matress ever on the extra bed (in 3 bed room) and very small room for 3 (quite okay for 2 people). Uncomfortable and not so clean shower and bathroom and the room itself full with dust. No soap in the bathroom. Asked to keep for 5-6hrs our luggage (3 medium sized backpacks and 1 hand luggage) and were charged for it, which would he totally okay and even good option untill i witnessed more than 1 person kept their bags and luggage(more than 1 and for longer than 2-3 hrs) and they were not charged anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

PENG

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tiny place. Will not come again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Liliane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For just one night, the hostel was ok. However, the room was very small for 6 beds. It was impossible to use the drawer under the bed if there was another person in the bed opposite. The bathroom sink was also very small with a cabinet above it that made it difficult to use the sink. The room next to the kitchen was not very quiet, as people were socializing there, which is to be expected. However, there could be a time limit. People talking loudly almost midnight is not nice. Despite being small, the facilities were clean. The staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yonnas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The wood pods are unsleepable. Bad air circulation. Pictures look way better online than in real life. I left my pod after 15 mins and never came back and will never come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Maura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff! The rooms, sharing areas and bathrooms were very small but everything was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Alberto

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No es acogedor, el personal no te ayuda en nada, te cobran por cada toalla, las habitaciones están sucias y siempre hay ruido
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, and good service. We booked a room with private bathroom, and it felt like staying in a hotel, but then you could cook and enjoy the benefits of a hostel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

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Fint hotel

OK hotel, primært rettet mod backpackers
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tayyab

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really kind staff , very clean hostel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Fermin

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very friendly and location is decent. Bathroom #5 needs some love as often there is water all over and the sink is extemelly small.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ISANA

女性4人部屋に宿泊。 ・清潔さや設備は一般的。 ・ロール式の仕切りがあるのでプライベート空間がある。 ・1人ずつの大きな収納があり、全長158㎝くらいのスーツケースも余裕で入ったので安全も保たれる。鍵は自分で用意したほうがよい。 ・タオルを借りるには3ユーロ支払った。 ・最寄りの地下鉄へは徒歩10分。やや遠いが大きな問題はない。バス停が 徒歩10分以内のところに約3 ・周囲は観光スポットではないが、地元民が暮らす治安のよい雰囲気でよかった。 有名なスーパーのmercadonaやコインランドリー、カフェやレストランも近い。 地下鉄で1駅で カタルーニャ広場などの主要な タオルを借りるには約3ユーロかかる。
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean simple room. I liked the nespresso machine in the lobby and the nightly dinner. Only sad that the balcony room didnt look like the picture. Neighbors could look directly into the bed. Staff was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ótima estadia.

Local limpou e organizado. Funcionários educados e colaborativos. Custo beneficio excelente.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Beds felt very private with a huge curtain. Location close to train and lots of cute restaurants/bars. Easy to get everywhere i wanted to go. Ensuite shower had a bit of a mold problem, but otherwise everything was great. Would book again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, functional and within walking distance of main train station.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Esther

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My First Hostel Experience – A Complete Nightmare This was my very first experience staying in a hostel – and unfortunately, it turned into a complete nightmare. Exactly what I was afraid of happened: I, a young woman, was placed in a room with five adult men. I was the only female in the room. As soon as I walked in, the room had a strong, unpleasant smell. I felt extremely unsafe and uncomfortable. I ended up crying and decided not to stay the night. Instead, I checked into another hotel while I waited for the staff to resolve the situation. What I find especially disrespectful is that they thought it was okay to put a young girl in an all-male room with men over 40, some of them made inappropriate comments toward me. How anyone thought that was a good idea is beyond me. I’m still traumatized by the experience and would never return to this hostel. To make things worse, the bathroom was filthy and had mold.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bien
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SADIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excelente por el precio. Personal amable y servicial
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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