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Central and Basic Universitat

1-star hotel Great Calle Joaquin Costa 44, 2-1, Barcelona, BARCELONA, 08001, ES
Central and Basic  Universitat
Central and Basic  Universitat
Central and Basic  Universitat
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM

About Central and Basic Universitat

Set in the lively Ciutat Vella District, next to the MACBA Museum, it is 5 minutes’ walk from Plaça Universitat Square. Decorated with bright colors, all the rooms come with single beds which can be joined together and some have a private bathroom with shower. Free toiletries are also provided. Central & Basic Universitat is surrounded by a wide range of shops and supermarkets. You can find some of the trendiest restaurants and bars of the city in a 5-minute walk. The Ramblas and Boquería Market are 2625 feet away and you can walk to Plaça Catalunya Square in about 10 minutes’ walk. El Prat Barcelona Airport is 30 minutes by public transport. Regular buses leave from a bus stop located just 2625 feet away. License Number(s): HB-000701

Amenities

  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

3.9 / 5
Great 836 reviews
  • Engine customer May 2026

    The stuff are friendly all of them, thanks also to marta , Hostel is clean, most positive thing is location near to everything Honestly with that price all good, would be pregerable if a bit lower in price

  • Engine customer May 2026

    The only time I meet anyone working there he was great. Wish he was there when I had an issue. Mold on the mattress and bent mattress frame. Management saying I needed to let them know but anyone changing sheets would know. They flipped the mattress because of the stain so they knew.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Nothing

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Martha & Ariel

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    I could hear absolutely everything from the corridors. anyone walking by, the snores from the next room, etc. I know this was a hostel like experience but I had a single room, I was expecting a bit of more quietness and I got the hostel sharing room experience anyway, so I did not like that. not an issue with the place itself, it was not up to my expectation.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Sign in was super easy, staff get an 11/10. Walls are a little thin so you can hear your neighbors, but everything quieted down when it was quiet hours so it worked fine.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    There is no breakfast included and there is no kitchen Need an improvement

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    There were problems with hot water (we had a private bathroom), the only window was opened in an interiour courtyard (kind of) and it always smelled bad, there was no way to have fresh air in the room, it was always smoke, or bad odors from the bathrooms. There is absolutely no storage for anything (clothes, bathroom items or anything else)

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    We stayed in a private room at this hostel. It was perfectly sufficient for two people. One of the highlights for us was the security. We initially had some concerns, but it turned out to be very good. There were cameras at the entrance, and we also appreciated having a camera near our room, which made us feel safe throughout our stay. There is just one small point we would like to mention. There were only three hangers available for clothes, and the hanging space itself was quite limited. It’s a minor detail, but something that could easily be improved. We hope this can be considered for future guests.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    Very friendly and accommodating staff

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    It was a bit cold and no window

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    The neighbourhood was excellents, near the metro, Placa Catalunya, good food around. The pressure in the 1st floor showerr could’ve been better.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    The noise, that it's easy to hear your neighbors.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    The price was good, the shared ammenities (in my opinion) suprisingly clean, the room was larger than expected (also clean) and the bed quite comfy. Earplugs were provided I'm a light sleeper and you hear the next room and the hallway (opening doors, talking, ...). It was fine with earplugs, during my stay there I didn't hear anything excessively loud (such as loud music).

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    The female employee at reception was very friendly. The shared bathroom was not always clean specifically in the afternoon. The checkout hour is too early for 10:00 am.

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    no wifi

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Loved the neighborhood, great price, friendly staff

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    The floors and facilities were not clean. Our room was sticky from the humidity and hot throughout the day and night because the air conditioner did not work. The room also had a smell to it and leaving the window open did not get rid of the smell. The street it is on is very loud until late into the night and early morning.

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Location - it is in the center - not the best street (in term of cleanliness) I was disappointed with my stay. The photos of the room were quite misleading — in reality, it looked much older and less comfortable. It didn’t meet my expectations based on what was shown online. However, the location is good; it’s in the city center and close to everything.

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Shared facilities were clean. It could get a little loud at night as the hostel is located in a busy neighborhood

Frequently asked questions about Central and Basic Universitat

Does Central and Basic Universitat have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Central and Basic Universitat offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Central and Basic Universitat offer parking?
On-site parking is not listed at Central and Basic Universitat. Public parking may be available nearby.
Does Central and Basic Universitat have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Central and Basic Universitat does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Barcelona, see business hotels in Barcelona.
Does Central and Basic Universitat have a fitness center?
Central and Basic Universitat does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Central and Basic Universitat located, and how walkable is the area?
Central and Basic Universitat is located at Calle Joaquin Costa 44, 2-1, Barcelona, BARCELONA 08001. With a Walk Score of 100, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

House rules

Check in2:00 PM
Check out10:00 AM

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