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Hostal River

Property class: 2.5

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A hallway with a potted plant and a wall-mounted leaf decoration.
A building with a barber shop and a hostel.
A hairdryer mounted on a wall with a mirror reflecting a room with a bed, a shelf, and a hanging coat rack.
A multi-story building with balconies, a street lamp, and a visible number '15' on the facade.
A staircase with a wooden handrail and a closed dark brown door with a brass handle.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

Explore the area

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Sant Pau 15, principal 2, Barcelona, Barcelona, 08001
  • Place, La Rambla
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Boqueria Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Barcelona Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Barcelona (BCN-Barcelona Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A room with two single beds, a wooden shelf with towels, a small table, and a wall-mounted picture.

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

A small, neatly arranged bedroom with a wooden headboard, a patterned bedspread, two bedside tables, and a blue chair.

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (1 Double and 1 Single)

A small, clean room with two single beds, a wooden table, and a window with blue curtains.

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom (1 Double and 1 Single)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room, Shared Bathroom

A small, single-bed room with a black headboard, white bedding, and a patterned blanket.

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Room, 3 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with two beds, a small wooden table, and a balcony with a view of the outside.

Triple Room, 3 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room, Private Bathroom

A small, single-bed room with a black headboard, white bedding, and a patterned blanket.

Single Room, Private Bathroom

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

A bedroom with two beds, a window with curtains, a balcony with a railing, and a small kitchenette area.

Double Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

A small, neatly arranged bedroom with a single bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a radiator.

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Barcelona

Hostal River places you in the centre of Barcelona, within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like La Rambla and Boqueria Market. Highlights at this hostal include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostal offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area and luggage storage. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Barcelona hostal include Barcelona Cathedral and Plaça de Catalunya.

What's nearby

  • La Rambla - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaça Reial - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Boqueria Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Barcelona Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Plaça de Catalunya - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Liceu Station - 2 min walk
  • Plaça de Catalunya Station - 13 min walk
  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪ArtiSa Barcelona - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cañete - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Güell Tapas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Irish Pub Temple Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hostal River

Hostal River offers its guests tour/ticket assistance and a microwave in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Barcelona hostal is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
Hostal River offers 24 accommodations with a hairdryer. This Barcelona hostal provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.
Housekeeping is not available on Thursdays, weekly. Limited services including trash collection and towel exchanges are still available on request.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number No, B67185330, 09409141010DF3801D0015IU, ES:B67185330, country:ES|stateProvince:España|city:Barcelona|address1:calle San Pablo 15|address2:principal|postalCode:08001, Spanish Commercial Registry, ES

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hostal River Pension
Hostal River Barcelona
Hostal River Pension Barcelona

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hostal River?

Hostal River offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostal River?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostal River on 13 Sept 2026 start from AU$172, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Hostal River?

The closest beach to Hostal River is Barceloneta Beach (1.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hostal River?

No, Hostal River does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hostal River?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hostal River?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hostal River Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 230 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

matias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Maria del Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic place for the center of Barcelona
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

pauline

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great location, no frills. Could do with an overhaul but we weren’t in the room that much as there is so much to see and do outside. The ladies on the desk were lovely but the older man was miserable as sin. Fantastic location on a budget..
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location and large rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Georgios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good price. Friendly staff, very clean, comfort bed-room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location : close to a lot of places. Staff very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Velande

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shashank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value in a fantastic location.

This is a family run gem right in the heart of the city. It will not be beaten on price and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Close to major attractions and shopping we found our stay there very pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, small balcony, walking distance to tourist attractions. Small shower stall. Comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is clean, good beds, hot water, close to everything, and very friendly reception
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Room was clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, just few minutes walk away from the busy La Rambla Boulevard & La Boqueria Market for food and shopping. Friendly staff, easy check in and out. Great value for the location, have a very homey feel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Due to recent reviews we almost booked else where and I’m very glad we didn’t. The room was great and spacious with a private bathroom and small patio. There was even a fan put in the room for us which helped at night. The location was great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Geertje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very basic, but clean and friendly people, always available to help.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a very well located, friendly, clean hostel. The prices are high for what it is, but that is Barcelona prices for you! Surprisingly quiet given its central location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Markus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, only 3 minutes away from the Ramblas and just 10 minutes away from Plaza Catalunya.Clean place, good price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ingibjörg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Good for short stay near the Rambla. Clean room and the staff is really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Li Mei

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It is situated in a continent place, easy access to everything, the metro station is just around the end of the alley,and the staff are friendly, showed me the way to get around to the bus stop.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
An ideal place to stay for a few nights to rest, centrally located to the key attractions within an hour walking distance, friendly staff and clean and tidy rooms and bathrooms. Just make sure to bring some sleeping earbuds with you when you get to sleep since the rooms are located in a noisy neighbourhood and be wary if you got heavy luggage since there are no lifts. Overall, I'd happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, good position, friendly

A clean guesthouse in a good position just off the seaward end of La Rambla. The staff were very polite and welcoming. Even though I cannot speak Catalan or Spanish, and they did not speak English, we managed to understand each other!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was very close to liceu metro 2 minutes walk 2 minutes to the ramblas and shops kfc and mcdonald's was 5 minutes walk the ramblas was very safe plenty of police walking about
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ok for hostal
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Hostal River has a great location in the city, very friendly staff and it was a great time off in Barcelona. The room was very basic but you had all the necessities there. The room was cleaned every day and we had no problems.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024