Chic and Basic Tallers is like a hostel on steroids. By far the best aspects of this hostel are the actual beds, desk staff and the well stocked 'breakfast' fridge that you can dip into whenever you like. One of the features we loved was the in-room speakers playing chilled out music which could be adjusted at will. But the... more

This was a clean, comfortable and friendly place to stay. It was on two separate levels of an apartment building, so you had to go downstairs for breakfast/reception if you were on the higher level, which was a bit annoying. There was free internet which was great, as well as a kitchen stocked with bread, cereal, muffins, fruit, cheese, ham,... more

great location 5 mins from rambles. Our room 8 overlooked road which was quiet bathroom was minute-ovoid rooms 2 & 8 staff friendly. The best thing is you can make a coffee,tea snacks 24hrs for free!! more

Chic and Basic is a wonderful hotel/hostel, though I would describe it as more the former than the latter. It is located in El Born - only an extremely pleasant five minute scenic stroll from the Ramblas (should you feel obliged to go there!). There are lots of cute boutiques and bars and cafes in the area - full of... more

Centrally located- 1 min walk to Universitat metro station. Close to MACBA. Excellent staff (friendly and helpful). Love the concept of the self-serve snacks bar and internet which is available 24/7. The only downside: the room is small (we were in medium size room #1) and the window is facing 2 meters from the wall outside. We also stayed at... more

Chic and Basic was a refreshing alternative to a big hotel to stay in Barcelona. It's in an apartment building and has two floors. Inside the lighting and music are very cool, and the rooms are small, but for the location and what you get it's worth it! The room we stayed in had a king bed, tv, sound system... more

We were truly amazed by the utmost central yet quiet location - perfect to drop in and out of the main spots and close to catch the tourist bus and to commute in and out of the city. Staff (we experienced three members in three days) were all exeptionally competent and friendly. We just loved the concept of having "your... more

The Chic & Basic concept is simply great. Everything from this hostal is cool except from the bathroom, which has been a bit of a problem. One reviewer wrote exactly what the real drawback of these 'designer's' toilets is. If you close the shower, the toilet remains open and viceversa. The bathroom is basically ... in the room! However, I've... more

My husband & I spent 7 nights in Barcelona for our honeymoon & we stayed in C&B Tallers during this period. It's a totally cool concept. Though it's a hostel, it doesn't really feel/look like one. Love the communal pantry area where we can have free muffins, bread, biscuits, fruits & beverages for FREE. And also the FREE internet access.... more