In the heart of Barcelona, Hip Karma Hostel offers a convenient stay near Plaça de Catalunya and iconic landmarks like Casa Batllo. With free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and helpful multilingual staff on hand to assist with tour tickets or area transportation.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (10)
Near the beach
Area shuttle
Air conditioning
Computer station
Microwave in a common area
Refrigerator in a common area
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home (6)
Separate dining area
Living room
Television
Laundry facilities
Elevator
Hair dryer
The current price is CA $707
CA $707
CA $798 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Room options
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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite
Highlights
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2017
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
20 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Triple Room (External Private Bathroom)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Living room
10 sq m
Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds
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Room, Shared Bathroom (Private - for 12 people)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Living room
20 sq m
Sleeps 12
6 Twin Bunk Beds
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Triple Room, Ensuite
Highlights
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Living room
15 sq m
Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds
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Room, Shared Bathroom (Private - for 4 people)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Living room
15 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Bunk Beds
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Shared Dormitory (6 people)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Living room
City view
15 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Shared Dormitory (8 people)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Living room
City view
25 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Shared Dormitory (12 people)
Highlights
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Living room
Desk
City view
35 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Room, Shared Bathroom (Private-for 8 people)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Living room
City view
25 sq m
Sleeps 8
4 Twin Bunk Beds
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Twin Room (External Private Bathroom)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Living room
10 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Room, Shared Bathroom (Private-for 6 people)
Room, Shared Bathroom (Private-for 6 people)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Living room
City view
15 sq m
Sleeps 6
3 Twin Bunk Beds
View all photos for Room, Shared Bathroom (Private-for 5 people)
Room, Shared Bathroom (Private-for 5 people)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Living room
City view
15 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
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Barcelona (YJD-Barcelona-France Train Station) - 13 min walk
Urquinaona Station - 3 min walk
Arc de Triomf Station - 7 min walk
Tetuan Station - 8 min walk
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Nømad Coffee Lab & Shop - 3 min walk
Casa Lolea Barcelona - 3 min walk
52 Café - 3 min walk
Flax & Kale Passage - 4 min walk
La Malcriada Brunch - 1 min walk
About this property
Hip Karma Hostel
Hip Karma Hostel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Arc de Triomf and Plaça de Catalunya. Also, La Rambla and Barcelona Cathedral are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Urquinaona Station is 3 minutes and Arc de Triomf Station is 7 minutes.
Languages
English, Russian, Spanish, Urdu
At a glance
Hotel size
5 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
This property’s front desk is closed from November 1-February 28. During this time, guests must contact the property at least 45 minutes prior to arrival to arrange check in.
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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 15
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol allowed onsite
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Food and drink
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2008
Beaux Arts architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Lever door handles
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
What to enjoy
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Freshen up
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Shared accommodations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: EUR 5
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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 6.60 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.
Optional extras
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Hip Karma
Hip Karma Barcelona
Hip Karma Hostel
Hip Karma Hostel Barcelona
Hostel Hip Karma
Karma Hostel
Hip Karma Hostel Barcelona, Catalonia
Hip Karma Hotel Barcelona
Hip Karma Hostel Barcelona
Hip Karma Hostel Barcelona
Hip Karma Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hip Karma Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Barcelona
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Hip Karma Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hip Karma Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hip Karma Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hip Karma Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge.
Is there an onsite casino at Hip Karma Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Barcelona (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hip Karma Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.
What's the area around Hip Karma Hostel like?
Hip Karma Hostel is in Downtown Barcelona, a short 3-minute walk from Urquinaona Station and 9 minutes' walk from Plaça de Catalunya.
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Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2025
PRAMOD
PRAMOD, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Dec 31, 2024
Alejandra
Alejandra, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2024
Chris was very accommodating, location was excellent and the rooms had beautiful high ceilings and great facilities. Would definitely come back here next time I’m in Barcelona on the basis of incredible customer service alone.
Emma
Emma, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 12, 2024
The place location is good and clean. What bothered me most was because it doesn't tell you that the private bathroom aren't attached to the room, you have to walk to use it, . Everything else is nice
Raed
Raed, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2024
TOTALMENTE RECOMENDABLE!
Excelente y cómoda habitación para 3 personas con baño privado y balcón cerrado con mesa.
Una excelente experiencia!
Muy cerca de todo, del metro, de supermecado, cafés, restaurantes y sitios de interés.
Laura y Xavi, nos brindaron apoyo y soporte siempre que lo requerimos.
Laura
Laura, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2024
Lina
Lina, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2024
Very good in general, big room, nice bathroom, comfortable bed
Victor
Victor, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2024
Great find
Great set up for the private rooms. Clean, modern, comfortable. The window overlooking the street does let in sounds when people are being loud on the street. It was fine during our stay though.
