Top 5 Student Accommodations in Barcelona

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Barcelona is one of the top study cities in Spain, and according to QS Best Student Cities 2013, it ranks 31st on global ranking. Over 20,000 students come to study here as it is home to two top universities: the University of Barcelona (UB) and Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona, ranking in the full 200 of QS World University Rankings.

Is Barcelona expensive?

The cost of living in Barcelona is less than most of the cities in Europe. It is 18.2 % lower than that of London. The monthly cost of living in Barcelona will be around €780 – €1,500 /month. This excludes your tuition fees. The cost of Barcelona student housing will range from €550 – €1,200 /month. Food will cost €330 /month and the cost of transportation will be €64 /month.

Please keep in mind that the cost of living will depend on your lifestyle.

In this blog, we will list the top 5 accommodations in Barcelona. We will give you an overview of properties, their location, distance, etc., to help you choose the right place.

Xior Collblanc Barcelona

This is a stylish and affordable student accommodation in Collblanc, located 10 minutes away from the Campus of Diagonal. They offer studio accommodations for students in single and sharing occupancy. The rooms are well-furnished with bed, study desk & chair, wardrobe, shared kitchen, window, private balcony, bathroom, drawers, etc. The place is also equipped with modern amenities to enhance your living conditions.

Location: Carrer Doctor Jaume Ferran i Clua, 20, 08903, Barcelona, Spain

Distance to and from universities:

Xior Collblanc Barcelona to University of Barcelona of Economics: 15 mins by bus/train ride

Xior Collblanc Barcelona to University of Barcelona: 19 min by bus/train ride

Xior Collblanc Barcelona to universitat politècnica de catalunya: 16 mins by bus/train ride

Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk.

Utilities: Staying in Xior Collblanc Barcelona comes with an inclusive bill of:

Electricity
Water
WiFi
Heating

Security & Safety

CCTV
Secure Door-Entry

Places nearby Xior Collblanc Barcelona

Food & Bar: Futballarium Barcelona, Las Corts, La Traga Street Food, Si b moi, etc

Grocery: Cherry Super Latino, Tienda ailmentacion, etc

Medical: RIERA BLANCA MEDICAL CENTER

Attractions: Parc d’atraccions Tibidabo, Art display, Camp Nou Robokeeper, Mural de Freancesc Candel, etc.

BLAU Student Housing

Most of the students opt for this student housing in Barcelona as it provides sustainable student living and a space to have independent living. It is only rides away from most of the institutions in the city. Unlike most of the student homes, they set up the place to be modern, yet warm and cosy setting, along with furnishings and modern facilities. You can choose a student apartment or a studio student room. The rooms come completely furnished with the best furnishings. Then to simplify your stay, the student homes are equipped with best-in-class facilities to bring joy and comfort to your stay.

Location: C/ del Perú, 110, Sant Martí, 08018 Barcelona, Spain

Distance to and from universities:

Barcelona Executive Business School: 16 mins by bus/train ride
Barcelona Art of Academy: 12 min by bus/train ride
Barcelona East School of Engineering: 14 minutes by bus/train ride

Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike

Utilities: Staying in BLAU Student Housing Barcelona comes with an inclusive bill of:

Electricity
Gas
WiFi
Cleaning

Security & Safety

24-Hour On-Call Staff
Secure Door-Entry

Places nearby BLAU Student Housing Barcelona

Food & Bar: L’Artesana Poblenou, Bar Restaurant Angela, Restaurant Barroca, Bar Resturant Trujillo, etc
Grocery: Supermarket, City Supermarket, Bon Supermercat, etc
Medical: Doctor Barcelona, Fresenius Medical Care, etc
Attractions: Caga Tio, El Pont del Bisbe, Moonwalk Group, Graffiti wall, Rambla De Mar

Diagonal Besos Barcelona

This modern student accommodation is close to many universities, with the bus stops Av Eduard Maristany or Ronda Litoral, Sant Ramon de Penyafort 3-4 minutes away from the property. They offer furnished rooms and student apartments, including a bed, wardrobe, bathroom, kitchen, window, etc. The property also provides modern amenities for studios and apartments.

