Centre Esplai Hostel

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hostel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Interior
Lobby sitting area
Garden
Bar (on property)
Staircase

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Carrer Riu Anoia 42-54, El Prat de Llobregat, 08820
  • Port de Barcelona
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fira Barcelona
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Camp Nou
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Barcelona (BCN-Barcelona Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room, Balcony (6 pax)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

Superior Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Digital channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Comfort Double Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Digital channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Comfort Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Basic Single Room, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Superior Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Superior Double Room, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Digital channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Quadruple Room, Balcony

7.0 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Family Room, Balcony (5 pax)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

Twin Room, Balcony

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Triple Room, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

El Prat de Llobregat

A family-friendly stay in El Prat de Llobregat awaits you at Centre Esplai Hostel. You'll be 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Port de Barcelona and 11.1 km (6.9 mi) from Camp Nou. Highlights at this eco-friendly hostel include a restaurant and free buffet breakfast. .The restaurant, Tastam Restaurant, serves Mediterranean cuisine. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire and a playground. 3228 square feet (300 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this El Prat de Llobregat hostel include Fira Barcelona and Plaça d'Espanya.

What's nearby

  • Port de Barcelona - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Fira Barcelona - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Camp Nou - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
  • La Rambla - 13 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Plaça de Catalunya - 15 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • El Prat de Llobregat Station - 4 min drive
  • Parc Nou Station - 6 min walk
  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante el Cortijo - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Parellada - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪CÈNTRIC Gastrobar by ONA nuit - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Llamarada - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cafe de Les Arts - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Centre Esplai Hostel

Family-friendly hostel with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hostel measures 3228 square feet (300 square metres) and includes conference space. A seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Centre Esplai Hostel.

This El Prat de Llobregat hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 122 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 3228 sq ft of conference space
  • 300 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2007
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Centre Esplai Hostel offers 122 air-conditioned accommodations, with blackout curtains. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature down duvets. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Biosphere – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Catalan, English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Tastam Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3,228 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.66 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number HB-004558

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Alberg Centre Esplai
Alberg Centre Esplai El Prat de Llobregat
Alberg Centre Esplai Hostel
Alberg Centre Esplai Hostel El Prat de Llobregat
Centre Esplai Hostel El Prat de Llobregat
Centre Esplai Hostel
Centre Esplai El Prat de Llobregat
Centre Esplai
Esplai Hostel Prat Llobregat
Centre Esplai Hostel El Prat de Llobregat
Centre Esplai Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Centre Esplai Hostel?

Centre Esplai Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Centre Esplai Hostel?

The closest beach to Centre Esplai Hostel is Barceloneta Beach (11.4 km).

Does Centre Esplai Hostel have a pool?

Centre Esplai Hostel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from June to September.

What makes Centre Esplai Hostel a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Centre Esplai Hostel.

Is Centre Esplai Hostel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, an arcade and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Centre Esplai Hostel is a hit with families.

Does Centre Esplai Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Centre Esplai Hostel?

No, Centre Esplai Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Centre Esplai Hostel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Centre Esplai Hostel's onsite restaurant that serves Mediterranean cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Centre Esplai Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Centre Esplai Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Centre Esplai Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 165 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 1006 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Haomin

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
dirty.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

velroy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sonia

Disliked: Staff & service
The property does not have storage for the luggage
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianna

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a gem for one night before we flew home. Quiet, very clean and comfortable for our family. Very kind staff. Location was convenient to get to the airport and a short walk to the subway. Took about an hour on the train to get downtown for the day which was easy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Eco ethic. Rainwater capture, recycled through the building. Many other “green” design features. Good indoor pool.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

GABRIEL

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit off the beaten path, but close to the Barcelona airport. Clean room, no frills, but good for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

ZHE

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attitude of employees :(
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean. Provided towels. Breakfast was continental, with a choice. Had a private family room for the four of us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

arthur

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property isn’t less expensive for a taxi to the airport than those hotels near the Old Town. There was nothing to do at or around the hotel. It was just as expensive as hotels near the city center.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good overnight stop

Checked in at 01:30 in the morning - 12 mins from the airport by cab (23 Euro), spent the night had breakfast and moved on to Barcelona centre. The hostel was exactly what we needed for the first night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close to airport and metro, convenience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

cheap comfortable

a convenient and cheap option close to airport basic but clean comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Holiday

Very noise
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

MARTIN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice but ...

It is a different type of hotel. It's clean but the eco friendly theme is a bit too much. No A/C so, you have to open the door and then... mosquitoes.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Edwin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Busy and large hostel. They have people coming and going for community events all the time. Its a large concrete building and the heat wasn't adjustable by room it was just set for the building overall and set too cold for january. Breakfast was top notch though and if you are in a large group of traveller's this place would be easy. Quite a walk to the train station but worth it to save a buck.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Tomoyuki, Sendai

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The hotel is far from the airport and they say near but not, by taxi to the airport about 26 Euro. There are no cup, refrigerator, tissue paper, or coffee and …
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne, Las Vegas

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Clean, comfortable bed, helpful staff and good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I need a refund for not even staying at the hotel that would be great thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025