Single Room
- 1 Single bed
Guest house · Barcelona · Catalonia
Central And Basic Universitat For Young Hostel
A no-frills hostel in the heart of Barcelona, offering clean, basic rooms and easy self check-in.
- Self check-in available
- Central location
- No smoking on site
7.6
Very good
3977 reviews
Booking.com 7.6 · 3977 reviews
About
Central And Basic Universitat For Young Hostel
Central And Basic Universitat For Young Hostel is a 1-star guest house in the lively district of Barcelona, just off Joaquin Costa. It offers straightforward rooms, some with private bathrooms or balconies, and Wi-Fi in public areas.
Guests check in on their own between 14:00 and 23:59, and check out early from 04:00 to 10:00. The property is adults-only and does not allow pets or smoking on site.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Adults only
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Central location — Just off Joaquin Costa in the lively district, within walking distance of main attractions, cafés, and public transport.
- Clean rooms — Several guests noted the rooms were spotless, with private toilet options available.
- Easy self check-in — Guests appreciated the seamless self check-in process, ideal after a long journey.
- Friendly staff — Even with self check-in, staff were described as friendly and helpful.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Basic facilities — Facilities score is notably lower than other categories, and amenities are minimal.
- Adults only — The hostel does not accept children, which may not suit all travellers.
- No pets — Pets are not allowed on the property.
- Early check-out — Check-out is between 04:00 and 10:00, which may be early for some.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Balcony
Shared Bathroom Double Room
- 1 Double bed,2 Single beds
Private Bathroom Twin Room
- 2 Single beds,1 Double bed
- Private bathroom
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Wi-Fi
- No smoking on site
- Safe deposit box
- Security
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Policies
- Adults only
- No pets allowed
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.6/10 from 3,977 reviews
Booking.com · 7.6 · 3977 reviews
7.6Verified guest“Plenty of cheap meal options nearby.”
7.6Verified guest“Clean rooms with private toilet, backed by good service.”
7.6Verified guest“Self check-in was very convenient and made arrival hassle-free after a long trip.”
7.6Verified guest“Great location, just a short walk from everything we needed. The king room with shared toilet was reasonably spacious, and the staff were friendly and amazing.”
7.6Verified guest“Being in the city centre was a big plus.”
7.6Verified guest“Rooms with private toilet were a highlight.”
04 — Location
Getting around Barcelona
The property sits in Barcelona.
Around the hostel: The hostel sits on Joaquin Costa in Barcelona's lively district, close to cafés, attractions, and public transport. Guests praised the short walks to key sights.
Joaquin Costa, 44, Barcelona, Catalonia, 08001, Spain
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 04:00-10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 22 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is from 04:00 to 10:00.
Is parking available?
No parking information is provided for this property.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is smoking allowed on site?
No, smoking is not allowed on the property.
Are children allowed?
No, this is an adults-only property.
What amenities are available in the rooms?
Rooms vary: some have balconies or private bathrooms, but all are basic without listed extras like TVs or minibars.
The bottom line
A solid budget pick for travellers who want a clean, central base in Barcelona without frills. Self check-in and a lively location make it easy, but keep expectations low on facilities.
7.6A straightforward, well-located hostel for practical travellers.
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