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Hotel Praktik Èssens in Barcelona
🌍 Spain, Barcelona, Pg. de Gràcia, 24, Eixample
● Center: 1.6 km
🌞 Beach - 2.3 km
✅ Bright, modern rooms with stylish design and some offering private terraces with outdoor showers and bathtubs ✅ Friendly and helpful staff praised in multiple reviews for their assistance and welcoming attitude ✅ Central location within walking distance of key landmarks such as Casa Batlló and Plaça de Catalunya ✅ Complimentary coffee, tea, and filtered water available anytime in the lounge along with a daily happy hour featuring free wine and champagne ✅ Rooms equipped with minibars, bathrobes, slippers, and body lotions, adding to guest comfort ✅ Quiet rooms with effective soundproofing despite busy street outside, as noted by guests ❌ One guest reported cold and inattentive front desk service, with issues such as careless handling of clothes and missing towels ❌ Noise disturbance reported by a guest due to proximity to restaurants and street activity late at night in some rooms ❌ Some comments on old or worn facilities, including narrow room layouts and lack of certain toiletries like toothpaste and slippers ❌ No breakfast service on-site which may be inconvenient for some travelers ❌ Higher taxi fares to airport reported compared to alternatives like Uber
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Premium room with balcony
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Standard room
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Description
Hotel Praktik Èssens is a modern 3-star boutique hotel located on Pg. de Gràcia in Barcelona’s Eixample district. It offers a range of room types from Run of House to Superior Villas and Cottages with city views and balconies. Guests appreciate the bright, well-designed rooms featuring amenities such as minibars with coffee machines, bathrobes, slippers, and some rooms with private terraces including outdoor showers and bathtubs. The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage, laundry, and free WiFi. A notable guest perk is the complimentary coffee, tea, and filtered water available anytime in the lounge, plus a daily happy hour with free wine and champagne. The atmosphere is described as cozy and calm, with friendly staff who assist readily. Pets are not allowed, and breakfast is not served on-site. The hotel was rated highly for cleanliness, amenities, location, and service, with an overall score of 9.1/10.
Location
Located just a few minutes’ walk from Plaça de Catalunya, Hotel Praktik Èssens sits in a prime central spot on Barcelona’s main shopping street. It is within 5 minutes on foot to Casa Batlló and close to La Pedrera. The hotel is also near three subway lines (L2, L3, L4), making access to other city attractions like Sagrada Familia and the Gothic Quarter quick and easy. The nearest beach, Platja de la Barceloneta, is about 2.3 kilometers away. For airport transfers, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is approximately 12 km distant. Nearby cultural points include Museu Tàpies (387 m) and the Museum of Perfume (252 m). Several restaurants, including Mussol Casp and Casa Carmen, lie within 250 meters, offering convenient dining options.
Tips
- To enjoy the best experience, request a room with a balcony or terrace to take advantage of the outdoor shower and bathtub.
- Take advantage of the free happy hour and lounge refreshments to meet other guests and relax after sightseeing.
- If arriving late at night or sensitive to noise, ask for a room away from the street level and restaurants to avoid potential disturbances.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs can be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
- Breakfast: Breakfast not provided
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, AmericanExpress, Visa
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:00.
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Services and facilities
General
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Ticket assistance
- Garden
- Terrace
Services and amenities
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
Meals
- Coffee/tea for guests
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Tourist services
- Tour assistance
Pets
- Pets Not Allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 2330 m. It takes 35 minutes To the beach!
The distance to the sea is 2160 meters
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Reviews
15.02.2026
Praktik boutique hotels are an absolute gem! The small, modern and well designed rooms are bright and welcoming. I have experienced 2 of the Praktik establishments and each has been a worthwhile unique experience. The staff is always friendly and helpful. During my latest stay at Praktik Èssens we had the opportunity to meet other guests during the free happy hour. Another nice perk is the availability of coffee, tea, and filtered water anytime in the lounge area. The location is central with easy access to bus, metro or cabs or walking distance to famous monuments or shopping. I definitely recommend and will stay at a Praktik hotel during my next visit to Barcelona.
30.01.2026
Great stay at Praktik Essens Boutique Hotel
Praktik Essens Boutique Hotel is perfectly located just a short walk from Plaça de Catalunya, making it an ideal base for exploring Barcelona. The hotel has a very cosy and comfortable atmosphere, and the rooms are clean and thoughtfully designed. It really feels like a calm retreat in the middle of the city. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, always ready to assist whenever you need anything. I would happily stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a charming boutique hotel in a central location.
Praktik Essens Boutique Hotel is perfectly located just a short walk from Plaça de Catalunya, making it an ideal base for exploring Barcelona. The hotel has a very cosy and comfortable atmosphere, and the rooms are clean and thoughtfully designed. It really feels like a calm retreat in the middle of the city. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, always ready to assist whenever you need anything. I would happily stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a charming boutique hotel in a central location.
