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Amistat Beach Hostel Barcelona

A sociable beach hostel in Barcelona's Poblenou district, with free Wi-Fi, a rooftop solarium, and a game area.

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Rooftop solarium and terrace
  • Game area with video games
8.6 Great 3345 reviews Booking.com 8.6 · 3345 reviews

About

Amistat Beach Hostel Barcelona

Amistat Beach Hostel Barcelona sits in the Poblenou district, about a 25-minute walk from Ciutadella Park. The hostel offers a solarium, a rooftop terrace, and a game area, with Wi-Fi available throughout. It's a medium distance from Poblenou's main attractions, making it a convenient base for exploring Barcelona.

Rooms range from shared dormitories (4-bed mixed, 5-bed mixed, 6-bed female, 8-bed mixed) to private quadruple rooms, all with bunk beds and ensuite or shared bathrooms. Each room comes with a coffee machine, heating, and air conditioning. Guests can use the communal kitchen, which includes cookware, a washing machine, and a dryer, plus a sitting area with a flat-screen TV and video games.

  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Beachfront location in Poblenou — A short walk to the beach and metro, with supermarkets and cafes nearby.
  • Social atmosphere with activities — Guests can join beach picnics, salsa dancing, pub crawls, and cooking lessons, plus free dinner and pasta.
  • Clean and comfortable rooms — Guests consistently note clean facilities and comfortable beds, with air conditioning and coffee machines in each room.
  • Friendly and helpful staff — From travel tips to personal assistance, staff are frequently highlighted for going above and beyond.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Shared dormitories with bunk beds — Most rooms are shared dormitories with bunk beds, which may not suit travelers seeking private accommodations.
  • Narrow space between beds — Some guests found the space between beds to be a bit narrow, which might affect comfort in dorms.
  • No pets allowed — Travelers with pets cannot bring them to this hostel.
  • Check-in window ends at midnight — Check-in is only available from 14:00 to 23:59, which may be inconvenient for late-night arrivals.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Bed 8-Bed Dormitory Room Ensuite

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Bed 8-Mixed Bed Dormitory Room

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Landscape view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

Quadruple Room Bathroom

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Bunk Bed 5-Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • 1 Bunk bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Video games
  • In-room computer

Kitchen & Dining

  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Outdoor dining area

Laundry & Cleaning

  • Ironing facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Room Amenities

  • Free toiletries
  • Curtains
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower
  • Bathtub (in some rooms)

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.6
Great 3345 reviews

Guest-rated 8.6/10 from 3,345 reviews

Booking.com · 8.6 · 3345 reviews
8.6Verified guest

“Great staff, fun activities, delicious free dinner, clean rooms, excellent location near the beach and metro. Can't wait to come back!”

8.6Verified guest

“Clean, helpful staff, comfortable beds, great breakfast.”

8.6Verified guest

“Comfortable and cozy atmosphere at Amistat Beach. We loved the cool design of our sweet suite apartment. Great location, just minutes from the beach, metro, supermarket, and cafes. The breakfast was nice and worth the money. I'd recommend this hostel for a enjoyable stay.”

8.6Verified guest

“It's a great hostel. Everything is made for a comfortable stay. Varied and tasty breakfast. Staff is friendly.”

8.6Verified guest

“Comfortable kitchen area. Design. Great breakfast. Good location. Next to a nice beach. Metro in walking distance.”

8.6Verified guest

“I had a fantastic stay at this beachfront hostel. The location is excellent, just a short walk to the beach and close to the metro station. The room was clean and comfortable, with free Wi-Fi and a great view from the window. The staff provided great service throughout my stay and there were plenty of activities to join, like the beach picnic and salsa dancing. The common areas were spacious and well-equipped, with a sun terrace and a large common room. I also enjoyed the free pasta in the kitchen.”

04 — Location

Getting around Barcelona

The property sits in Barcelona.

Beach: The hostel is a short walk from Mar Bella beach, with a quieter vibe than the central city beaches.

Poblenou: The neighborhood behind the hostel offers a more local feel, with eateries and a relaxed pace away from the tourist crowds.

Metro access: The nearby metro makes it easy to reach central Barcelona landmarks like Ciutadella Park, about a 25-minute walk away.

C\/ Amistat, 21-23, Barcelona, Catalonia, 8005, Spain

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
20 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.

Are pets allowed at the hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Does the hostel offer Wi-Fi?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the hostel and in the rooms.

What type of rooms are available?

The hostel offers mixed and female dormitories (4, 5, 6, and 8 beds) as well as quadruple rooms, all with bunk beds and either ensuite or shared bathrooms.

Is there a kitchen available for guests?

Yes, the hostel has a communal kitchen equipped with cookware, an electric kettle, a dining table, and a washing machine, plus complimentary pasta.

Are there common areas for socializing?

Yes, there is a rooftop terrace and solarium, a game area with video games, and a large common room.

The bottom line

Amistat Beach Hostel Barcelona is a solid choice for travelers who prioritize a social, beach-adjacent stay with plenty of activities. The friendly staff and clean facilities are consistently praised, though the hostel's dorm-style rooms and late check-in limit may not suit everyone.

8.6Best for sociable travelers who want a beach base with organized activities.

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