TOC Hostel Barcelona

Location: Frequently praised for proximity to metro stations, major attractions , and convenience for walking to restaurants, shops, and public transport.(based on 114 reviews)

This hostel is disappointing overall. I thought this would be a good spot for digital nomads to socialise but it wasn’t. The bunk bed in room 403 was completely sagged. If you have a sensitive lower back like me, you'd might end up the next morning with pain. This was the first time in a month of traveling that that happened. My second-hand IKEA couch at home feels more supportive than this bed. The upper bunks also have no curtains or rails, so when someone turns on the light at night it shines straight into your eyes. For work a stable connection is essential, but the Wi-Fi here was really poor. The lockers are placed so high it’s hard to reach them if you’re short and carrying a big backpack. Other small inconveniences: only one washing machine and one dryer, one hooks and no shelves in the shower to put your clothes, silverfish in the toilet, poor lighting at the sink (not great for makeup) and no clean bowls at breakfast. I had to eat my cereal out of a coffee mug. They also make you pay for luggage storage. The air conditioning didn’t work in the common area (with almost no atmosphere), so I ended up sweating during my online meetings - and the Wi-Fi barely reached that space either. I actually left at noon to work from a café instead. The last straw was when a staff member insisted she’d given me a laundry token when she clearly hadn’t, and we had an awkward argument over it. To be fair, the rest of the staff were kind and attentive. The breakfast team always greeted guests with a smile and the reception staff listened and even offered a small compensation after I explained my issues. I really wish I could rate it higher, but between the bad bed, weak Wi-Fi, and hot common areas, it just wasn’t a pleasant stay.

Third time going back TOC Barcelona. The brand is keeping the same professional tradition based on satisfaction and quality. In the heart and midway of all strategic places. Breakfast is complete and very rich. If you feel tired don't go to the beach just relax in their swimming pool with original cocktails or stay connected smartly in the saloon.