Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona

2.5 star property
Hostal near Plaça d'Espanya in Barcelona

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and large windows with curtains.
Reception
Flat-screen TV
Double Room | Living area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Avinguda Parallel, 119, Barcelona, 08004
  • Place, Plaça d'Espanya
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, La Rambla
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaça de Catalunya
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Barcelona (BCN-Barcelona Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

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

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Interior)

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

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About the area

Barcelona

Heart of Barcelona.With a stay at this El Poble-sec hostal, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Plaça d'Espanya and 2 miles (3 km) of La Rambla. Barcelona Cathedral and Plaça de Catalunya are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Plaça d'Espanya - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fira de Barcelona Montjuïc - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • La Rambla - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Montjuïc - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Plaça de Catalunya - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Poble Sec Station - 2 min walk
  • França Station - 4 min drive
  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona

Hostal near Plaça d'Espanya in Barcelona
As a guest of Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona also features concierge services, express check-out, and a front-desk safe.

This Barcelona hostal is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Barcelona hostal provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number HB-002851

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more 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

How close is Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona to the airport?

Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona is 10.1 mi (29-min drive) away from the Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona?

As of Jul 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona on Jul 12, 2026 start from CA $153, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona.

How close is Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona to the beach?

This hostal is 2.2 mi (16-min drive) from Barceloneta Beach and 13.9 mi (31-min drive) from Castelldefels Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona offer free breakfast?

Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona?

No, there is no casino at this hostal, but Casino Barcelona (6-min drive) is nearby.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona?

Free parking is not available at this hostal.

Does Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona have a pool?

Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona does not have a pool.

Does Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostal.

How close is Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona to downtown Barcelona?

Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona is 1 mi away from Barcelona.

Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 212 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

The Staff was really nice and helpful, the room small but cozy and clean. The location was perfect, easy access to public transportation and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel had an excelente location, a bit loud at night but the comfy beds made up for it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ENRICO

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

HAOYU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and friendliest staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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

6/10 Okay

Vishnu Chandan

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

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

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

Fred

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is well positioned to explore the city, close to public transport
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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

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

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

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great and I would definitely stay here again ! The area around it is a little more urban and it looks kinda sketchy on the outside, but the inside is fantastic for the price !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
central location , found easily, helpful staff responses
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was small but comfortable and very clean. The coffee in the lobby was a nice addition. The location was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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 traveller

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