Quiet budget hotel in a residential area
A five-minute walk from Muntaner RER station
Rooms have air-conditioning and most have a private en-suite bathroom
Communal TV lounge and kitchen
Car rental is available on-site
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property
No TV in the guest rooms
Dorm-like public areas
Single Rooms share a bathroom
There are just six rooms at this tiny two-pearl property in Barcelona's chic Sarria-Sant
Gervasi neighborhood, around 15 minutes from the city center by RER train. It’s far from the touristy parts of town, but there are upmarket and artsy shops and restaurants nearby for those who prefer experiencing a slice of local life. Rooms have
air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi, and while they are well-kept and bright, they're basic and lack TVs. Most have a private bathroom but the
Single Rooms share a bathroom. The property has a communal kitchen and TV lounge, but no other facilities. Those looking to be nearer the
sights should check out St Christopher’s Inn Barcelona, which is just off Plaza Catalunya and generally has similar rates.
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Scene
Simple guest house with a few common areas and a quiet atmosphere
Hostal Alogar is located on one floor of a residential building that’s around
50 years old. The lobby is a small space, with a wooden reception desk, a
payphone, and an umbrella stand. The room is a little dark and the decor is dorm like. A glass cabinet has some Spanish trinkets which guests are welcome to
buy, and there are some tourist information leaflets available too. Otherwise, communal areas are compact, and there are a few chairs in the TV room for anyone looking to hang out outside of their rooms. The guest house tends to attract tourists who are on a budget and want to experience life in one of Barcelona's authentic, local neighborhoods. However, similar rates and features can be found closer to the center of the action. The property is also
close to the Barraquer Clinic, a private eye hospital, so many patients of the
hospital choose to stay here too.
Location
In posh Sarria-Sant Gervasi, a 15-minute train ride from Plaza Catalunya
The property is located in the district of Sarria-Sant Gervasi, around 15-minutes
from Plaza Catalunya by train. It’s a quiet and safe area that's a mix of residential buildings and quaint streets. The area is best for travelers who want a taste of real local life, and those who want to escape the crowded tourist core of Barcelona. There are several bars and restaurants within the
neighboring streets, from traditional Spanish tapas restaurants to sandwich
bars, as well as artisanal shops and boutiques. The Corte Ingles Shopping Center is also just a
five-minute walk from the property. Muntaner RER station is a five-minute
walk away, and there are also several bus stops within a five-minute walk. Barcelona–El
Prat Airport is a 20-minute drive, or over an hour by public transportation.
Rooms
Basic, modern rooms with air-conditioning, but some share bathrooms and none have TVs
The six rooms at Hostal Alogar are available as Single,
Double/Twin, or Triple Rooms. The style is utterly simple and varies from room to room, though everything modern enough, with wooden headboards, tiled or wood-laminate floors, and bright accent walls in some rooms. Many of the rooms are on the small side, and some have small windows too which leaves them a little dark. Other have a small sitting area in addition to the bed. The Single Rooms share a bathroom, while the others
categories have a private en-suite bathrooms. All rooms have basic amenities that are limited to air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi -- keep in mind that there’s no TVs. Closet space is limited. Bathrooms are on the small
side as well, and some are more modern than others. Some bathrooms have a shower/tub combo, while others just have a shower cubicle. Don't expect much in the way of counter space, though toiletries and towels are provided.
Features
Communal kitchen and TV lounge
Being a basic guest house, there are few facilities at the Alogar -- guests will not find a bar or restaurant, for example. There is a communal
kitchen for guests to use that has a sink, stove, microwave, and cooking
utensils. Each guest room is allocated a cupboard within the kitchen to store
their food. There is also a communal TV room, which has some
sofas, magazines, a computer station, and a wall-mounted flat-screen TV for
guests to use at their leisure. Car rental is available on-site, and free Wi-Fi
is available throughout the property.
