Barcelona Universal Hotel
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Hotel Overview
4 Day break
The Universal is a great hotel. Very centrally located and adjacent to the efficient metro...
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DaveJ
- May 12, 2013
great hotel, excellent location
Very accomodating meal plan breakfast excellent, and had dinner one night very good
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Bobbie T.
- May 10, 2013
Up-to-the-minute lodging with free Wi-Fi close to downtown attractions
A hop and a skip on foot from Las Ramblas, Barcelona Universal Hotel offers contempo-chic rooms and suites with up-to-the-minute trimmings such as free Wi-Fi. A favorite among business visitors to Barcelona, it features extensive on-site facilities and well-trained staff. The tenth-floor swimming pool showcases stellar vistas of Barcelona's skyline. The solarium and fitness center next door are a boon for leisure visitors. The first-floor restaurant dishes out international fare.
Barcelona Universal Hotel Rooms
- Universal Triole - Free WIFI (3 people)
- These are the rooms that best define our hotel. Modern and comfortable rooms, much larger than Universal Roomm with ensuite full marble bathroom. Room Facilities: Free of Charge Safety Deposit Box, Free of Charge WIFI + High Speed Internet Connection, Minibar, Full Bath, TV, Telephone, Air Conditioning and heating, private toilet, Satellite TV, Hairdryer, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Work Desk, Ironing Facilities, Bathroom amenities.
- Universal Room - Free WIFI (1 or 2 people)
- These are the rooms that best define our hotel. Modern and comfortable rooms with ensuite full marble bathroom. Room Facilities: Free of Charge Safety Deposit Box, Free of Charge WIFI + High Speed Internet Connection, Minibar, Full Bath, TV, Telephone, Air Conditioning and heating, private toilet, Satellite TV, Hairdryer, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Work Desk, Ironing Facilities, Bathroom amenities.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Outdoor pool
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Concierge
- Elevators
- Activities
- Outdoor pool
- Fitness center or spa
- Solarium
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Laundry service
- Safe deposit box
- Tour desk
- Conference facilities
- Currency exchange
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- Parking
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Barcelona.
- Nearby airports
- Barcelona International Airport (BCN) only 12 KMS away from the hotel.
- Area description
- Hotel Barcelona Universal is located on Avenida Paralel, number 76, just a few steps away from Las Ramblas (metro station "PARALEL", lines 2 and 3, just in front of the hotel). The locations gives to the hotel's guests access to some of Barcelona's most emblematic and celebrated areas such as the Old Port, the Gothic neighbourhood, the Liceu Theatre, the Palau de la Msica Catalana, the Cathedral, the Magical Fountains of Montjuc, CaixaForum, the Grec Theatre, Poble Espanyol, the Mies van der Rohe Pavilion and the Olympic Stadium. Hotel Barcelona Universal is nearby to countless tourist attractions, as well as the city's key business and commercial areas, the World Trade Centre, the Barcelona Fira and the Palau de Congresos Convention Centre.
Nearby points of interest
- Royal Square: 0.3 mi
- El Raval: 0.3 mi
- Port of Barcelona: 0.3 mi
- La Rambla: 0.5 mi
- Columbus Monument: 0.5 mi
- Ciutat Vella: 0.5 mi
- World trade centre and Moll de Barcelona: 0.7 mi
- Fira de Barcelona: 0.8 mi
- Plaza Catalunya: 0.9 mi
- Barcelona Olympic Stadium: 0.9 mi
- La Ribera: 1 mi
- Plaza de Espanya: 1 mi
- La Maquinista: 1.2 mi
- Paseo de Gracia: 1.2 mi
- Passeig de Gracia - Metro Diagonal: 1.3 mi
- Royal Square: 0.3 mi
- El Raval: 0.3 mi
- Port of Barcelona: 0.3 mi
- La Rambla: 0.5 mi
- Columbus Monument: 0.5 mi
- Ciutat Vella: 0.5 mi
- World trade centre and Moll de Barcelona: 0.7 mi
- Fira de Barcelona: 0.8 mi
- Plaza Catalunya: 0.9 mi
- Barcelona Olympic Stadium: 0.9 mi
- La Ribera: 1 mi
- Plaza de Espanya: 1 mi
- La Maquinista: 1.2 mi
- Paseo de Gracia: 1.2 mi
- Passeig de Gracia - Metro Diagonal: 1.3 mi
- Catalonia Square: 1.4 mi
- Casa Mila: 1.4 mi
- Plaza Espanya: 1.6 mi
- Les Corts: 1.6 mi
- Sants Rail Station: 1.7 mi
- Olympic Port: 1.8 mi
- Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família: 2 mi
- Via Augusta: 2.3 mi
- Nou Camp Stadium: 2.4 mi
- Camp Nou: 2.4 mi
- Hospital de Sant Pau: 2.5 mi
- Guell Park: 2.8 mi
- La Sagrera Rail Station: 3.3 mi
- Diagonal Mar Shopping centre: 3.4 mi
- Forum: 3.7 mi
Dining
- Restaurant
- The restaurant offers full breakfast buffet in the morning and a salads buffet for dinner.
