Hostal Chic & Basic Tallers Barcelona is in the upper part of El Raval, at number 82, Carrer dels Tallers, almost at Plaça Universitat. It has contemporary decor with plenty of natural light and a shared area with free coffee. It suits couples and travellers who want to be between El Raval and the Eixample.
Location and getting around
Universitat Metro station (lines L1 and L2) is a few steps away. On foot, Plaça de Catalunya is about 10 minutes away, and so is Casa Batlló on Passeig de Gràcia.
If you are going to the Fira or Montjuïc, Plaça d’Espanya is about 30 minutes on foot or a few Metro stops. For the Sagrada Família, more than 2 km away, use the Metro.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms are modern and minimalist. The shared area, called Chill&Basic, has complimentary coffee and a space to prepare a snack, with background music.
There is no information on wifi or air conditioning, so it is worth checking with the hostal.
Who it suits
- Those who like a shared area to have a coffee without going out.
- Anyone planning to travel by Metro from Universitat.
- Travellers who want to combine El Raval, MACBA and Passeig de Gràcia on foot.
Good to know
- Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00.
- To check in you need official photo ID and a credit card.
- Breakfast is not served. The only thing on offer is the free coffee in the shared area.
To see other parts of the city, take a look at the places to stay in Barcelona.