18.01.2026
Great hotel, very well located and close to attractions, some meters from the metro station.
The reception staff is very kind, the atmosphere is amazing, with the nice smells at the reception area and the lounge with free water, coffee and tea. A nice terrace also is linked to the lounge.
Rooms are modern and clean. There is a safe and a small minibar with a coffee machine. Though vanity and hygienic products are missing, the shampoo shower gel and conditioner smells are so refreshing. Towels are provided daily , and you get also bathrobe and sleepers. Our triple room has a private terrace with a seating area and an exterior shower and bathtub, so stylish!
I highly recommend this hotel and would come back with a great pleasure!
The reception staff is very kind, the atmosphere is amazing, with the nice smells at the reception area and the lounge with free water, coffee and tea. A nice terrace also is linked to the lounge.
Rooms are modern and clean. There is a safe and a small minibar with a coffee machine. Though vanity and hygienic products are missing, the shampoo shower gel and conditioner smells are so refreshing. Towels are provided daily , and you get also bathrobe and sleepers. Our triple room has a private terrace with a seating area and an exterior shower and bathtub, so stylish!
I highly recommend this hotel and would come back with a great pleasure!
05.01.2026
First time in BCN and I’m so glad I chose this hotel. The location is perfect—close to the metro, a 24/7 convenience store nearby, and within walking distance of many historic spots.
The food court right next door is amazing, and the 7–8 pm happy hour is a great bonus. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. I truly enjoyed every part of my stay!
Additionally, the water pressure of the shower is also very satisfying. Nothing feels better than a good hot shower after a long day of activities. They also have body lotion for you in the room which is not that common with other hotels I’ve stayed with. They definitely should get points for this! :)
The food court right next door is amazing, and the 7–8 pm happy hour is a great bonus. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. I truly enjoyed every part of my stay!
Additionally, the water pressure of the shower is also very satisfying. Nothing feels better than a good hot shower after a long day of activities. They also have body lotion for you in the room which is not that common with other hotels I’ve stayed with. They definitely should get points for this! :)
08.11.2025
Perfect location! The hotel is beautiful and very clean. The room was small, but stylish and practical. There’s a lovely lounge area with free coffee and morning snacks, which was a great touch. The staff were extremely kind and helpful. I would definitely stay here again!
01.11.2025
Excellent location.
11.07.2025
A very comfort stay with wife and child. This hotel situates at the prime location with walking distance to key attractions. It is safe and quiet. Staff are very friendly and helpful.
11.05.2025
Avoid it, one word: a bad hotel. Specifically:
1. Very low cost performance: 300 euros, less than three-star level. The front desk is as small as a county guesthouse, and the room facilities are old, giving people a cheap feeling.
2. Zero service: I stayed for five days (as for why it was five days, I will talk about it later), and I would pass by the front desk (on the first floor) every day when I went in and out. The front desk didn't even want to raise its eyelids, let alone say hello, and was particularly cold to Asian faces; every day when I went back, the bed was made, and your clothes were thrown on the chair casually. One day I found that my face towels suddenly became much less, inexplicably.
3. Very noisy: The location is good, next to a main road, but the room type we were given may be the worst, on the second floor, right on the street, and there are two restaurants downstairs. Usually after 12 o'clock in the evening, and even until 2 o'clock in the morning on weekends, there are people drinking and chatting, and the rest is not good.
4. Old facilities: There is no toothpaste or slippers, which is expected; no matter how careful you are in the shower, a puddle of water will flow into the bathroom, and my slippers got wet on the first day; what is even more unbearable is that there are nails on the hanger (Figure 1), which pricked my hand. The space between the bed and the desk is very narrow, and the desk is a low-quality iron frame. What's worse is that the corners are not covered (Figure 2), which scratched me twice. It's really a pit everywhere.
5. No integrity: The last point I want to complain about is this reservation. I booked a 5-day stay in advance and it can be cancelled. When the cancellation date is approaching, I want to change it to 4 days. The Ctrip app can operate it. As a result, I waited for more than ten hours and replied that the hotel said that the system could not be operated. I had to accept staying in this hotel for 5 days, but when I checked in on the first day, the front desk actually asked me if I was staying for 4 days? Doesn't this mean that it is not a system problem at all? This kind of ethics is really shocking.
In short, I will go to Barcelona again, and this hotel will be blacklisted.
1. Very low cost performance: 300 euros, less than three-star level. The front desk is as small as a county guesthouse, and the room facilities are old, giving people a cheap feeling.
2. Zero service: I stayed for five days (as for why it was five days, I will talk about it later), and I would pass by the front desk (on the first floor) every day when I went in and out. The front desk didn't even want to raise its eyelids, let alone say hello, and was particularly cold to Asian faces; every day when I went back, the bed was made, and your clothes were thrown on the chair casually. One day I found that my face towels suddenly became much less, inexplicably.
