Double Room Balcony
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Guest house · Barcelona · Catalonia
Chic & Basic Tallers Hostal
A design-forward guesthouse in the heart of Barcelona, steps from Plaça de Catalunya.
- Central location, 550 m from Plaça de Catalunya
- 24/7 communal kitchen with snacks and drinks
- Contemporary design with parquet floors and flat-screen TVs
7.4
Very good
1611 reviews
Booking.com 7.4 · 1611 reviews
About
Chic & Basic Tallers Hostal
Chic & Basic Tallers Hostal is a 3-star guesthouse on Carrer de Tallers, a short walk from Plaça de Catalunya and the heart of Barcelona's old town. The property runs on a simple, self-service concept: guests help themselves from the communal kitchen, which is stocked around the clock with drinks, fruit, and snacks. The look is clean and contemporary, with parquet floors and flat-screen TVs in every room.
Rooms are straightforward — Singles, Doubles, and a Double with Balcony — all with air conditioning and heating. There's a lift, luggage storage, and a leisure/TV room. The staff are frequently praised for being helpful and welcoming, and the 24-hour kitchen idea keeps things flexible for travellers who don't want to stick to set meal times.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Exceptional central location — Just 550 metres from Plaça de Catalunya and a couple of minutes' walk to La Rambla, with contemporary art museums and tapas bars on the doorstep.
- 24/7 self-service kitchen — Guests can help themselves to breakfast, snacks, fruit, and drinks at any hour — a flexible, traveller-friendly setup that several reviews highlight.
- Cool, contemporary design — The property has a clean, modern aesthetic with parquet floors and flat-screen TVs, which guests say compensates for minor room shortcomings.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Rooms can feel compact — Some guests found the M-size double a bit small, though it suited their needs for a city trip where they were out most of the day.
- Service and hygiene have critics — At least one guest felt the hostal concept lacks service and hygiene, and rating categories for Facilities (6.2) and Comfort (6.4) are noticeably lower than the overall score.
- Not a full-service hotel — Expect a self-service guesthouse rather than a hotel: no restaurant, but a 24/7 communal kitchen and vending machines.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Room
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- Parquet floor
Food & drink
- Vending machines
- Leisure/ TV room
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Luggage storage
Access & security
- Lift
- Key card access
- Key access
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Security
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.4/10 from 1,611 reviews
Booking.com · 7.4 · 1611 reviews
7.4Verified guest“It's more of a hostal than a hotel, and it shows — the concept feels futuristic but the service and hygiene fall short.”
7.4Verified guest“The location was incredible, right by a contemporary art museum and the city centre, with tapas bars nearby in June. The superior double was stylish and the bathroom was spacious.”
7.4Verified guest“The location was perfect, just minutes from the main sights. The room was nice and clean. Loved the communal kitchen with snacks and drinks available all day. Daily cleaning was a bonus.”
7.4Verified guest“The reception staff were very kind and helpful. Great location. The design is cool and makes up for some small room issues. The open kitchen where you can grab your own breakfast is a lovely idea. I'd recommend it for a city break.”
7.4Verified guest“Clean, functional, and central, with very helpful staff.”
7.4Verified guest“Friendly staff, nice location, and cool design.”
04 — Location
Getting around Barcelona
The property sits in Barcelona.
Getting around: The hostal is on Carrer de Tallers, a 550-metre walk from Plaça de Catalunya, and a couple of minutes to La Rambla. Walking is the best way to explore the central sights.
Tallers, 82, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 14 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Is there a breakfast included?
There's no formal breakfast, but the communal kitchen is stocked with snacks, fruit, and drinks 24/7, so you can help yourself at any hour.
Does the hostal have air conditioning?
Yes, all rooms are listed with air conditioning, plus heating.
Is there luggage storage?
Yes, luggage storage is available on site.
The bottom line
For travellers who want a stylish, central base with a flexible self-service kitchen, Chic & Basic Tallers Hostal delivers — just don't expect conventional hotel extras. The location is the headline, and the design makes up for modest rooms, but the lower comfort and facilities scores suggest you're trading some polish for the price and position.
7.4Based on 1,611 guest reviews and rating categories.
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