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Hostal Mare Nostrum

Barcelona · Spain

Carrer De Sant Pau, 2View location

8.6/10Excellent958 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/109.0
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort7.4/107.4
Condition8.4/108.4
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.4/109.4
Amenities8.4/108.4
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About Hostal Mare Nostrum

A warm welcome awaits you at the mid size, 2 star Hostal Mare Nostrum in Barcelona. Rooms at the Hostal Mare Nostrum are recently renewed. Hostal Mare Nostrum is located at the city center of the city. All rooms feature a hairdryer.

We are sorry, but smoking is not permitted in either the bedrooms or the public areas of the hotel.

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A stay at Hostal Mare Nostrum places you in the heart of Barcelona, steps from La Rambla and Boqueria Market. This hostal is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Barcelona Cathedral and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Plaça de Catalunya. Stay in one of 30 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions.

Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and a turndown service.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 12:00 PM

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Biosphere Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. This property is located in the city's Low Emission Zone; only low-emission vehicles are permitted to enter. Guests with non-Spanish license plates must register their vehicle with the city in advance.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
    • Property Registration Number No, HB-003960-84, 78055359Y, 0915204DF3801F0001PF, country:ES|stateProvince:BARCELONA|city:BARCELONA|address1:CARRER SANT PAU 2|address2:|postalCode:08001, ES:78055359Y, Spanish Commercial Registry, ES
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    French

    Spanish

    Catalan

Nearby attractions

La Rambla 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Gran Teatre del Liceu 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Plaça Reial 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Boqueria Market 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Palau Güell 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Rambla del Raval 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Barcelona City Council 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Portal de l'Angel 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Barcelona Cathedral 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Plaça de Catalunya 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Placa del Rei 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Maritime Museum of Barcelona 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Columbus Monument 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
El Corte Ingles 0.8 km / 0.5 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of construction: 1992
  • Year of most recent renovation: 2013
  • Number of floors (main building): 4
  • Single rooms: 1
  • Double rooms: 29
  • hostel
  • Diners Club
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Maestro
  • Visa Electrón
  • City centre
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  • Bus/Train station
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
  • Airport
  • Harbour
  • Beach
  • Golf course
  • Ski slopes
  • Entertainment Area
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • Non-smoking area
  • Biosphere Certified
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

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Room types

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    Room code: SGL.ST

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    Room code: TWN.ST

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room code: ROO.ST

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Hostal Mare Nostrum

8.6
Excellent
958 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.0 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
7.4 /10
Condition
8.4 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.4 /10
Amenities
8.4 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
06 Jul 2026
Tiahna
Great stay at Hostal Mare Nostrum! The room and bathroom were clean, the staff were friendly, and the location was the highlight, right in the middle of La Rambla, making it easy to walk everywhere. It's perfect if you're after a clean, comfortable room in an unbeatable location.
Self
2/10
Poor
03 Jul 2026
Sara
We had booked three nights at this hotel. When we arrived in the room, it was as described, except that it was extremely hot inside because the staff wouldn't let us use the air conditioning without the room key inside. We stayed in the room for several hours with the key to activate the air conditioning, and the temperature still didn't drop. It must have been 35°C in the room. We reported the problem to the staff. We were with another family at reception complaining about the same issue: no cool air was coming from the vents. They moved us to a room on a lower floor to try and resolve the problem, but it didn't improve things. The family didn't want to stay, asked for a refund, and left late that night around 11 pm. We tried the room they offered us but had a terrible night. The next day, we found another hotel at the last minute (much more luxurious for less money) just a short walk away. The staff was always attentive and tried to help us, but their air conditioning was simply faulty. They seemed convinced it was working, I think to persuade us to stay. I simply believe that if you can't provide a proper air conditioner, don't mention it in the listing. We had spent more than our initial budget to get a room with air conditioning. It's dishonest to advertise it if you don't have it. If it was truly broken and normally works perfectly, these things happen, and we understand. But in this case, the staff never mentioned it.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
30 Jun 2026
Maiden
Major issue had here was the rooms albeit clean are tiny and the hotel is set on controlling the A/C. Apparently the owner is set on keeping the temperature in the hotel and rooms above 82 degrees or 28 degrees Celsius. Every day was above 95 f so after sweating all day we had to return to a hot room. The room thermostat is irrelevant. Look it up the hotel and government are required to maintain a warmer temp in common areas - but totally false for your 300- plus euro a nite room! Spoke to the front desk 2x no help.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
jorge
La habitación pequeña pero muy bien proporcionados los espacios. La atención muy buena, el lugar muy central de todo, cerca al metro, a avenidas principales. Nos gustó mucho en general.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Jun 2026
Raul
Helpful and friendly staff. Clean rooms. Very cold AC and hot water, a plus in the Barcelona summer heat.

