87%Albareda Youth Hostel

Not the friendliest people. Also, booked a 4 bed room but they squeezed extra beds in over the weekend because they were full, so you're not really getting what you paid for. Not enough common area for people, so that everyone's forced to hang out in their rooms, which isn't great if some people... more Not the friendliest people. Also, booked a 4 bed room but they squeezed extra beds in over the weekend because they were full, so you're not really getting what you paid for. Not enough common area for people, so that everyone's forced to hang out in their rooms, which isn't great if some people want to sleep and some people want to party.close

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by grfeeny2158 – posted on Nov 24, 2008

3

just a bit noisy

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by Travelyou – posted on Nov 24, 2008

18

Small and friendly hostel, only problems are the kitchen (no stove or hot plates) and the fact that there are only 2 showers and two toilets, but they did seem to be in the middle of some reservations. Staff really friendly and helpful, decent location.

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by sketch – posted on Nov 24, 2008

3

Never stayed in a hostel before. but this was a very very pleasant experience. Very Clean / Very Nice staff / Good location!!

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by arjaeger2274 – posted on Nov 22, 2008

1

Zero complaints, definetly a great place to stay. Only thing is make sure to pay in cash or they'll charge you an additional hidden service charge for using the CC. Will definetly go back and stay there again, awesome place!

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by vwbunnylove629 – posted on Nov 22, 2008

5

Met many interesting people there and the place is realllly clean and cosy. The showers were a lilo too hot and internet a lilo too slow but all are working alright. I just love chilling out at the hostel. Everyone is so relaxed.

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by kenngoh1128 – posted on Nov 22, 2008

1

really nice place. the staff are great too. we got robbed on our first day in barcelona and one of the staff came with us to the police station to help us report it. watch out when you are in the subway! gypsies are everywhere there. but you dont see them steal your things, they are so sneaky.

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by melindaaltus9203 – posted on Nov 21, 2008

16

I've been in hostels all over the world and this one is up there with the best of them - really friendly :)

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by j-machale9536 – posted on Nov 19, 2008

1

They had some troubles putting us in the same room (5 girls), but its a great hostel. Breakfast is ok, location is really easy by metro 3 blocks from metro station. The staff is really good. But is a nice hostel we even ordered a pizza, watched a movie and played voleyball on the street. Nice place.

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by brisseyda-b8886 – posted on Nov 18, 2008

1

Clean, small, and quiet. The staff is incredibly helpful as well.

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by mnettum5152 – posted on Nov 17, 2008

1

So many posters of rules here!!!!!! The kitchen is a rice cooker and a microwave, so only one person can cook at a time. Location 5 mins from las ramblas.

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by kastro – posted on Nov 13, 2008

17

It is a quiet peacefully place. The staff are very friendly and helpfull. It is like a little family. It is no problem to go out the whole night. The reception is 24 hours open. Good breakfast, clean hostel, free Internet. This Hostel is specialy for Singel traveler a top house. It is really easy... more It is a quiet peacefully place. The staff are very friendly and helpfull. It is like a little family. It is no problem to go out the whole night. The reception is 24 hours open. Good breakfast, clean hostel, free Internet. This Hostel is specialy for Singel traveler a top house. It is really easy antmosphare and you can make friends easiliy. I was every Eventng with one or more people out from the hostel. I will come bacK! Barcelona is great!close

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by alainh – posted on Nov 12, 2008

1

Me encanto , excelente ubicacion, excelente servicio muy amables especialmente joel y aldo, el ambiente muy padre definitivamente lo recomiendo.

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by g2ce770 – posted on Nov 12, 2008

3

A perfect place to stay for people not interested in alcohol, drugs etc. A very good localization.

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by bartekstadnicki2061 – posted on Nov 12, 2008

1

The staff was so welcoming and inviting! They introduced themselves even if they hadn't been at the front desk when I checked in. They also had rules that made me feel extra safe. I loved this place!

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by mpgraffis8023 – posted on Nov 11, 2008

2

very nice hostel.all the staff were lovely and helpful.everything was nice and clean and free brekkie and internet was definitely handy

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by hollymeegan4964 – posted on Nov 6, 2008

5

Very clean, felt safe and very nice staff, everyone was very helpful. I loved how small it was, really made you feel more like youre at home

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by blackandwhitemax – posted on Nov 4, 2008

11

Lovely place to meet lovely people! Being there really made my Barcelona days fabulous!

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by florabazzo3517 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

1

Love this place, my home in Barcelona!!!

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by lizzie-d783172 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

13

hi.i had a good stay.thank you.

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by kasperiunaiteginte6851 – posted on Nov 2, 2008

2

The staff were really good, and it was nice to be in a smaller hostel.

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by chewy827972 – posted on Oct 31, 2008

28

Its a few blocks from the popular La Rambla. Free internet, TV, kitchen, washer/dryer, lots of travel books of spain barcelona and europe. Staff was very nice and friendly.

