Central and Basic Universitat

City-center hostel within easy reach of La Rambla

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Central and Basic Universitat puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of La Rambla and Rambla de Catalunya. Also, Plaça de Catalunya and Barcelona Cathedral are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sant Antoni Station is 4 minutes and Universitat Station is 6 minutes.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (4)

  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
CA $106
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
Shower, toilet paper
Economy Single Room
Economy Single Room
Economy Single Room

Economy Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
Shower, toilet paper
Superior Twin Room
Superior Twin Room
Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
Shower, toilet paper
Twin Room, Balcony, City View
Twin Room, Balcony, City View
Twin Room, Balcony, City View

Twin Room, Balcony, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
Shower, toilet paper
Superior Single Room, Balcony, City View
Free WiFi
Superior Single Room, Balcony, City View

Superior Single Room, Balcony, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
Shower, toilet paper
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed
Free WiFi
Shower, toilet paper

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Shower, toilet paper
Standard Twin Room
Standard Twin Room
Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
Shower, toilet paper
Superior Double Room
Shower, toilet paper
Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

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Calle Joaquin Costa 44, 2-1, Barcelona, Barcelona, 08001

What's nearby

  • La Rambla - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Plaça de Catalunya - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Barcelona Cathedral - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Passeig de Gràcia - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Casa Batllo - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 35 min drive
  • Plaça de Catalunya Station - 11 min walk
  • Barcelona Paseo de Gracia Station - 11 min walk
  • Barcelona (YJD-Barcelona-France Train Station) - 26 min walk
  • Sant Antoni Station - 4 min walk
  • Universitat Station - 6 min walk
  • Placa Catalunya Station - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bismillah Kebabish - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Two Schmucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Piscis Copas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Cobra - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Dog Is Hot - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Central and Basic Universitat

Central and Basic Universitat puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of La Rambla and Rambla de Catalunya. Also, Plaça de Catalunya and Barcelona Cathedral are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sant Antoni Station is 4 minutes and Universitat Station is 6 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 24 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 20 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Fees & policies

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 7.70 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Towels are available for an extra charge of EUR 4 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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.
Property Registration Number HB-000701

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Central and Basic Universitat?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Central and Basic Universitat?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Central and Basic Universitat.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Central and Basic Universitat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Central and Basic Universitat?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Barcelona (9-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Central and Basic Universitat and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include La Rambla (8-min walk) and Plaça de Catalunya (11-min walk), along with Barcelona Cathedral (13-min walk) and Casa Batllo (0.8 mi).

What's the area around Central and Basic Universitat like?

Central and Basic Universitat is in Downtown Barcelona, a short 4-minute walk from Sant Antoni Station and 8 minutes' walk from La Rambla.

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