Central and Basic Universitat puts you in a great location, within a short 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 only a short walk to public transportation: Sant Antoni Station is 4 minutes and Universitat Station is 6 minutes.
Calle Joaquin Costa 44, 2-1, Barcelona, Barcelona, 08001
What's nearby
La Rambla - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Plaça de Catalunya - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Barcelona Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.1 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
Piscis Copas - 1 min walk
La Cobra - 1 min walk
Two Schmucks - 1 min walk
Lucky Schmuck - 1 min walk
About this property
Central and Basic Universitat
Central and Basic Universitat puts you in a great location, within a short 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 only a short walk to public transportation: Sant Antoni Station is 4 minutes and Universitat Station is 6 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
24 rooms
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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
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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
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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
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking
No on-site parking
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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 steps to reach property
Room amenities
Freshen up
Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
Shower only
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Complimentary wireless Internet access (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 checkout. 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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number HB-000701
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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 on-site 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 on-site 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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Reviews
Central and Basic Universitat Reviews
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Cleanliness
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Amenities
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Staff & service
2.0
Property conditions & facilities
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4/10 Fair
16 May 2026
Edificio feo y deteriorado. Experiencia deprimente. Habitacion ruidosa en la noche. Estuve 3 noches y no cambiaron sabanas ni toallas.