Can't beat the location. At the heart of La Rambla. Walking distance to everything. Metro stop meters away from the hotel and plenty of shopping around. Recommended
Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Nick
Location was fantastic and Ivan was very welcoming and knowledgeable. We enjoyed our stay!
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2026
Kurt
The staff was very helpful. Access to activities very good. Rooms are small but not too much of an issue if you are spending your time exploring.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2026
Kerry
The staff and breakfast were very good and the location amazing
Self
6/10
Pleasant
24 May 2026
Irene
Breakfast was ok. The same thing every day. The worst thing was the 24 stairs to the elevator. Got assistance on arrival, but had to lug our bags down on departure
Friends
6/10
Pleasant
20 May 2026
Cecilia
Breakfast was excellent. Building dated.Need to walk up 4 flights of stairs to reception. Elevator started on that floor.. Room was small but clean. In a great location.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
van
Perfect location.
Evan is very good staff. He is friendly, support me all what I need.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 May 2026
Helen
Brilliant location and good value for money. Friendly helpful staff. Rooms small but okay and a little noisy as near the room was near reception. Would recommend the hotel.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Wilfred
Conveniently located steps from the Liseau Metro station this compact little hotel gave us everything we needed with 24hr front desk, daily housekeeping and friendly service, especially Claudio who shared great tips to make the most of our two days in Barca. Everything in the room was small, the beds, the sink and especially the combo bathroom/shower which was the smallest I've ever seen but somehow it worked. We were fortunate to have an inside room, although it did not have a view, it was quieter at night despite the hotel's busy location. I appreciated the welcome email outlining where they were and what to expect.
8/10
Excellent
04 May 2026
Ruben
Very nice little hostal in the heart of Barcelona. The staff were super friendly and helpful, especially Claudio. The breakfast was excellent and at a very reasonable price. The only downside was the size of the room. But it didn’t matter that much as you don’t really want to spend your time in a room when you’re in Barcelona
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Apr 2026
Jane
The Hostal itself is in a great location. You do have to climb several stairs before reaching the check-in area and before you get to the elevator that is also small. This is definitely for a one or two night stay…we did stay 4 nights. We chose this place because of its location and price…it was very expensive but it was cheaper than others.
We had a clean room, but very tiny. The staff was helpful and friendly. We only had breakfast on the last day and the area is too small to linger.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
24 Apr 2026
Christine
The room was very small and the bathroom even smaller, divided into 2 behind the bed with the shower one end and the vaity and toilet the other end. It was very noisy every night. No bottle of water, no kettle and we were told we would have to pay 10 euro for hot water for a cuppa using our own teabag! Permission for hot water given the 2nd day. A rose was put on the bed for Sants day which was lovely.
Friends
8/10
Excellent
23 Apr 2026
Richard
Location is the key. Perfect for solo traveler.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2026
jena
Did not partake in breakfast but the coffee machine was wonderful! Did not use air conditioning beautiful weather opened patio door.
Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Mar 2026
Phil
Location is the main reason to book here. I would reserve again. However the walls are paper thin and sound carries. The room is small but good value. Be aware la Rombla is under construction but not working at night. There is no safe in the room. They did allow us to store our bags as we arrived early. We did not have breakfast as it was continental type. There are choices near the hotel. Staff was friendly. Don't expect a fancy hotel room. Do expect a great location to tour from. Good value.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2026
Anne-Marie
Great staff, clean room, very good value.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Feb 2026
Hannah
Rooms are spotless and have everything you need. Great location. Breakfast is excellent value for money and rooms/breakfast room all well designed. Staff were excellent, particularly an Ivan who was so helpful and great humoured. We all said if we come back to Barcelona we’d book for here again! Fantastic!
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2026
Hector
Great staff
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2026
Maëlys
Très bon hôtel avec une équipe adorable et une très belle vue pour le petit-déjeuner !
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
15 Jan 2026
Cristian
Ac not working and I got the worst allergies ever and I’m a super healthy person. The room felt dusty and smelly.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2025
Jhoanne
Convenient and clean
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Nov 2025
Svitlana
Air conditioner was weak.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
08 Nov 2025
Alicia
Good stay.
8/10
Excellent
05 Nov 2025
Amir
The room was clean, and staff were very nice and helpful. Ivan who helped us with checking in was such a nice guy. He gave us lots of valuable information and made us feel very welcomed the moment we walked into the building.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2025
Ronald
We did not eat breakfast at the hostal, but everything else was delightful. We were return there if we return to Barcelona.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Neil
Breakfast pastries excellent.
Partner
2/10
Poor
07 Oct 2025
Richard
I'm judging this on a hotel scale, not a hostel scale. To say the rooms are tiny is an understatement. Cruise ship rooms are bigger. It's also not cheap. The area is under intense construction. There was a jack hammer going off at 7 am 10ft (4 meters) from my pillow! Having to carry our bags up 4 staircases to check in was something I could do without. Thank God we were only there 1 night!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2025
Francis
Eco friendly sparse room with nice functional design that at the same time felt homey. Great for travelers focused on what’s outside the hotel. Friendly staff. Right on the Ramble by the Metro
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2025
Julia
Very nice room, washroom and shower were very clean
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Sep 2025
Robert
Booked online to stay here during a brief stopover in Barcelona, and boy did I luck out in terms of being right in the middle of the action! I walked everywhere I needed to go, and it is right above a metro station. Yes it was noisy on the street at night (and until dawn, really), and the street is all torn up out front, but the convenience for someone visiting the city for the first time made up for it. The room was good and the staff helpful when I needed them. The breakfast was just meh for 10€, but I’m an American used to eggs, pancakes, etc. Would definitely return.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2025
Juan Pablo
Check in was easy, staff showed a lot of care and allowed us to store our bags until our room was ready. Ivan was great and helpful to show us the area around the hotel. Will definitely come back !
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Sep 2025
Rafael D
The property is in a very convenient position, close to the subway exit. The only inconvenience was the elevator starts in the first floor. The staff was friendly and very professional. Breakfast was delicious. Thank you.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
19 Sep 2025
Belinda

