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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 Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Interior)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Located in Barcelona, Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona is in the city centre. 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 match 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 - 1.1 km
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Montjuïc
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Las Ramblas featuring street scenes and a city as well as an individual male
    La Rambla
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Plaza de Catalunya in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, Europe
    Plaça de Catalunya
    5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Fira de Barcelona Montjuïc
    12 min walk - 1.1 km

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
  • La Pala
    1 min walk
  • Bar Gol
    2 min walk
  • La Crêpe
    2 min walk
  • Bar Galicia
    2 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 24-hour front desk and a water dispenser
  • A vending machine, concierge services and luggage storage
  • A front desk safe, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona feature comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, 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 transport

  • No on-site 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 lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

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 5.50 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 any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the 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 at Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona?

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?

Checkout 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.

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Reviews

Hostal Río de Castro Barcelona Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 200 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darian

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

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

10/10 Excellent

ENRICO

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

6/10 Okay

Vishnu Chandan

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

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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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).

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Ana Uribe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for three nights at the hostal and overall we had a great time. It is located in a busy avenue, so yes it can be a little noisy. But I am a light sleeper and can assure you that I slept comfortably without any issues. If you are a light sleeper some ear plugs could help. The place was clean and the beds were very comfortable. The staff were very nice and helpful and provided good recommendations. Would stay again when visiting Barcelona again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay at the Hostal😊! Staff are warm and friendly and location is a minute away from the Tube station, so well connected. The Hostal is facing a busy street, so very safe even at night, however it gets noisy with people walking and talking on the roads throughout the night. The rooms are clean and air conditioning works well, bathrooms are spacious and room service is available. The only problem we had was two 300ml bottles provided for our 3 night stay. There is a water dispenser in the common area, but only for immediate consumption, we cannot refill our bottles when we head out to explore Barcelona. Overall a great stay at a decent price!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024