Hostal River

It was practical and functional in a great location. Good value and clean

The staff and location is excellent. Everyone is friendly. The room was always clean. There is free wifi in every part of the hostel. I am definitely coming back!

Very well located, markets right across the road and metro station 3min away. Staff were extremely friendly and room was comfortable and big enough. Everything was kept clean at all times.

Mattresses were too soft, have us a bit of back pain. No lifts so be prepared to climb at least two flights of stairs.

The location is very close to the market La Boqueria, just beside the avenue La Rambla. To enter the main gate of the hostal, you have to ring even after checked in, which is not a problem because of its 24-hour reception and security. To enter the room, one has to go through the reception, making guests feel safer to stay in this thief-popular area. The room itself is more spacious than I expected. Facilities are clean. The staff are very welcoming and helpful, although they can't speak much English (if you can speak Spanish. That would not be a problem at all).

The staff at the night shift don't not really speak English, making the communication not going very smooth. No air-conditioning at the room, although a fan is instead offered.