Reviews of Hostal Goya 2 stars
Pau Claris, 74 Primero, Eixample, 08010 Barcelona, Spain
#28 of 331 B&Bs and Inns in Barcelona
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 591 hotel reviews
8.7Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.9
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Comfort
8.8
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Location
9.7
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Facilities
8.6
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Staff
9.6
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Value for money
8.6
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Free WiFi
8.6
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Reviewed: 14 May 2024
Jeff
United States2 reviews9.0“I bit expensive for the property”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment Pau Claris
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Elevator is small and slow.
Location was nice and convenient.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Heng
Malaysia25 reviews8.0“Great location, friendly staff, comfortable bed.”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Thin wall, can hear people next door voice.
Great location. Lots of pillows and hangers provided. Comfortable bed. Complimentary breakfast, coffee available all day, very friendly receptionist.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 8 May 2024
Pasannamati
United Kingdom129 reviews8 helpful votes9.0“Lovely, centrally located hotel”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
My only concern was that the room had a small ‘step’ part way through the room, from the bathroom back across towards the bed. Given the wooden floor, it was not easy to spot and I dropped heavily off it twice (as someone who has had a serious foot injury in the past, I am hyper-aware of these things). It really could do with some tape or something to bring your attention to where it is in the room (there was a small piece of tape on the underside of the step but nothing to highlight it when you come from the bathroom).
A great place to stay. The staff were really helpful and friendly, the room was comfortable and quiet - which really amazed me given how centrally located it is.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Αθηνά
Greece3 reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Our stay was excellent. The room was spacious, clean and equipped with the essentials. The owner was friendly and willing to answer any question. We appreciated the fact, that there was breakfast, which included coffee, juice and cake. The location of the Hostel was ideal because it was close to the center and many of the attractions. I would happily visit it again.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Lacey
United States3 reviews8.0“The location couldn’t be beat and I would stay there again”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Budget Double Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
It was a little loud our first night
The location was perfect! Easy to use all of the public transportation when needed but also great for walking through the Gothic quarter.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Milana
Poland7 reviews10“Pleasant and hospitable place to stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything was perfect from the location to the room and service. The staff is very friendly. The service of leaving baggage is helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Meredith
Australia11 reviews2 helpful votes10“Went to Barcelona with my daughter for a few days . Wanted affordable hotel room in the city cente. This is such value f”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing !
This was a fantastic property, don’t be put off by the 2star rating or downstairs entrance. It’s clean fabulous upstairs , renovated , comfy beds, breakfast room, lovely staff , right near 2 metros , right at the main city shops / airport buses etc.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Geoffrey
Australia4 reviews8.0“Very easy, comfortable stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room with Private External Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Lack of natural Light on the lower floor in the general area
Location, staff were great and very helpful
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Marek
United States21 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Hard-to-find entrance from the street, requires a more visible signboard
Exceptionally helpful staff, Location
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Costin
Romania1 review10“Awesome stay in Barcelona for a couple.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Budget Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The shower haf some pretty bad leaks and water was everywhere.
The great placement The staff The rooms The surprise from breakfast 💗
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Rebecca
United Kingdom4 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Amazing”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Would suggest a Signpost to which floor once you get inside complex. As we arrived late at night and wasn’t sure with regards to the lift
Perfect stay. Room was lovely and clean. Nice area near everything we needed. Staff were kind The breakfast bun and juice with free coffee on a morning was an added bonus
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Anne
Netherlands4 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Great location and a very friendly staff. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Ke
China12 reviews1 helpful vote10“Good!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The room was too small and had to walk up a short flight of stairs before using the elevator (not very friendly for travelers with heavy luggage). The water in the shower felt slippery (a little bit weird)
The location is PERFECT, which is at the city centre and close to the Plaza Catalunya. A lot of places are within walking distance. Staff are nice and friendly.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Ke
China12 reviews1 helpful vote10“Good!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The room was too small and had to walk up a short flight of stairs before using the elevator (not very friendly for travelers with heavy luggage). The water in the shower felt slippery (a little bit weird)
The location is PERFECT, which is at the city centre and close to the Plaza Catalunya. A lot of places are within walking distance. Staff are nice and friendly.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Yuen
Hong Kong20 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Good location, staffs are very friendly and helpful”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Two-Bedroom Apartment Pau Claris
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Good location, reception was very helpful
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Masa
Serbia2 reviews10“Clean room, friendly and helpful staff, perfect location”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
The staff was super friendly and helpful, they explained everything about the room and the city. The room was very clean. The breakfast was a nice touch, as well as the possibility to get coffee/tea. Everything was perfect. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Şevket
Switzerland1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Budget Single Room with Private External Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
It is a bit odd that the private bathroom is separate. But I think that is a very small issue, considering everything else.
Staff was very very friendly. Location was excellent. Room was very clean.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Courtney
United States16 reviews4 helpful votes8.0“Perfect Location, Great Staff and Value”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Only a couple of drawbacks. Our bathroom looked like it had some previous water damage and the repairs could’ve been a little better. The staff provide a little bag of snacks each morning which is very nice (as breakfast isn’t offered), but it would’ve been nice if there was a little variety during our stay. It was better than nothing though.
The location in L’Eixample is excellent. We loved the area…the proximity to Plaza Catalunya, wonderful restaurants, and great transport connections. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. They provided a fan for our room during our stay as the temps were unseasonably warm for mid-March. The double/twin room was spacious with a separate little seating area and large desk. It opened into the shared outdoor terrace which was nice. It was very convenient (and economical) having coffee and tea available 24/7 in the shared lounge area. Also convenient was the shared microwave, though the only fridge for guest use was located in a separate location. Room was very clean and housekeeping did a great job during our stay. Elevator was also great to have, though note that are about 6-8 stairs to climb before reaching the elevator.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Berta
Hungary18 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very good location
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Jc
United Kingdom5 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
It was a bit warm in the room but since we stayed during March, aircondition is not working yet only the heating is working. Can improve if they can provide a fan.
Clean. Staff are nice and very approachable. Free coffee/tea in the common area Free muffin and juice in the morning. Allowed us to leave our bags after check out.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Faustina
Ireland8 reviews8.0“Room a little bit small. But the location is great and staff are super friendly. Got a free to go bfast. Overall is amaz”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Budget Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Room is small
Location is great. Very central
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Mylene
United Kingdom8 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Great location,within the city”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
None
Just within the city,walking area to supermarket
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Raïna
United States2 reviews10“Great location. Great staff. Great private room and bathroom”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Superior Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Elevator is after 1st set of stairs but the front desk agent was able to help me carry my suitcases up so that was helpful!
Great location! Great staff and great deal of a room! Slept very well
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 11 March 2024
Regine
Germany1 review10“Excellent choice to explore Barcelona”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The staff was lovely and knowledgeable and had lots of recommendation for food and sights of the beaten track. The hostal is in walking distance to the main sights but still very quiet. It has a common room with tea / coffee and a microwave. There is no breakfast but in the morning every guest gets a little bag with juice, a muffin and the weather forecast. I could leave my suitecase for the day after check out Thank you for a great stay, I will be back
Stayed in March 2024
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