Cheap hotels in Poble Sec, Barcelona
The three imposing chimneys that tower above this quiet area at the base of Montjuíc are a testament Poble Sec’s days as a gritty, 19th-century barrio, beyond the old walled city. But the industrial area has an artistic side, and was a major bohemian enclave—home to theaters, music clubs and a cava-fueled artistic set—in the first half of the 20th century. After a brief decline, it’s now experiencing an artistic resurgence, with theaters and classic music spots like the Apolo Club drawing “new bohemians” back to Poble Sec.
Today, Poble Sec retains a little of its original grit, but it’s also a friendly working-class sector that is fast becoming the next “it” neighborhood. There are a few good cafés and restaurants to be found among the theaters and music halls, and there are some fascinating historic sights as well. The neighborhood’s original water fountain (its name translates to “dry village” because it didn’t have water access until 1894) is still standing at C/Margarit, and a stretch of the medieval wall can still be seen at the end of Avinguda Para-lel, near the Gothic shipyards.
1HelloBCN Hostel Barcelona Hostel
Lafont, 8-10, Poble Sec
EuroCheapo Review: Situated in the up-and-coming area near the Apolo Club and the Paral-lel Metro stop, the HelloBCN is a primo hostel with spic-and-span rooms, great facilities and a fun, youthful vibe.... read review
$63
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Ramelleres 27, El Raval
EuroCheapo Review: Combining helpful service, clean rooms and a tasteful design, Eco Boutique Hostal Grau is a great find in a fantastic location.... read review
$63
3Itaca Hostel Hostel
Ripoll, 21, Barri Gotic
EuroCheapo Review: The Ítaca is a cozy-cool hostel offering 36 beds in four large sparkling shared rooms, perfect for backpackers and solo travelers.... read review
$63
4Hostal Girona Hostal
Girona, 24 1º-1ª, Eixample
EuroCheapo Review: Spotless and well-located, the 19-room Hostal Girona can offer good deals in the low season.... read review
$52
Pau Claris, 74 Primero, Eixample
EuroCheapo Review: What a crush we've got on this fantastic hostal! Staying in one of Goya's 19 tastefully decorated rooms is a visual treat.... read review
$73
6Fashion House Hostal
Bruc, 13 Principal, Eixample
EuroCheapo Review: This lovely eight-room hostal is located in a quiet residential area and lives up to its name with snazzy décor and tasteful furnishings.... read review
$52
Muntaner, 2, Eixample
EuroCheapo Review: The three-star Acta Splendid is located in a nice residential area of Barcelona, on the edge of the gay barrio, and close to the university.... read review
$98
Plaza del Angel, 12, Barri Gotic
EuroCheapo Review: The three-star Hotel Suizo offers a choice Gothic Quarter location and nicely designed rooms.... read review
$66
Ferran, 31, Barri Gotic
EuroCheapo Review: With a central location and great rates for every budget thanks to a choice of dorm or private rooms, Hostal Fernando is a keeper.... read review
$42
Diputacio, 346, Eixample
EuroCheapo Review: The Hostal Central is a cozy two-star pension siuated in a gorgeous "Modernista" building in the quiet yet central area of Right Eixample.... read review
$47