Great location, hotel not so great.

The location is great, just off Las Rambles. It was over priced for what it had to offer. The reception is not on ground level and you need to carry your bags up a few flights of stairs to get to reception. From there you are able to use a lift up to room. The room was extremely small. The bathroom was also small but the shower was in the same area with basin and toilet with no shower curtain. It was very small and at each shower everything got wet making floor slippery. The air conditioning was just OK but we weren’t there at the hottest time. There was no safe. The reception staff were helpful.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2025
Colleen
Easy check in and clean! We forgot something in our room when we checked out and they were so helpful getting it returned. We are very grateful for such great service !
6/10
Pleasant
17 Jul 2025
Amir
Very small room
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
05 Jul 2025
Antonio
Not to our standard. You have to climb 25 steps with luggages before reaching the elevator. The room very small for 3 people no window looks like a storeroom and clostophobic and dusty under the bed.
Air conditioning very poor. Will not recommend to stay here. The staff are the only compliment we got.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
25 Jun 2025
Yunsheng
Good location. Room is small, but clean.
6/10
Pleasant
13 Jun 2025
Christi
The employees were very nice and helpful. The location was great. The room, however, was extremely small. Also, to get to the reception you need to climb stairs which is difficult with suitcases,
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2025
Jean
Great location, small room but functional. Friendly staff, basic but good breakfast. Would definitely stay here again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2025
Beth
Great friendly staff, enjoyed our stay!
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2025
Irvin
Nice place
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2025
Zelkys
Great place to stay if you’re in vacation
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2025
katie

