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Hotel Barcelona Universal

4.0 star property
Escape to an urban retreat where delicious breakfasts meet stunning views and relaxing poolside loungers.

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Poolside bar
Lobby sitting area
Poolside views, open daily
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Experience the epitome of eco-friendly luxury at Hotel Barcelona Universal. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, unwind with a massage at the spa, or dive into a book from the library. Connect with in-room WiFi and savor local cuisine for breakfast or dinner.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is €121
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb

Room options

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Superior

Superior

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Privilege

Privilege

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Del Paral.lel, Del 76-78, Barcelona, 08001

What's nearby

  • La Rambla - 10 min walk
  • Boqueria Market - 12 min walk
  • Barcelona Cathedral - 16 min walk
  • Plaça de Catalunya - 3 min drive
  • Barceloneta Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 28 min drive
  • Plaça de Catalunya Station - 21 min walk
  • Barcelona Paseo de Gracia Station - 24 min walk
  • França Station - 25 min walk
  • Parc de Montjuic Station - 1 min walk
  • Paral-lel Station - 1 min walk
  • Drassanes Station - 9 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Sala Apolo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Confitería - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Antic Cafè Espanyol - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Federica - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Brasería los Cachitos - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Barcelona Universal

Hotel Barcelona Universal features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of La Rambla. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy local and international cuisine at THE WOLF, which is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers like the location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient to public transportation: Parc de Montjuic Station and Paral-lel Station are only steps away.

Languages

Catalan, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 167 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property is located in the city's Low Emission Zone; only low-emission vehicles are permitted to enter. Guests with non-Spanish license plates must register their vehicle with the city in advance.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (EUR 30 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–11 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (646 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car hire
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2001
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

THE WOLF – This restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.
TERRACE BAR – This bar is located by the pool. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Biosphere – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: EUR 100 per stay
  • A damage deposit of EUR 100 will be collected before check-in

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6.27 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 18.5 per person
  • Hosted evening meal costs EUR 20

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during January, February, March, November and December:
  • Bar/Lounge

Parking

  • Self-parking costs EUR 30 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number HB-004114

Also known as

Hotel Barcelona Universal
Barcelona Universal
Universal Barcelona
Barcelona Universal Hotel Catalonia
Barcelona Universal Barcelona
Hotel Barcelona Universal Hotel
Hotel Barcelona Universal Barcelona
Hotel Barcelona Universal Hotel Barcelona

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Barcelona Universal offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Barcelona Universal does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 30 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Barcelona (5-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Barcelona Universal and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and skydiving, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness centre.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Barcelona Universal?

Yes, THE WOLF offers local and international cuisine and poolside dining.

Does Hotel Barcelona Universal have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.

What's the area around Hotel Barcelona Universal like?

Hotel Barcelona Universal is in Downtown Barcelona, a short 1-minute walk from Parc de Montjuic Station and 10 minutes' walk from La Rambla. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

Hotel Barcelona Universal Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staffs
Chiying, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel at reasonable price
Very clean and efficient and we paid a very reasonable price. Location is good right by Las Ramblas and metro station outside.
Jeremy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a lovely stay and location was ideal for site seeing
Jennifer, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel located right in the heart of the city...easy access to most tourist sites. Staff wete friendly and rooms were very clean and daily cleaning maintained. Definitely a place ill come again.
Josephine, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were fabulous and so helpful, would definately stay again
Danielle, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel, well situated downtown, sort taxi to cruise port.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were extremely friendly & helpful. Location is great, and the room layout we got was perfect for a couple with a teen in a separate area.
Chris, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location
Good location. Hotel room needs maintenance. Overall good value for money.
SUK YAN, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Property was close to cruise terminal. They had a really nice roof top bar.
Cathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

GOOD HOTEL
Raul, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

This was a nice hotel in a convenient area, right by the metro. Plenty of dining options nearby, and walking distance to most sites around the city.
Julia, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, clean rooms, moderate breakfast. Needs better noise isolation at the windows because of the noise of street comes in the whole night.
Vadi, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location
Good location and comfortable room. Friendly staff.
Amir, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a very nice hotel. I’m glad I chose to stay at Hotel Barcelona. Walking distance to La Rambla so convenient and not noisy. Hotel furnishings were updated and clean. I would definitely stay here again next time I’m in Barcelona.
RAMON, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff very friendly and helpful and fast to solve the problem , location close to metro
Joveanna, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location.
Kim, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location with great service.
Leisure trip with my daughter and we had a wonderful stay. The rooftop pool and bar are superb to sit around as the sun goes down. Excellent breakfast choice and the staff are incredibly helpful. Close to lots of great places to eat and easy to get on the Metro. Thoroughly recommended
Derek, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and attentive staff
Margaret, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel staff in all areas were excellant, very helpful and friendly. Breakfast very good
mandy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

highly recommendable
Maria, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it looking forward to going back
Kenya, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay, the staff were all very helpful, Breakfast had good choices. Enjoyed the roof top pool and bar for some relaxing time after a day exploring the city.
Deborah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Breakfast was realy famous and a great big option
Laura, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel near the metro in Barcelona. The breakfast was amazing. Area felt safe and was easily walkable also.
Jane, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel
Saakshi, 3-night trip