TOC Hostel Barcelona

TOC Hostel Barcelona is part of a popular chain of modern, trendy hostels across Spain. This particular location boasts glossy contemporary design and a gorgeous rooftop terrace, as well as a great range of room sizes and styles. This is particularly useful for groups of friends: a group of four could share a private room with a terrace or a full 4-person dorm room, depending on their individual budgets. There are also 6-person and 8-person rooms available, perfect for larger groups.

The hostel is extremely tech-forward, with fingerprint access to rooms, and also has exceptionally good drinking and dining facilities for a hostel. The kitchen they use for breakfast is open to guests, meaning you get access to a large, fully-equipped space to make your own meals. That said, the continental breakfast is delicious and varied, and there is even brunch at the hostel every Saturday and Sunday, with a special menu, cocktails, yoga, and music.

And chances are you’ll be needing a good brunch, given the incredible location at the heart of the Gaixample. A 5-minute walk in any direction will take you to dozens of gay bars, clubs, shops and saunas – Metro, the biggest gay club in town, is literally just down the street. This is quite possibly one of the best party locations on this list, and for hostel prices.

TOC Hostel Barcelona has a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and is one of the most booked budget gay hotels in Barcelona.