Central & Basic Universitat
by Central & Basic
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2 adults · room only · refundable
2 cheapest of 154 hotels in Old Town (Ciutat Vella), Barcelona. Median: 711 € / week.
Typical week in next 3 months: 429 €–501 €
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Adults
18+ years
Children
0-17 years
About this hotel
Central & Basic Universitat is a budget hostal in the heart of Barcelona's Ciutat Vella, next to the Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA) and a five-minute walk from Plaça de Catalunya. All its rooms were renovated in 2018 and decorated in vivid colours that create a welcoming atmosphere. They are private rooms, singles, doubles and twins, some with a balcony and with a private or shared bathroom, with free toiletries and free Wi-Fi. The street is lined with shops and supermarkets, and some of the city's trendiest bars and restaurants are five minutes away on foot. La Rambla and the Boqueria market are 800 metres away, and El Prat airport is about thirty minutes by public transport. It suits travellers who want privacy and quiet at an affordable price in the centre.
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Weekly prices
Chart data
| Week | Price | Resort median | vs median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 526 € | 1 132 € | -54% | #1 of 110 | |
| 429 € | 929 € | -54% | #1 of 133 | |
| 472 € | 918 € | -49% | #1 of 133 | |
| 595 € | 873 € | -32% | #8 of 140 | |
| 465 € | 770 € | -40% | #5 of 139 | |
| 560 € | 907 € | -38% | #4 of 135 | |
| 829 € | 1 353 € | -39% | #3 of 121 | |
| 501 € | 769 € | -35% | #7 of 140 | |
| 474 € | 826 € | -43% | #6 of 135 | |
| 543 € | 1 051 € | -48% | #6 of 141 | |
| 495 € | 810 € | -39% | #6 of 144 | |
| 625 € | 1 525 € | -59% | #3 of 130 |
Which room is best value?
Arrivals between 16 Nov 2026 and 1 Feb 2027, 7 nights, 2 adults: each room’s cheapest week among each week’s best offers.
| Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | 429 € | — |
| Double room with shared bathroom | 472 € | +43 € |
Price position in resort
2nd cheapest of 154 hotels in Old Town (Ciutat Vella), Barcelona. Median: 711 € / week.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is it cheaper to book Central & Basic Universitat directly?
- hoo.travel reads Central & Basic Universitat's own booking engine in real time, so you see the direct price with no agency markup. As last checked on 23 Oct 2026, a 7-night stay for 2 adults started near 429 € (room only, refundable). Enter your dates for the live price.
- Is Central & Basic Universitat a good choice for a family with children?
- Central & Basic Universitat welcomes families with children and is listed as family-friendly.
- Is Central & Basic Universitat adults-only?
- No — Central & Basic Universitat accepts guests of all ages.
- How far is Central & Basic Universitat from the airport?
- Central & Basic Universitat is approx. 16 km by road from Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) — roughly 15 minutes by car, traffic aside.
- What board options are available at Central & Basic Universitat?
- Meal plans include room only, depending on the rate and dates.
- How does hoo.travel make money?
- We earn from ads, not from your booking. There's no commission for us to mark up the hotel's price — what you see is the direct rate from the hotel's own booking engine.
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