Great location

The hotel is really nice, super location. I can see where the stairs could be a little tough for people, I had no issues with them, as it is just one flight to the front desk and then there was an elevator. The rooms are super tiny, but had everything we needed, bathroom was very nice. Could not have been happier with our choice to stay there
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2025
MARITES
The hotel is very convenient right by Metro Liceu, o
Las Ramblas, Latin Quaret and La Boqueria Market. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2025
Yocasta
Will visit again!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
07 May 2025
Keeshia
Right at the heart of La Rambla, so pretty expensive for its value. You can hear the loud noise of Rambla streets until the crack of dawn. It takes a lot of time for taxis to come since the location is pretty tricky
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2025
Lili
Very good location, close to multiple attractions, right in front of subway. very small but ok and comfortable. Very friendly staff. Recommend it.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2025
Cimbra
Superb location, lots of steps to be aware of. Friendly staff. Need to bring your own toiletries (only has towels, soap). Nothing beats the location, would stay here again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2025
Amanda
As expected room is small and simply furnished. Front desk was very helpful, location on La Rambla, and price reasonable for this room type
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
23 Mar 2025
ATISH
They declined my web booking made on expedia
8/10
Excellent
25 Feb 2025
Jessica

Cozy

Carmen, the receptionist, was lovely, fun, and informative. The room was right on La Rambla and the only drawback was that pur beds were two separate twins. So hubs and I squeezed into one. ;)
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Feb 2025
Odalys Garcia Garcia
Good Customer service
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2025
Andrew
Great hotel, staff is friendly and helpful.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2025
Luke
Very convienent place to stay
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Jan 2025
Mohammad
The only downside to this place is that they ask you to deposit the room key at the reception whenever you go outside. Although they might still have access to the room otherwise, it still creates a privacy concern.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2024
Marilyn

Great hotel for the money

Very helpful staff and great location on La Rambla.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2024
Chris
Clean, comfortable and compact room. Excellent location with many restaurants and bars nearby.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2024
Danielza
Excellent Hostal
I do recommend
Location could not be better
Excellent breakfast
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2024
kayla
Ivan was great! He gave us great recommendations. The room is a bit small but it worked for the night and our beds were really comfortable. If I come back I would stay here again.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2024
Bria
Small rooms but perfect for our stay before our flight. They stored our luggage for us while our room was still being prepared.

Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2024
Eric
excelente ubicacion en el centro de la Rambla
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Nov 2024
Michael
Missing an elevator to avoid carring luggage to the first floor.
Other wise nice stay!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
01 Nov 2024
Peta
This was too cramped for 3 teens and an adult. No kettle or fridge and we could hear the neighbours all night. Location and staff were fantastic but it is probably more suited to party people rather than families.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2024
Peter
staff
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Aug 2024
Lori Ann
Ivan helped with the check-in, he is fabulous! Very friendly and knowledgeable about the area and the sites. What an asset to this hotel! He even helped with our bags. The hotel was clean and nice. Breakfast was more than expected. Dining area was bright and customer friendly. Overall, I would book this hotel again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2024
Edgardo
Great hotel in the middle right next to La Rambla. Very quiet in the hotel despite the noise outside. Good breakfast and fantastic staff!
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
02 Aug 2024
Amparo
Quiet
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2024
Catherine
I consider Hostel Mare Nostrum my home in Barcelona. The staff are always amazing and I love the location and how easy it is to get around.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2024
Kashani
Great area. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2024
Zoha
Small room, but given the location it was reasonable. The person at the front desk helped carry our suitcases up, and also when we checked out they carried them back down. Evan I think was there for our check in and was extremely welcoming. Gave us a rundown of the city and what is worth seeing. Great hospitality. Overall our stay was good~
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jul 2024
JILBERT

If location is important. This is best choice

Staffs are very welcoming and friendly, very good location, a little small room for family of four.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2024
Samantha
Great location and amenities
Leisure Friends
4/10
Poor
27 Jun 2024
Alan
Elevator broken
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2024
judith
Great location, cleanliness,breakfast,
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2024
Verified traveler

Good location

Good service and the area is nice and clean. Walking distance to the beach and near to the airport. The only thing that I recommend to the owner is to have a better cleaning of the shower.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Jun 2024
Meagan

Conveniently Located

The hostel is located directly off La Ramblas, making it very convenient to go out and explore the city, either by walking or by public transportation.

The private room was clean, but the shower and bathroom were quite small. The door to the bathroom was frosted glass, so privacy was a bit of an issue.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2024
Miriam

Muy buen lugar para quedarte.

