Tailor’s Hostel

Tailor's Hostel, run by the Barcelona group Pars Hostels, leans into its name with a design inspired by a 1930s tailor's shop. Antique sewing machines, fabric cuts on the walls, mannequins, old sewing patterns and framed vintage corsets fill the public spaces, the stairwell is decorated with old advertisements, buttons and brooches, and the rooms are named after types of fabric. Even the games room tables are shaped like ironing boards. The result is a hostel with far more character than most.

The hostel is aimed at budget travellers who want a sociable atmosphere. Dormitories are simple and old-school in style, with different room types available, and there is a fully equipped kitchen for cooking your own meals, a lounge, a games room and a terrace on the upper floor. Reception is open 24 hours, and Wi-Fi is free.

A programme of events helps guests meet each other and explore the city, including free guided walking, bike and photography tours, paella classes, sangria evenings and group outings. This makes it a good choice for solo travellers in particular, as it is easy to find company for a day of sightseeing or a night out.

Tailor's Hostel suits backpackers, students and young travellers on a budget who value atmosphere and social life. It is less suited to travellers who need privacy and quiet, as shared spaces can be lively in the evenings. Check the room types on the website before booking, and contact the hostel directly with any questions about age policy or group bookings.

The hostel is on Carrer de Sepúlveda in Sant Antoni, close to the Mercat de Sant Antoni and the bars and cafés of Carrer del Parlament. Sant Antoni station on metro line L2 and Universitat station on lines L1 and L2 are both a short walk away, and Plaça de Catalunya, La Rambla and El Raval can be reached on foot in around 15 minutes. Sant Antoni has become one of the city's most popular areas for eating and drinking, so there are plenty of affordable places nearby. Hotel Market is around the corner for a meal at its non-stop restaurant, and the theatres and bars of Avinguda del Paral·lel are within walking distance.