Hostal Girona - Barcelona

Guest house in historic 19th-century building in Barcelona's Eixample district

The Building & Rooms

Hostal Girona occupies floors 1 and 2 of a 19th-century building that was part of the Quadrat d'Or, a block designed by Ildefons Cerdà, the father of the Eixample neighborhood. The entrance features marble stairs, a decorated staircase, and an old-fashioned cage lift that takes guests to the reception. All rooms have air conditioning and a TV, with some offering a balcony overlooking the street and others offering a private shower and sink with a shared toilet down the hall.

Breakfast & Common Areas

A continental breakfast is served daily, with a spread that includes croissants, bread, cheese, cold meats, Spanish omelette, yogurt, cereal, and pastries, plus a coffee machine available all day. The common dining area has a large refrigerator that guests can use, a water dispenser, and free tea and coffee outside breakfast hours. The breakfast room also doubles as a seating area where guests can talk with others or relax.

Location & Transport

The property sits in the Eixample district, a 10-minute walk from Passeig de Gràcia and Plaça Catalunya, and a 12-minute walk from the Arc de Triomf. Gaudí's Casa Batlló and La Pedrera are within walking distance, and the Sagrada Familia is reachable by foot or a short bus ride. Private parking is available nearby at a daily cost, and the airport bus from Terminal 1 stops at Plaça Catalunya, a 12-minute walk from the hotel.

Amenities & Services

Hostel Girona offers a concierge service, tour desk, luggage storage, and daily housekeeping, plus a safety deposit box for guests. The building has a lift, CCTV in common areas, and fire extinguishers for security, with key access to enter the building and the floor. An airport shuttle can be arranged for pickup and dropoff at an additional cost, and the staff can also book taxis.

Families & Groups

The property has family rooms, including a Superior Triple Room with a balcony, and allows guests to leave luggage for several hours after checkout. Breakfast options include enough variety that many families report being satisfied, and the common area refrigerator lets guests store snacks or groceries. The location is considered safe for solo female travelers and families, with a metro station a 5-minute walk away.

• Accommodation: 19th-century building from 1888, part of Quadrat d'Or
• Rooms: Air-conditioned units with balcony options
• Dining: Continental breakfast with Spanish omelette, jamón, pastries
• Common Area: 24/7 coffee machine, water dispenser, shared fridge
• Services: Concierge, tour desk, airport shuttle, luggage storage
• Location: Walkable to Casa Batlló, La Pedrera, Passeig de Gràcia

License number: HB-000952,HB-004126