El lugar es limpio, bien ubicado cercas del metro y buen servicio al cliente, muy recomendable.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
30 May 2024
Omar
Staff was great. Little surprise with tourists tax!
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
29 May 2024
Jessica
6/10 INSANELY small, can barely fit 2 carry on suitcases and 2 people in the room.

The “bathroom” is a sink, toilet and shower in 1. When you shower, the water soaks the toilet and sink and anything in it.

The mattress is hard as a rock.

Great location, walkable to everything. Staff was nice and helpful
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2024
CESAR
Excellent location on La Rambla, room is tiny but It is fine, the staff is very friendly and the breakfast is great.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2024
Nanette
Great breakfast, friendly, helpful staff. Mattresses were not comfortable but overall would recommend
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
07 May 2024
Keith

Can't get more central !

Small , clean rooms. Ok breakfast.
Brilliant location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2023
Alison
Excellent location which was ideal for the things we wanted to do.
Great value for money with decent breakfast included.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
11 Nov 2023
Godofredo

Lift your suitcases a spiral staircase!!!

Tiny room with tiny bathroom. Thin walls hearing other people in other rooms. This hotel is located on the 1st floor of a bldg which includes going up a 28 step (normally 14 steps/flr in US) winding cement staircase (see photos) to access from the G (ground) floor hall entry. It even includes in the Hotel Facility Accessibility Description: “Elevator” for handicap even including a wheel chair photo (impossible). All Guests are required to manually lift their own individual suitcases up a 28 step spiral cement staircase to get to their 1st floor Check In desk. If you are traveling with heavy luggages (ie: 50lbs each allowance for airline), you will be expected to walk up your suitcases to the 1st floor where a tiny elevator is located to get from Flr # 1-4. Their is no porter service (had to beg for assistance & offer $10 tip). While the hotel discloses that an elevator is available from the 1st floor. It does not disclose that there are 28 steps spiral stairs for the guest to climb up to get to the 1st floor. There are over 70 photos provided by the hotel to show their rooms & facilities. However, no photos of the stairs? They indicate that it is on the welcome email after you book a non-refundable room. I even complained on the \"welcome email\" which was sent via Hotel.com & never received a rsponse from the Hotel. This false advertisement of “Handicap” accessibility is illegal and should be flagged by Travel websites.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2023
Colleen
This property is right on Las Ramblas. Our room faced the action! We had to leave at 3am for a flight and the staff made breakfast available for us even at that early time. Highly recommend!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Oct 2023
Brian
This hostel is exactly as advertised. You need to walk up 2 flights of stairs. Desk staff were excellent. Room small but very clean and adequate. There was a slight smell coming from shower drain which is in close proximity to head of bed. Drain smell does seem to be an issue in Barcelona. The breakfast was fantastic. Lots of healthy choices and “goodies”.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Sep 2023
amin
Staff was very helpful but the room and bathroom were too small
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Sep 2023
Gabrielle
Great air con and friendly / helpful service.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2023
Nicolas
Beautiful place to stay
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Sep 2023
Adam
Excellent location however I suggest they upgrade their stairs to be more convenient for older people
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2023
Robert
Clean and great location
8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2023
Kim

Great!

Enjoyed a basic but perfect night at the Hostal Mare Nostrum. Location was perfect, staff were super friendly and helpful, breakfast was delicious and provided early for us due to our early check out.
Can’t beat it if you want a friendly, clean, no frills stay on Las Ramblas!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2023
EDELSON
Muy bien localizado, frente a Las Ramblas y el metro. Desayuno buffet excelente. Servicio del hotel muy bueno.

No me gustó que los cuartos son muy pequeños y las camas.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
04 Jul 2023
Thao
No elevator from ground level to first floor. So, you will need to carry your luggages up and down the stairs. We didn’t know this when we booked this hotel.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
24 Jun 2023
Hugo

Good hotel with great service

Was good for the price but reading other’s reviews i was expecting a lot more
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2023
Charity

Excellent Location and Management

This hotel was perfectly located on the Ramblas but with high-quality windows and air conditioning, you hardly noticed the noise. We were impressed with the included breakfast, welcome offering, and eco-friendly approach as well as the humanitarian outreach of the hotel’s management. We would absolutely recommend it and would stay here again when in Barcelona.
Friends_and_family Family

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Hostal Mare Nostrum
Carrer De Sant Pau, 2, Barcelona, Spain

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