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Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona

2.5 star property
The charming terrace at this Barcelona hostal offers a peaceful retreat, while the helpful staff provides expert tour assistance for city exploration.

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Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona is centrally located, offering a terrace for relaxation after sightseeing. Enjoy in-room WiFi and convenient luggage storage for early arrivals. Guests consistently praise the attentive 24-hour front desk staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Triple Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Interior)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Barcelona, Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona is in the city center. Plaça d'Espanya and La Rambla are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Barceloneta Beach and Park Güell. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Camp Nou. Visit our Barcelona travel guide
Map
Avinguda Parallel, 119, Barcelona, 08004

What's nearby

  • Panoramic view on placa Espanya in Barcelona, Spain
    Plaça d'Espanya
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • La Rambla
    La Rambla
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
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    Montjuïc
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Plaza de Catalunya in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, Europe
    Plaça de Catalunya
    5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Barcelona Cathedral
    Barcelona Cathedral
    7 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Poble Sec Station
    2 min walk
  • Barcelona Paseo de Gracia Station
    3 min drive
  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Buenas Migas
    1 min walk
  • Il Caffé Di Francesco
    2 min walk
  • Bar Galicia
    2 min walk
  • Bar Gol
    2 min walk
  • La Pala
    1 min walk

About this property

Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona

Hostal near Plaça d'Espanya
Located close to La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya, Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona provides a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Express check-out, a water dispenser, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona include thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, 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

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 7.70 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.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number HB-002851

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

Property is also known as

Hostal Río Castro Barcelona
Hostal Río Castro
Río Castro Barcelona
Río Castro
Rio Castro Barcelona Barcelona
Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona Hostal
Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona Barcelona
Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona Hostal Barcelona

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona located?

Located in El Poble-sec, this hostal is within 1 mi (2 km) of Plaça d'Espanya, La Rambla, and Barcelona Cathedral. Plaça de Catalunya and Casa Milà are also within 2 mi (3 km). Poble Sec Station is only a 2-minute walk and Paral-lel Station is 7 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 202 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room. Would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent, walkable to Plaça de Espanya and Montjuic areas. All staff were super friendly. The triple room, however, was pretty small and the walls are very thin - you can hear people from the room beside. Bathroom was nice and modern, but lacked hangers and hand soap.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 2 nights, very clean, quiet, good location. It was close to the metro and bus stops, comfortable bed. Staff was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ENRICO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, beyond excellent service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Negative: Noisy. You can hear conversations from the next room. You can hear the plumbing when it's being flushed and when furniture is being moved. Positive: Good location, close to the Poble Sec metro station and cafes. Very friendly staff, clean place. Comfortable room and a common area where you can make tea and coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vishnu Chandan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location with many good dining options
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Clean hotel with friendly and helpful staff

Nice clean hotel in a very convenient location. Best price for basic lodging in Barcelona.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid hostel experience everything's worked well the staff was polite and helpful definitely recommended.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Noisy road near by, but a good location and good stuff here
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YOKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was very clean, no smell, and the surrounding area was also very clean. The staff were very friendly, and I was generally satisfied. The only minor drawback was that the room wasn't very soundproof, so it was easy to hear outside noises. However, for the price, I was very happy with the hotel. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

A great hostal

I enjoyed my time at this hostal. Friendly and helpful reception, spotlessly clean room and bathroom, comfortable bed, no street noise and effective air conditioning. The location was great for exploring Barcelona - close to metro and bus stops.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property location. The doom was clean and people were very helpful and attentive. Recommend to anyone who want to come and be in a nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GREGG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room is brief in size yet clean and comfortable. Plenty of walkable dining, many taxis about.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Had to lug luggage up two flights of stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was available at all times during my stay. The property was very clean and the room was very comfortable. The metro was right across the street and it was easy to get around from the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great place for a short stay.

Great place for a short stay. Very clean, close to everything. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The beds were relatively comfortable. The choice of pillows was not that great, but that can be a personal preference.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good location— especially using public transit. Friendly staff. Checkout was 11 am (pretty standard).
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Eunice

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not good: The trio room is very small. The walls are paper thin we can hear clearly the next room and upstairs people walking and talking. Almost no counter space. Bathroom has no hooks to hang clothes. Towels and linens are old. Good: Receptionists are friendly. Lobby has good tea bags, hot water kettle and coffee powder. Location is good. Walkable to city center and close to metro station.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

Price-worth Hostel

Friendly staff & very clean room - cleaner then spain average. Over all a good experience, but the mattress was pretty bad! (Foam-mattress)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and nice staff. Clean room. Thin walls and slow response when trying to reach the hotel through the Hotels.com app messenger. Other than that it was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a small safe location and family friendly. Very clean and easy to walk around since everything is very accessible. There was a weird musty smell from the restroom when the ventilation was off. Overall, it was a nice, safe and clean place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean, friendly staff. Room and bathroom were small, no elevators in property. We had to stay a night to fly next day. Use some cleaning product with strong scent which can aggravate anyone’s breathing issue
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Evelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Basic stay at a great location.

A cheap place to stay, it was clean and the location was good. Walking distance to most sightseeing spots in the city, affordable restaurants around. Metro station was close too. The room was very basic, the front desk too. Room gave impression of being 30 years behind today. No elevator might be good to know. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024