The location of Gothic Point hostel is absolutely perfect, you can stroll to Las Ramblas, the port, zoo and many other locations. The beds were uncomfortable, it was really noisy and the air conditioner didn't work very well which is the middle of summer in Barcelona is a massive pain. The staff were great and willing to help, the breakfast was fairly good and filled us up for the day.

If you're going to stay here bring ear plugs to block out the noise.

I stayed here during the Sonar days in June 2003 (but can't select that option); anyway, Barcelona is always crowded!

My opinion might seem a bit outdated but, as I can see from other reviews, it hasn't changed much, except for the fact that you could choose the size of the dorm. Now seems they accomodate you where it better suits them.

I was in a 8? persons dorm room (I remember there were 4 "cubicles" in my area, then 2 to each side, maybe there was some extra...). When I seen the place well, I was 6 years younger and didn't mind THAT much, still looked very crowded. Had to climb to my "bed" (just a space with no mattress, just a linen and a separation from the next "space" where a couple was staying). There were 2 other "spaces" down there. There were curtains but was really uncomfortable. You would feel bad of just doing your stuff as any noise surrounded the place, and clubbers were sleeping or stuff... Some people didn't mind to speak at their phones at full volume though.

Sleeping quality... NOT. Not only it was very uncomfortable but expect noise at all times of the day. I was several hours inside there due a food intoxication and was unbearable. I fully understand people has to do their things, but that place is not prepared to have a quality sleep or rest; just to crash in to fall asleep if you're extremely tired (because it's not comfortable to sleep in a hard surface) or if you're one of those persons that can sleep in any condition.

There were lockers outside the room (for rental at that time - don't know about today). I did leave my stuff in there, because seemed that there was any control on the people who were coming in and out the place, and the Gothic area is not known for its safety...

The bathrooms deserved only a quick and functional visit. Always overcrowded. I had food intoxication during that stay (those fresh unwashed strawberries from the market, I think...) and always felt rushed!! Horrible. But felt "at home" at the bar just in the corner with Vía Laietana, there was a very nice Andalucian girl, who recommended me a mint tea and gave me a "Buscapina" (for stomach aching) :)

The breakfast was quite mediocre, so much that only took it one day. Preferred to pay 3€ or more for something more consistent than that. Also, seemed they weren't restocking.

Staff was so-so, just correct, but seemed quite stressed out.

I would look for somewhere else if going on budget to Barcelona again.

The hostel was ok, with some good features, like a large communal area, and terrace, and big lockers for your stuff, but 2 of my friends had their bags violently snatched, with passports and everything, whilst they were waiting to be let into the hostel as they were arriving. The hostel is in a great location, but it seems to be attracting theives. We heard of another group who had a rucksack stolen in the main entrance while they were waiting to leave. The hostel accomodation itself was fine - our room for 14 was on the tight size, but ok, and the showers were a bit hit and miss but ok. Breakfast again was ok - although the mouldy fruit in the fruit baskets was slightly off putting! Overall the place looks good, and has a nice atmosphere, but just be very much on your guard when you are arriving.

The best two things about this hostel were the privacy curtains around the beds in the rooms and the location. However unfortunately the positives seem to end here. This hostel was extremely noisy and it was impossible to get a good night's sleep due to both outside noise and people screaming and running amok in the corridors in the middle of the night. Some of the bunks are about 3m off the ground at the top of a wobbly ladder and if you need a bedsheet you have to pay for it. You are not meant to check in before midday- bad luck if you arrive on an overnight bus- and the shower cubicles are very small with no place to put your belongings. The attitude of a couple of the staff left a bit to be desired as well- don't come here looking for customer service- politeness was certainly not the order of the day for a couple of the staff i encountered- if they think you are stupid for not knowing something they will let you know!