BLACK SWAN HOSTEL BARCELONA, Barcelona

The hostel is within a 2-minute walk of both Urquinaona and Arc de Triomf metro stations, giving direct access across the city. The Aerobus from the airport stops at Plaza Catalunya, 7 minutes on foot, making airport transfers easy without a shuttle. Many major attractions including the Gothic Quarter, Las Ramblas, and Barcelona Cathedral are reachable on foot in about 10 minutes. The surrounding streets are lined with restaurants, bars, supermarkets, and boba shops. A bus stop 600 metres away connects to Girona Airport and the Costa Brava coast. The location is well-suited for walking, with most sights within a 10-to-20-minute stroll.

Rooms are fitted with wooden flooring and large floor-to-ceiling windows that open for ventilation. Accommodation ranges from 6-bed to 14-bed dormitories, including female-only options. All rooms are air-conditioned and soundproofed, though road-facing rooms can be noisier due to street traffic. Bunk beds feature metal lockers that can be noisy when opened. Each bed is equipped with a privacy curtain, personal reading light, and universal power socket. Bed linen is included; towels can be rented for €3. Some rooms offer a balcony depending on availability. The shared bathrooms and showers are located on separate floors from the bedrooms. Room size is generally adequate, though space can feel limited in the most crowded dorms.

The hostel does not have a restaurant or serve breakfast. Instead, a fully equipped kitchen with fridge, microwave, oven, and hobs is available for guests to prepare their own meals. There are also vending machines selling snacks and drinks. A free dinner is served every evening at 8pm for those who sign up at reception by 5pm. The dinner is typically vegan and provides a communal dining experience that helps solo travellers meet others. Free tea, coffee, and olive oil are also available in the kitchen. The surrounding area has a wide range of restaurants, bars, and supermarkets within a short walk.

The property does not have a swimming pool, spa, or gym. Leisure is instead centred around social activities organised by the hostel. Free daily options include walking tours, salsa and paella classes, themed dinner nights, live music, and pub crawls. A bicycle rental service is available for an additional charge. The hostel also has a shared lounge with a flat-screen TV, board games, and communal tables. A gym is located three blocks away. The beach is accessible by public transport or a longer walk.

WiFi is free throughout the property. The 24-hour reception allows for late-night check-in or early departure. Free luggage storage is available before check-in and after check-out, making it easy to explore the city without bags. Lockers are provided in the rooms, and padlocks can be purchased at reception for €3. The shared kitchen is equipped for cooking. There is a lift, and the property is non-smoking throughout with soundproofed rooms. Safety features include CCTV in common areas and smoke alarms. A laundry service is available for an additional charge. No on-site parking or pet access is offered. The hostel accepts Visa and MasterCard.