Location: Av. de Francesc Botey, 51, 08930 Sant Adrià de Besòs, Barcelona

Distance to and from universities:

Diagonal Besos Barcelona to Autonomous University of Barcelona: 18 mins by bus/train ride

Diagonal Besos Barcelona to University of Barcelona: 19 min by bus/train ride

Diagonal Besos Barcelona to Universitat politècnica de catalunya: 16 mins by bus/train ride

Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk.

Utilities: Staying in Diagonal Besos Barcelona comes with an inclusive bill of:

Broadband
Ventilation system
Air Conditioner
Electricity
Water

Security & Safety

Video Security
24/7 Security

Places nearby Diagonal Besos Barcelona

Food & Bar: Gujarati Grill BBQ Restaurant, Master Chef Restaurant Barcelona, Frankfurt El Mercat, etc

Grocery: Supermarket, Cash & Carry, etc

Medical: Centre Salut Doctor Barraquer

Attractions: Moonwalk Group, Parc d’atraccions Tibidabo, Mirador torre Glories, etc

Marina Barcelona

Marina is in a vibrant neighborhood of Barcelona, and it is a 10-minute walking distance from Centro Universitario de Diseno BAU and Universitat Pompeu Fabra. The accommodation is well designed and fully furnished to provide the best and most enjoyable stay. In each room, there is a comfortable bed, wardrobe, study desk & chair, drawers, etc. You can take advantage of the best amenities in the house, too.

Location: C. de Pallars, 135, 08018 Barcelona, Spain

Distance to and from universities:

Marina Barcelona to Pompeu Fabra University: 9 mins by bus/train ride

Marina Barcelona to University of Barcelona: 15 mins by bus/train ride

Marina Barcelona to TBS in Barcelona: 13 mins by bus/train ride

Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk.

Utilities: Staying in Marina Barcelona comes with an inclusive bill of:

Water
Gas
Electricity
Heating
Cleaning

Security & Safety

CCTV
Secure Door-Entry

Places nearby Marina Barcelona

Food & Bar: Cafe Menssana, Honest Greens Westfield Glories, Picnic, All You Eat Is Love, etc

Grocery: Grocery Store, Bon Supermercat, Euro Save Supermarket, etc

Medical: Doctor Barcelona, Fresenius Medical Care, etc

Attractions: Parc d’atraccions Tibidabo, Moonwalk Group, Mirador torre Glories, etc

Xior Lofttown Barcelona

It is a fully furnished student residence located by the sea in the district of Collblanc. It is also very close to Zona University. You can enjoy your stay with a unique experience offered by the accommodation, with spacious rooms having comfy beds, wardrobes, drawers, chairs, etc. And its amenities are unique and will keep you occupied during your stay.

Location: Carrer de Seneca, 24-26, 08006 Barcelona

Distance to and from universities:

or Lofttown Barcelona to Pompeu Fabra University: 9 mins by bus/train ride

Xior Lofttown Barcelona to University of Barcelona: 15 mins by bus/train ride

Xior Lofttown Barcelona to TBS in Barcelona: 13 mins by bus/train ride

Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk.

Utilities: Staying in Xior Lofttown Barcelona comes with an inclusive bill of:

Broadband
Ventilation system
Air Conditioner
Electricity Included
Water Included

Security & Safety

Video Security
24/7 Security

Places nearby Xior Lofttown Barcelona

Food & Bar: Bronzo- Bar e cucina. Buenas Migas, Good Times Barcelona, etc

Grocery: Supermercat, Consum Supermarket, etc

Medical: Homedical

Attractions: Art Display, Parc d’atraccions Tibidabo, Moonwalk Group, Mirador torre Glories, etc

Diagonal Alto Barcelona

It is a perfect place for living and thriving as a student here. The residency is located 10 minutes away from the University of Barcelona. They offer studio rooms for many types of occupancy. The accommodation is fully furnished and has a nice room with comfy beds, wardrobe, bathroom, study chair & table, etc. You can enjoy the best amenities while staying at this place.

Location: Carrer de Sant Mateu, 9, 08950 Esplugues de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain

Distance to and from universities:

Diagonal Alto Barcelona to Universitat politècnica de catalunya: 16 mins by bus/train ride

Diagonal Alto Barcelona to UIC Barcelona International University of Catalonia: 13 min by bus/train ride

Diagonal Alto Barcelona to University of Barcelona: 28 mins by bus/train ride

Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk.

Utilities: Staying in Diagonal Alto Barcelona comes with an inclusive bill of: