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The story of Urbany Hostels
It all started in 1976 with a Catalan farmhouse and three years later with a travel agency.
This Catalan farmhouse became the 1st of the 15 facilities managed by Rosa dels Vents in Spain, both for summer camps and school stays. Currently Rosa dels Vents is one of the leaders of youth tourism in Spain, and the 1st holiday camp company to obtain the ISO 9001 quality certificate.
Urbany Hostel’s philosophy is simple:
We believe that budget accommodation should not mean lower quality.
The travel agency began in the post-war era and was the dream of a few young travellers who wanted to make it possible to explore the world, experience new cultures and have adventures. You could say they were the forerunners of tourism in Spain or the now famous "low cost tourism". Today it is one of the oldest travel agencies in Spain with CIF A-08626483 .
The company grew as the years passed and slowly the hotel division known as RV Hotels took shape. Today we have three hotels and more than 750 apartments along the Spanish coast.
Urbany hostels started with the 2nd generation of this family business in 2006. The idea was to merge all the knowledge and experience gained through Rosa dels Vents and RV Hotels, and reinventing the concept of low-cost accomodation, without losing the essence of our origins in adventure tourism and backpacking.
What to expect from us
All of our hostels work with the same quality standards
- Best locations, clean facilities & high security systems.
- All rooms feature comfortable mattresses and private bathrooms (except UH London).
- All rooms are equipped with A/C & heating system, individual reading light and personal lockers.
- Spacious dining spaces suitable for big groups and outdoors areas.
- Bar service (except UH London) & daily activities.
- Free wi-fi connection throughout the building.
- All of our hostels have open kitchens, laundry and luggage storage.
- Maximum security with video surveillance.
- Group services: meals, picnics & personalized activities on request.
- Fire certificates, security and liability insurance available.
Our promise
In Urbany we love to travel, and we know exactly what people expect from our youth hostels. We are developing a new concept in budget accommodation, spending more time and money on those aspects most appreciated by young travellers.
Our goal is to offer much more than a just cheap bed to sleep in.
Quality hostels at a good price, this is our daily challenge. We are focused on improving the quality standards of our hostels and being a leader in safety, comfort and cleanliness for our customers, while having fun along the way!
We handle all of our facilities directly and organize all the activities with our own staff.
We are committed to green practices, technology and anything to make the young traveller’s stay easier and cheaper without sacrificing comfort and convenience.
We at Urbany Hostels know that travellers stay in hostels to meet people. All Urbany hostels have always been designed with this in mind.
FAQs
How can I make a reservation?
Book on our website (yes, you already are in the correct place!) to get the best rate! We do not do reservations through the phone or email. In case you have any doubt while making your reservation, please get in touch with the hostel you are trying to book.
Do Urbany Hostels have any age restrictions?
In UH London only guests from 18 to 40 years old are allowed (if you are outside this range please contact the hostel directly). In both Barcelona hostels the maximum allowed age is 50 years old and guests under 18 can stay only if they are accompanied at least of an adult (18 years old or over). Under 16 years old must stay in private rooms and proof kinship with their companions. 17 and 16 years old can stay in shared dorms as long as they are with an adult (18 years old or over) that signs a liability document.
Is there a time limit to check in?
No time limit cos our front desk is open 24/7! (but if you are planning to reach the hostel after 4am, it would be great if you let us know!)
Wich is the cancelation policy? Can I modify or cancel my reservation?
It depends on the type of reservation you did. If you booked the Flexible Rate on our website, you can easily change/cancel 48h before check in by reaching our bookings department by email (we do not accept cancellations by phone/whatsapp). If you booked via a third party, please get in touch directly with them.
Can I make a reservation without a credit card?
Unfortunately it is not possible, a credit card is mandatory to confirm a reservation.
How many nights can I stay?
We have a 7 day maximum stay per every 30 days.
I haven't received a confirmation email. What should I do?
Sorry about that! Please, contact the bookings department of the hostel you have booked and give them your full name, date of arrival and confirmation number (if you have it). They will look for your reservation and resend your confirmation email.
Can I be sure all my friends will be put into the same dorm?
We always strive to accommodate requests to place you and your friends in the same dorm. If you’ve booked separate beds and wish to stay together, you can contact the hostel to make a request. However, please note that this is subject to availability. To guarantee staying together, consider booking private room.
Can I make a group reservation?
Yes! Our groups reservation departement is ready to assist you. If you are travelling with 14 people or more, please get in touch with them by filling up this form.
Do I need an ID to check in?
Yes, to check in it is compulsory to show an ID (only European citizens) or Passport to check in the hostel.
Is bed linen included?
Yes, all reservations include bed linen, pillow and duvet.
And what about towels?
Towels are only included in the double private room reservations (and pink dorms in Barcelona). We have towels available for rent at the front desk.
Is there a kitchen for the guests?
Yes, we have fully equipped guest kitchens where you can prepare your signature dish for you and your travel mates.
Is there curfew?
No, reception is open 24/7.
Can I invite guests who are not staying at the hostel?
Unfortunately not. For security reasons, we do not accept people who are not staying in the hostel.
Is there free wifi?
Of course! All our hostels are equipped with free Wifi connection.
How can I get to the hostel?
Check our contact page, find the hostel you boooked and find out the best way to reach the hostel by public transportation.
How can I get in touch with the hostel?
Check our contact page: if you wanna chat directly with the hostel reception you can use whatsapp. To manage a reservation, please send an email to the bookings department.
Why should I book Urbany Hostels?
Urbany Hostels is a youth hostel company based in Barcelona, created by travelers for travelers. Our core values make us who we are. We strongly believe that our guests deserve much more that just affordable accommodation; staying at Urbany Hostels is about having fun, meeting new people and enjoy a safe stay.
Do you offer accommodation for big groups?
Yes, both of our hostel in Barcelona have capacity for big groups of people. We also offer accommodation for small groups in central London.
Why should I book a hostel for a group trip?
Youth hostels are ideal places to stay for groups who are looking for the cheapest accommodation options. They often have large rooms or dormitories, spacious common areas, different entertainment activities and group meals. If you are looking for cheap accommodation for a group in Barcelona and London, Urbany will be your best choice!
Do you offer group activities?
Yes! We offer an endless list of fun activities for groups: paella showcookings, tapas nights, karaokes, private rooftop parties… everything is personalized and we can adapt to your group’s necessities.