3. Very noisy: The location is good, next to a main road, but the room type we were given may be the worst, on the second floor, right on the street, and there are two restaurants downstairs. Usually after 12 o'clock in the evening, and even until 2 o'clock in the morning on weekends, there are people drinking and chatting, and the rest is not good.
4. Old facilities: There is no toothpaste or slippers, which is expected; no matter how careful you are in the shower, a puddle of water will flow into the bathroom, and my slippers got wet on the first day; what is even more unbearable is that there are nails on the hanger (Figure 1), which pricked my hand. The space between the bed and the desk is very narrow, and the desk is a low-quality iron frame. What's worse is that the corners are not covered (Figure 2), which scratched me twice. It's really a pit everywhere.
5. No integrity: The last point I want to complain about is this reservation. I booked a 5-day stay in advance and it can be cancelled. When the cancellation date is approaching, I want to change it to 4 days. The Ctrip app can operate it. As a result, I waited for more than ten hours and replied that the hotel said that the system could not be operated. I had to accept staying in this hotel for 5 days, but when I checked in on the first day, the front desk actually asked me if I was staying for 4 days? Doesn't this mean that it is not a system problem at all? This kind of ethics is really shocking.
In short, I will go to Barcelona again, and this hotel will be blacklisted.
04.04.2025
The bed is big and comfortable, the bathroom is separated into wet and dry areas, the shower is big, the location is very good, it is very convenient to go to attractions and shopping, the restaurant downstairs of the hotel is also very delicious
12.02.2025
Overall, the price-performance ratio is low. The price is not low, and the location is good, but there is no kettle in the room, and the bathroom is prone to leaks if you don't pay attention. The most unbelievable thing is that out of trust, when I left, I asked the staff to help me call a taxi, which took 15 minutes to arrive, instead of choosing Uber, which is cheaper and faster. As a result, it cost nearly 50 euros to get to the airport, and it was a tram, but the actual taxi fare is about 33 yuan at ordinary times. Considering the fare increase in the early morning, it is not 15 euros more, which is a betrayal of trust.
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POIs near hotel
A Joan Güell i Ferrer (3 min)
Artwork memorial dedicated to Joan Güell i Ferrer, a notable Catalan businessman and philanthropist.
Tickets: House of Candy - The Sweetest Immersive Experience in Barcelona: Entry Ticket, 16 EUR View
Casa Pia Batlló (4 min)
Historic building in Barcelona with architectural significance from the 19th century.
Tickets: House of Candy - The Sweetest Immersive Experience in Barcelona: Entry Ticket, 16 EUR View
Museum of Perfume (4 min)
Specialized museum showcasing the history and art of perfume with a unique collection of fragrances and bottles.
Tickets: Casa Batlló: Early Entrance Ticket, 45 EUR View
Museu Tàpies (6 min)
Museum dedicated to Catalan artist Antoni Tàpies, featuring his paintings, sculptures, and mixed-media works from the 20th century.
Tickets: White Rabbit The Immersive Experience of Barcelona: Entry Ticket, 16 EUR View
Museum of Catalan Modernism (6 min)
Specialized museum displaying Catalan Art Nouveau furniture, decorative arts, and paintings.
Cafe and Restaurants near hotel
Crom Restaurant And Lounge (3 min)
Carrer de Casp, 17
Restaurant «Mussol Casp» (3 min)
Carrer de Casp, 19
Restaurant Casa Carmen | Passeig de Gràcia (4 min)
Carrer de Casp, 17
Restaurant «Corchos» (4 min)
Rambla de Catalunya, 12
Restaurant «Starbucks | Rambla Catalunya» (4 min)
Rambla de Catalunya, 10
Frequently asked questions about Hotel Praktik Èssens
Are pets allowed at Hotel Praktik Èssens?
Pets are not allowed at Hotel Praktik Èssens according to the hotel policies.
Does the hotel provide breakfast?
Breakfast is not provided at Hotel Praktik Èssens.
What room types are available at this hotel?
Room types include Run of House, Standard room, Standard Double room, Superior room, Superior room with city view, Superior Double room, Superior Double room with city view, Premium room, Premium room with balcony, Superior Villa, Superior Villa with view, Superior Cottage, and Superior Cottage with view.
How close is the hotel to major Barcelona attractions?
The hotel is within a 5-minute walk to Casa Batlló and a short walk to Plaça de Catalunya, with easy metro access to other sites such as Sagrada Familia and the Gothic Quarter.
Is there a happy hour or any complimentary drinks offered?
Yes, the hotel offers a daily happy hour from 7 to 8 pm with free wine and champagne, as well as complimentary coffee, tea, and filtered water available anytime in the lounge area.
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