Luc
Luc, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 27, 2024
Want sheets? That’s an extra charge. A Towel, that’s extra too. Want to secure your items in the locker, use the laundry? All that’s extra. All you get is a bed and mattress for the cost.
There are 3 Toilets and sheets for men and 3 for women, so when the hostel is full you will have to wait.
nathan
nathan, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
Johnathon
Johnathon, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
Paul
Paul, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2024
Very nice stay for the money, the room got very hot but that was a minor issue, they look after your bags for the rest of the day after checking out and they allowed us to check in at 2.30 am free of charge
Dylan
Dylan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2024
Great place!
We had 5 nights in Barcelona.
Comfortable beds, very quiet, great staff, excellent location!! We appreciated the air conditioning too. We would definitely stay here again - thanks!
Pierre
Pierre, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2024
Overall the location is ideal and convenient
Edwin
Edwin, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Apr 25, 2024
Hip Karma Hostel was a great place to stay! We were a group of 14 people so booked the 8 bed and 6 bed rooms (both private - only us). The bathrooms are shared with everyone in the hostel but we had no issues with this - they were kept clean and tidy, and no queues. The only issue we had was that you have to pay for bedding (not included on booking), and even though we booked the whole room, we weren’t allowed a key to the bedroom. The person at reception had to keep opening the bedroom door for us every time. Luckily there is someone on reception 24/7, but for security reasons, it was a bit uncomfortable as anyone could say they are in that room. But overall, a great stay and would come again as a big group.
Rachel
Rachel, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2019
Rustic and Nice.
The booking was very last minute. It’s a nice place that’s a bit rustic and bohemian but not a people factory like other hostels in the area. The staff are very nice. There’s a kitchen to cook if you wish and a great terrace in the back of the building.
christopher
christopher, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Aug 2, 2019
I recommend it
* Location: Easy walk from bus drop off and the center of town and other locations. Address is odd because you need to round the corner a bit to find the entrance. Tons of markets and restaurants everywhere. Health food diagonally across street. You'll need a flashlight or phone to get through the hall after entering.
* Interior: Very modern. 24 hour staff. Computers available. Staff helpful. Cleaned every day but with so many people could use more.
* Beds: Typical bunk beds with personal light and charger and curtains. Comfy if industrial, Sheets provided. Wifi strong in bed area
* Cons: Typical hostel. People might be loud or snore. I had a good stay with caretaker asking people to quiet down and no one snoring in my 6 plex
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Sep 29, 2018
Cédric
Cédric, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 5, 2018
Great location but awful bathroom
Perfect location although not easy to find as no sign on building, just number. Bed very uncomfortable, sheets rough. Curtains on the beds allow privacy but guests appeared more disrespectful and disruptive when they can’t see you’re there. The bunk rattled so much when another guest was on the bed above me. Jolted awake very time she moved. Female bathroom was awful, right next to kitchen so you have to walk past the whole hostel just to get there. Door was constantly wedged open because of lack of aircon so there was no privacy. No space to change, broken shower doors. No toilet roll for most of my stay. Overall it was very clean and the staff were nice, but zero comfort.
Rach
Rach, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2017
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Oct 30, 2016
Comfortable hostel close to Plaça de Catalunya. Friendly staff.
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Sep 12, 2016
I will NOT recommends this hotel to anyone!
Leonie
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Sep 10, 2016
Meh.
First of all, I'm not the hostel-type of person - that was my first and most probably last hostel experience per se. Let me start by saying that the staff was very friendly and helpful so that's already a big positive. The rest however.. not so much. The "hostel" is just a flat equipped with bunk-beds distributed across 4-5 rooms. All the rooms are facing the street and consequently there's a lot of street noise coming in from cars and busses. The street on the corner is also at an intersection so it's 2x the noise. The rooms are very spartan - basically only a bunch of bunk beds against the walls. The bunk beds had curtains so that's somewhat positive, however they were fairly uncomfortable to the point that I had back pain in the morning. I didn't really feel like I can relax. If you are a hostel-type of person maybe that's a perfectly acceptable hostel, but I don't think I'd stay there (or in any hostel) again.
Filip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Aug 21, 2016
Nicest staff and friendly atmosphere
I stayed for 2 weeks in august.
Really friendly staff and 24-hour reseption. Cleaned often, and the bathrooms were nice :-) the Internett connection was really good. Possible to cook dinner in the kitchenette.
You have to pay for bed sheats, I wish that was included, and a lock. It's easiest to bring your own lock for the drawer.
The nicest hostel I have stayed in so far! Would recommend this room for everyone!
Maria
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jul 6, 2016
Bathrooms not cleaned during 2 days!
Location was very good