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Hotel Barcelona Universal

4.0 star property
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Poolside bar
Property entrance
Poolside views, open daily
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Privilege | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Del Paral.lel, Del 76-78, Barcelona, 08001
  • La Rambla
    10 min walk
  • Columbus Monument
    11 min walk
  • Boqueria Market
    12 min walk
  • Barcelona (BCN-Barcelona Intl.)
    23 min drive
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Room options

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Superior | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior

  • 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

  • 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

  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Privilege | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Privilege

  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About this property

Hotel Barcelona Universal

Eco-certified Barcelona hotel in Downtown Barcelona with a fitness centre
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness centre. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar and a snack bar/deli are on-site.
Hotel Barcelona Universal offers 167 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Barcelona hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

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

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the sightseeing around Hotel Barcelona Universal. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from La Rambla. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine while dining at THE WOLF
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the proximity to public transport
  • Steps from Sant Pau del Camp and 6 minutes on foot from Refugi 307
Hotel Barcelona Universal offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 646 square feet (60 square metres) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at the eco-certified Hotel Barcelona Universal. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Barcelona hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.
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.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily. Reservations are required.

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.

Languages

Catalan, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (EUR 30 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee: EUR 17.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 20; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • TERRACE BAR
  • THE WOLF

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2001
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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.

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 17.5 per person
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 30 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 20

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Property Registration Number HB-004114

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Hotel Barcelona Universal Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 586 out of 1109 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 370 out of 1109 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1109 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1109 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1109 reviews" "

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

8/10 Good

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There were a few issues in the restaurant and it took sone hkurs to fix the air conditioning on our floor. The hotel was modern, clean and the staff generally helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cortney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the subway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cortney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the subway.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lorilyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was very clean and modern. The staff was excellent throughout the property. I ordered a two bed room and received a one king sized bed. The safe in our room did not work.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow. Just returned from three nights at Barcelona Universal Hotel. This hotel exceeded our expectations. The restaurant/breakfast was lovely. Staff were so helpful. Will definitely be staying here again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Miguel

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria

Travelled with partner
Hotel needs some TLC. Front desk Staff very friendly and helpful. Room was spacious but bathroom a little tight. Also had some issues with lack of hot water in the bathroom sink but only in the mornings.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jatender, Vancouver

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good dinner options. Nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Friendly and accommodating staff. Room was clean and comfortable. Nice pool and rooftop bar. The Barcelona Universal helped make our trip very enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anatoly

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Need to train their personal
The hotel was ok but personnel wasn’t paying attention to customer requests. As result the whole stay wasn’t enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff. Really lovely and helpful - from reception, to restaurant, to cleaners. Room a bit noisy but nice. Rooftop lovely. Great for relaxing. Enjoyed hanging out at hotel. Good selection at breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey, Dollard-Des-Ormeaux

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

SALOMON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot in Barcelona.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ella Jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great base in Barcelona!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Good value Wonderful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lorena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Easy checkin and allowed a later check out as we had ro catch a cruise. Nice reception 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darran

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it looking forward to going back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulito

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooftop has great pools. Great style. Location is excellent as the metro stop is outside the door. Local Food options all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024