Rio de Castro is a renovated guesthouse offering 24-hour, automated check-ins in the Barcelona neighbourhood of Sants-Montjuïc, just across the road from the Poble Sec Metro station. Those staying here will enjoy air-conditioned rooms, a friendly atmosphere and free Wi-Fi in all areas of the guesthouse. All rooms feature a bathroom with bathtub, a TV, telephone, clock radio and heating. Guests can take advantage of tourist information and activity booking services on site. This guest house is just a few minutes’ walk away from bars, restaurants and cafes. Rio de Castro is around a ten-minute stroll from the Magic Fountains of Montjuïc, Palau de Congressos and Fira de Barcelona, and less than a 20-minute drive from Barcelona Airport. Las Ramblas, Palau Güell and Gran Teatre del Liceu can all be reached on foot within 20 minutes.
Most guests reported having a mediocre experience at the Rio De Castro. But one perk that guests noted is that you can wander to La Rambla or walk over to the metro station. Several guests said the neighbourhood is pleasant, but you should get more watchful during the evenings.
If you're looking for a no-frills hostel in Barcelona at an affordable price, this is a good bet. Guests say that it offers a good price for the location. If you're looking to spend most of your time exploring outside anyway, the price is ideal for a place to sleep.
Several guests said that the owner was hospitable and helpful, but the problem was that some people had trouble finding staff at the reception desk when they checked in.
There have been complaints about shabby sheets, unclean linens and strange smells in the hotel rooms that they suspected of being cigarette smoke or mold. They complained that the towels were gray or stained. They also noted that the pillows were flat and smelled badly.
Several guests said they had trouble sleeping because the quality of the beds were poor and too small. They said the linens were in bad shape and that the bed was on casters on a tiled floor, making the bed quite wobbly.
Don't expect too much peace and quiet. Several guests complained of traffic and noise complaints outside the hotel.
No, Rio de Castro doesn’t offer pool areas.
No, Rio de Castro doesn’t allow pets.
No, Rio de Castro doesn’t provide parking.
Check-in at Rio de Castro is available from: . Check-out time is by .
Rio de Castro is located in Avinguda del Paral lel, 119, 08004, Barcelona, Spain.
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