What is the cost of a hostel in Barcelona?

$92/night is an average price for a hostel in Barcelona throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in June is the most expensive month to book, and in August is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Barcelona hostels for as low as $27/night. In general, Barcelona hostels for $52 or less are a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Barcelona?

Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Barcelona is Onefam Paralelo. 1,509 users from HotelsCombined gave the Onefam Paralelo a 9.5/10 rating.

What hostel is closest to Barcelona-El Prat Airport?

The closest Barcelona hostel to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is Hostal Sans, which is 9.7 km away.

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, 35% of HotelsCombined users looking for Barcelona hostels searched within Eixample. St Christopher's Inn Barcelona is a popular hostel in Eixample if you choose to stay in the area.

What is the most popular hostel in Barcelona closest to Barcelona City Hall?

Hostal Levante Barcelona happens to be the most popular Barcelona hostel near Barcelona City Hall among our users. The Hostal Levante Barcelona has a current rating of 8.0 from 6,271 HotelsCombined travellers. Barcelona City Hall is also conveniently located just 0.1 km from this hostel.

Should I stay in a Barcelona hostel?

Aside from the fact that Barcelona hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Barcelona.

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

3 hostels in Barcelona currently have “Pool” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Toc Hostel Barcelona, which is the most popular hostel in Barcelona with this amenity.

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Travel insights for hostels in Barcelona

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Barcelona?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Barcelona is March ($121). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Barcelona is July ($199).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Barcelona is Sunday ($117). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $197.

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 $104 per night.

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Top-rated Barcelona hostels

These Barcelona properties are among the highest rated by our users. Make sure to read hostel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.

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Ronda Sant Pere, 56, Barcelona, Spain

0.8 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

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$245

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Discover well-known properties in Barcelona that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 8,951 hotels in Barcelona and price data was last updated on 16 September 2025. The average price for a hotel in Barcelona is $92/night.

These hostels are among the most popular places to stay for users visiting Barcelona. If you're not finding the hostel you're looking for and have flexibility with dates, try adjusting the search form at the top of the page for more options.

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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 month to book a hostel in Barcelona?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Barcelona is March ($121). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Barcelona is July ($199).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Barcelona is Sunday ($117). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $197.

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 $104 per night.

Top-rated Barcelona hostels

Browse through properties in Barcelona that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 8,951 properties in Barcelona and data was last updated on 16 September 2025.

These Barcelona properties are among the highest rated by our users. Make sure to read hostel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.

Cheapest hostels in Barcelona, Spain

At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Barcelona. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.

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Where to stay in Barcelona

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Barcelona to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 16 September 2025.

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Facts about staying in Barcelona

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