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- There are 4 meeting rooms (under request directly to the hotel). Also, on the 9th floor there is a lobby that clients can use free of charge for small meetings.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (138)
Ratings and reviews for Barcelona Universal Hotel
- All travelers (138) 4.3 / 5
- Business (4) 4.5 / 5
- Couples (74) 4.1 / 5
- Families (14) 4.6 / 5
- Friends (10) 4.4 / 5
- Singles (5) 4.2 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (3) 4.7 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.6
- Hotel staff:
- 4.5
- Room comfort:
- 4.3
- Location:
- 4.5
- Value:
- 4.2
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
30th anniversary party
A rare experience
Fantastic. Stayed Late September 2012. Arrived early as a party of 3 couples. Desk staff polite and extremely helpful, only 1 room available on arrival (5 hours early) but despite this being a superior room, was freely offered as an upgrade at no extra charge. remaining rooms available on the dot at 3pm. Everything clean, showers with plenty of pressure and lashings of hot water. If the staff had control over the weather, I'm sure that also would have been nothing but sun! A tribute to excellent customer service and satisfaction.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Use touristic bus to get your bearings on the first day (and a mass of money off vouchers), then by the transport travelcard.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Prof.
we had agreat time ib Barcelona.
we had agreat time ib Barcelona. Hotel was good
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Ron44
They're Not The 4 Seasons!
Great place to stay. Dont get confused thinking that like most BCN area tourist class hotels, that breakfasts are included. At this one, it isn't. Don't open the mini bar, and you won't be charged. Even if you attempt to look, front desk knows. Keep these two things in mind, and you'll be in good shape.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Traveler girl with friend
Barcelona 4 day trip
Good location, friendly staff. We liked that it was near La Rambla.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Axeldawg
Cruise Club
We stayed here prior to a cruise out of Barcelona. It was in a great location, the metro was right out the front door. Staff was very accomodating and very helpful!!! Awesome place and I would stay here again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Use the metro to get around town. The T-10 card is 9Euro and you get 10 trips!! Great deal!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
RJXX
Loved it--would return gladly
Great location--steps from Metro. Nice size room. Good staff.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
FCBarcelona
Wonderful Honeymoon!!
My husband and I went to Barcelona for our honeymoon, we picked this hotel based on the good reviews we read prior and stayed 10 days here. The hotel was wonderful, the staff was extremely nice, and the location was perfect. It's right next to the metro station (literally), and within walking distance of La Ramba (10 minute walk). Very quiet at night too, we couldn't hear any foot traffic, the metro, or much of anything except for the occasional ambulances. The room was super clean, more clean than a lot of hotels here in the U.S. We felt very safe here, and I would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Barcelona. There are many little restaurants next door which were delicious, try a Bikini at Cafe Pepe! Barcelona Universal even helped us get tickets to the Barcelona/Chelsea Champions League Semifinal game. The sold out game was a dream come true when they called to inform us they had found tickets for us. You can't go wrong with this place. Truly made our honeymoon!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Saints
Lovely hotel
A lovely hotel,tasteful decor, very friendly and helpful staff. Hotel is in a great location, very close to all the attractions. Only 5 minutes to La Rambla and 20 minutes from the beautiful beaches usually open March to November due to it's very warm Mediterranean climate. Added bonus it even has a metro station right outside the hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
There are plethora of restaurants serving cuisine from around the world.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Bcn2012
Pre Cruise Hotel
We stayed at this hotel for one night pre and post cruise and were pleased with the convient location as it was just a 12 Euro taxi ride with our luggage to the cruise port. It is also located right next to the metro and within 15 minutes walking to la rambles. We would stay here again for the good price and location.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Mixxx
Trip
The staff was excellent. They knew how and where to go about where you needed to go. Metro right outside you door to get around the city. If you want to do a lot of sightseeing I would sugguest get the hop on hop off bus tour for two days. The beach was nice all the churches and tours. The only bad thing was people smoking every where. Even when trying to eat outside but other than that it was excellent.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Take the subway and train and bus it's so easy to follow and a lot cheaper than taxi. Buy the T-10 package because it coming out to under 1euo per ride.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
PennyO
Excellent well positioned hotel
We stayed here at the end of July 2012. The rooms were a good size with modern furniture and fittings. The staff were extremely helpful, proving advice on the "best pickpockets in the world", we were are able to check in early which was a real bonus as we had an early flight and the hotel had a secured luggage storage facility which we used on our last day. Some people have commented in the noise but this is a city centre hotel so to be expected and we did not find the level disturbing at all. The hotel is very close to a metro stop, 1 stop from the bottom of La Ramblas and easy access to all attractions (would recommend the Barcelona card for unlimited use of public transport as the metro system is excellent and a god way to see the city). We didn't eat in the hotel so can't comment on the food. The only minor issue was that the roof top poo, was out of order for the first couple of days of our stay, as this was one of the reasons for choosing this hotel it was a little disappointing but in no way spoiled our stay. The pool and roof terrace are small but well provided for and great for cooling off after a day sightseeing. All in all very comfortable, well appointed with excellent staff and I would definitely stay here again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Money-saving tip:
Not Applicable
Get a Barcelona card, nlmited use of public transport plus map and a book of vouchers for discounts off most attractions. Also avoids having to get cash out in a city famed for tis pick pockets. If you have to eat on La Ramblas pick carefully, most are tourist traps with poor quality food and service.