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by thomas3d5570 – posted on Oct 31, 2008

4

The staff at Albareda were very accommodating and welcoming. Rooms, bathrooms, and common spaces were clean and cozily furnished. Breakfast was also generous with plenty of toast, cereal, coffee, and tea. Like their website says, this is not the place to go if you want to get drunk with other... more The staff at Albareda were very accommodating and welcoming. Rooms, bathrooms, and common spaces were clean and cozily furnished. Breakfast was also generous with plenty of toast, cereal, coffee, and tea. Like their website says, this is not the place to go if you want to get drunk with other travelers. But it is a great place to meet new people and surely you can have drinks out in the city rather than your hostel room.close

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by wheressal2339 – posted on Oct 31, 2008

1

I had a great time. It was spotless, secure, a freindly atmosphere, and I couldn't imagine a better hostel.

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by rjw591454 – posted on Oct 30, 2008

1

The staff we extremely helpful and very accomodating. I would stay here again if i go back to Barcelona. There tends to be a lot of noise when setting up for breakfast which makes it hard to sleep in but besides that a great place to stay. The availablity of toilets and shower for men was fine... more The staff we extremely helpful and very accomodating. I would stay here again if i go back to Barcelona. There tends to be a lot of noise when setting up for breakfast which makes it hard to sleep in but besides that a great place to stay. The availablity of toilets and shower for men was fine but not enough for the women given the majority staying at the hotel were women.close

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by caseycent6220 – posted on Oct 29, 2008

3

The bathroom facilities were dreadful with no where to keep your clothes or even towel dry except outside the cubicle in the main bathroom which was exposed to the common room every time someone entered. There was also a huge issue with noise until 5am in the morning one night from the street...

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by eastlawr – posted on Oct 27, 2008

1

The organization could be better in my first day I staied in a room with 5 people and i paied to a room with 4. The room every time is open, so bad security! Good location near the main point in the city and near the beachs!

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by wtlmarco5476 – posted on Oct 26, 2008

6

This was my first time at a hostel and I was so relieved at how nice the place looked, how nice the staff was and how incredibly clean it was. They were always cleaning. It was a lifesaver to have a computer and some food in the morning.

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by sschastar4482 – posted on Oct 25, 2008

1

Such nice staff that help you with all queries about Barcelona! Clean rooms everyday and a nice small-hostel atmosphere where everybody gets to know eachother. Close to Las Ramblas (main street) as well. Great stay!!

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by cizza3939 – posted on Oct 25, 2008

9

The staff were so friendly and offered so much help, they also helped me with my Spanish! Mi gustar Albareda Youthhostel y Barcelona mucho mas.

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by sarahmaddock8586 – posted on Oct 24, 2008

4

really great hostel! one of the best I have stayed in in Europe! One pt to note is that there is no stove or oven even though they mention that there is a kitchen

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by oeager – posted on Oct 23, 2008

1

really nice hostel and most of the staff were amazing! it was a lovely small hostel, which means its super easy to meet people! the rooms were comfortable in size with nice comfy beds to match, would stay there again in a heartbeat!

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by CGarg2340 – posted on Oct 22, 2008

7

We had a great group there to begin with, but the common area just made it so easy to meet and hang out with new people. Very east to get to Las Ramblas, but also just far enough to be quiet. The only thing is that the kitchen does not have a stove so you can't really cook for yourself, but other...

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by rctriplett1056 – posted on Oct 22, 2008

6

Nice and cozzy little hostel where you feel at home and relaxed. The staff was very friendly and carring and the place was clean and secure. Will recomend this for all going to Barcalona looking for a simpel but comforting atmosphereto relax in!

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by majamunch8816 – posted on Oct 21, 2008

1

Please put insect screens for the windows, because the musquitos are VERY annoying! In this way people can savely let the windows opened during the night, and you do not have to turn on the airconditioning, so it saves you energy too.

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by evaoffer – posted on Oct 20, 2008

1

The staff were very helpful in guiding us about the place.The common area is inviting and bright and airy.had more breakfast options than other places we stayed in. centrally located. close to the metro station

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by pascalin-y7487 – posted on Oct 18, 2008

6

Hands down the best experience in a hostel I have ever had. Its clean, the people are nice, its super safe, and located in a great place. I absolutely loved the random people I met. You can't beat this place.

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by gso1826 – posted on Oct 15, 2008

1

the owner does not speak english or spanish and is generally spaced out/doesn't know whats going on. The rest of the staff however speak very clear english and spanish and are very nice. Overall a good hostel in a good location.

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by sunder300 – posted on Oct 14, 2008

3

Good location, very close to las ramblas. Had no problems with security. Not a place for couples, to much noise.

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by wrinehart – posted on Oct 13, 2008

5

Very helpful staff!!

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by madarabruvere6382 – posted on Oct 13, 2008

1