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Hotel Barcelona Universal

4.0 star property
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Poolside bar
Pool views, open daily
Property entrance
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Pool views, open daily

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Del Paral.lel, Del 76-78, Barcelona, 08001
  • Place, La Rambla
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Boqueria Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Barcelona Cathedral
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Barcelona (BCN-Barcelona Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬
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Room options

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Premium Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(83 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Barcelona

Located in Downtown Barcelona, Hotel Barcelona Universal is adjacent to Sant Pau del Camp and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Refugi 307. This 4-star hotel has 167 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Avenida del Paralelo - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Victoria Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • La Rambla - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Boqueria Market - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Barcelona Cathedral - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Parc de Montjuic Station - 1 min walk
  • França Station - 4 min drive
  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Confitería - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Asador De Aranda - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Antic Cafè Espanyol - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪JOMO Coffee & Brunch - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Barcelona Universal

Guests staying at Hotel Barcelona Universal enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and a rooftop terrace. Self parking is available for EUR 26 per day. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
Guests can expect 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Minibars, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

Children 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 26 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 18 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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

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
  • Elevator
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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 9.24 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 26 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 20

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

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-2 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number HB-004114

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

Hotel Barcelona Universal provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

As of Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Barcelona Universal on Mar 29, 2026 start from $154, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of Hotel Barcelona Universal?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Barcelona within a short 10-minute walk of La Rambla and also 19 minutes on foot from Montjuïc. You'll also find Plaça de Catalunya and Passeig de Gràcia within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 26 per day. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Barcelona Universal include a casino?

No, Hotel Barcelona Universal doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Is Hotel Barcelona Universal good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant and an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms feature in-room massages.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Barcelona Universal have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Barcelona Universal serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at THE WOLF.

Does Hotel Barcelona Universal allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Barcelona Universal though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Hotel Barcelona Universal?

The closest major airport to Hotel Barcelona Universal is Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), which is 10.3 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Barcelona Universal.

Hotel Barcelona Universal Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 605 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1082 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ok but on a noisy street
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

WARREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amor

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Efficient check in and nice welcome, great location too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raynell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing roof top!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient and courteous staff. Just great. And
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kacie, WESTMINSTER

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff & close to many sightseeing areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Saifelnassr, St. Cloud

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhijit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very good and welcoming. Location is right next to the metro and plenty of restaurants near by.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Fratila

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a weekend break. Nice location for the beach and restaurants. Breakfast buffet was good. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Neil, Fair Lawn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Miranda

Room was clean and well kept. Breakfast was great and my family loved that there was a big selection. However the temperature in the room was hard to manage at times, and the street noise in the middle of the night (2am) was a bit
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Did not have breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mercedita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, friendly staff, walkable near restaurant, shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mercedita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel close to everything including airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Haonan

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good AC - great shower/bath
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vince room, clean. Excellent staff, great location. Really enjoyed the roof-top bar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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