The Hostal Goya Barcelona is on Carrer de Pau Claris, in the Eixample, about a 5-minute walk from Plaça de Catalunya. It is a hostal (a simple Spanish guesthouse) with modern decor, free wifi and a balcony in many rooms. It is a good fit if you want to sleep in the centre and spend the day out.
Location and getting around
Plaça de Catalunya is about 5 minutes on foot. In about 10 minutes you reach Casa Batlló or the Cathedral, in the Gothic Quarter, and in about 15, La Rambla at the Liceu.
The Sagrada Família is about a 25-minute walk. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 14 km away: to get from there, a taxi or public transport is best.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have parquet floors, air conditioning and heating, and most have a balcony. Wifi is free.
Guests share a lounge with a computer connected to the internet. Instead of breakfast, the hostal offers complimentary coffee and tea.
Who it suits
- If you are travelling as a couple and want to explore the centre on foot.
- If a coffee in the morning is enough and you prefer to have breakfast out.
- If you want a street-facing balcony.
- If you travel without a laptop and need to look something up on a computer.
Good to know
You can only arrive between 15:00 and 22:00; if your flight lands late, let them know beforehand. Check-out is from 8:00 to 11:30. You will be asked for photo ID and a credit card at check-in. A full breakfast is not served. If you want to compare, here are other guesthouses.