We were a group of 5 and used the Itaca's apartment. It was perfect for our needs, especially being able to cook. The kitchen is equipped enough and the apartment was clean and pretty quiet. The location is terrific, just around the corner from the big market. The apartment isn't for everyone, though: it's a long climb (no lift) to... more

The hostel is in a great location and is very clean however....the common areas are closed at 10:30pm everynight as the neighbours don't like any noise so there is nothing else to do except go out or go to sleep. We thought we were getting an 8 bed dorm and it turned out to be a 10 bed dorm. We... more

We stayed in a double room which is in a separate apartment (3 or 4 private rooms, kitchen, bathroom). The building def needs renovation, but the apartment, where we stayed was refurbished and new. Very clean, basic accomodation, v clean bathroom and shower, nice kitchen. Itaca provides a little breakfast as well, which is a very nice touch. The only... more

We were quite worried at first of how hostels in Spain were like, but when we reached there, we were pleasantly suprised by the cleanliness. For all budget travellers out there, this is the place! Friendly staff and clean toilets. Very pleased with our stay here. Will definately go back! more

pros.. - fantastic location - 5 mins from airport bus drop off in placa du catalonya, in heart of old town just off las Ramblas, 10 mins from gaudi buildings and 5 mins from metro - great atmosphere - from the cool music in reception to the friendly staff at reception, this place has a cosy hippy vibe that attracts... more

We found this to be a very clean, pleasant and central hostel. I would recommend this to any budget traveller. more

Stayed here in 2004 when Celtic played Barca. Hostel was exremely clean, excellent value for money and safe. In a good area, lots and bars and restaurants and within walking distance to the main hub.Only thing was that you get chucked out in the afternoon (for them to clean) which is not good if you are trying to catch up... more

I stayed here after leaving an awful hostel in Barcelona. This place is great, the location is amazing, the place is clean, the staff are nice and friendly, there is a curfew but its not til 3am and after having stayed in a really noisy, dirty hostel before here, it was a welcome relief!. Definitely recommend this place, reasonably priced... more

superb accomodation, excellent atmosphere bout 5mins from the ramblas absolutely perfect so good ill b going there much more! more