Hotel Arts Barcelona in Barcelona
✅ Many guests praised the panoramic sea and city views from spacious, clean rooms with modern décor and luxurious details. ✅ The staff received frequent compliments for exceptional service, friendliness, and professionalism, including personalized gestures like birthday decorations and free shuttle service to Plaça Catalunya. ✅ The hotel’s location near the beach and within walking distance to the historical center was highlighted as very convenient. ✅ Guests appreciated the multiple dining options, especially the Michelin-starred restaurant and the quality breakfast buffet. ✅ The rooftop heated pool and spa facilities on the 42nd and 43rd floors were noted for enhancing the stay. ❌ Some guests reported noise issues due to thin soundproofing, including noise from neighboring rooms and nearby nighttime entertainment. ❌ Certain reviews mentioned problems related to ongoing renovations such as paint smells in rooms and temporary breakfast service areas causing queues. ❌ Complaints about occasional service lapses included delays in room water replenishment and cleaning during 'Do Not Disturb' periods. ❌ A few guests noted that the gym was small and inadequately equipped, while some found the elevators slow with long waiting times. ❌ Power outages and evacuation procedures during a renovation period caused significant inconvenience for some visitors.
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Description
Hotel Arts Barcelona is a 5-star luxury hotel established in 1992 and renovated in 2013, standing 44 floors high with 483 rooms including 4 accessible rooms. It is part of the Ritz Carlton Hotel Company and offers a wide range of facilities such as a heated outdoor pool, a spa by Six Senses on the top floors, multiple a la carte restaurants including a Michelin two-star venue, and extensive conference facilities for up to 1000 guests. The hotel provides premium services like private check-in, car hire including limousines, and a Russian-speaking guest relations team. Family travelers will find paid babysitting services, free cribs, and a children’s menu. Pets are not allowed. Guests can enjoy panoramic views of the city and sea from various room categories, including exclusive club and penthouse suites with special privileges like separate check-in and access to a private lounge. The hotel combines artistic décor with modern amenities and is known for attentive, high-quality service.
Location
Located in the Marina district of Barcelona's Ciutat Vella, Hotel Arts Barcelona is just 200 meters from Platja del Somorrostro beach, offering easy beach access. The historic and shopping center of Barcelona lies within a 10-minute walk, while the Olympic Port sports complex and Barcelona Zoo are nearby. The hotel is 14 km from Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Close to the hotel are several restaurants such as Barnabier (119 m), Chicken Bar (129 m), and Opium Barcelona (221 m). The Barcelona a Prim monument commemorating the 1888 Universal Exposition is 789 meters away. The hotel is positioned on the first line of the beach with public sandy shore 300 meters away, with paid sun loungers and umbrellas available on the beach and complimentary poolside towels and loungers.
Tips
- Book a sea-view room to fully enjoy the impressive Mediterranean vistas.
- Consider Club or Penthouse suites for added privacy and exclusive services.
- Be aware that some parts of the hotel may be undergoing renovation, which might affect breakfast arrangements and cause minor disturbances.
- Use the complimentary shuttle to Plaça Catalunya for easier access to central Barcelona.
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: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: Western, Chinese, American, Asian, Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Halal, Vegan, Vegetarian Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:30 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Deposit Policy: Deposit required The deposit is determined based on the duration of your stay. The charge is €150.00 (approx. US$173.00) per night. This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and third party payment services The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 14 days after check-out.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed on request
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: Visa, MasterCard, AmericanExpress, DinersClub, UnionPay, JSB
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Shopping on site
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Private check-in/check-out
- Fire Extinguisher
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Bridal suite
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- VIP room amenities
- Smoke Detector
- Cable TV
- TV
- Minibar
- DVD Player
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Wheelchair access to restaurant
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Shoe shine
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Iron
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Diet menu (on request)
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Kitchen
- Packed Lunches
- Bottled water
- Kettle
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet
- Shuttle
- Car rental
- Airport transportation
- Transfer services
- Spanish
- German
- Russian
- English
- Italian
- French
- Multi-language staff
- Polish
- Arabic
- Tour assistance
- Hiking
- Sun Deck
- Parking
- Parking nearby
- Garage
- Swimming pool
- Spa tub
- Indoor Pool
- Outdoor pool
- Beach facilities
- Pool facilities
- Beach/pool towels
- Public beach
- Next to the beach
- Business center
- Event facilities
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- Fitness facilities
- Gym
- Solarium
- Massage
- Steam room
- Beauty services
- Sauna
- Spa
- First Aid Kit
- Babysitting and childcare
- Children's playground
- Family/Kid Friendly
The hotel is located on second line from the shore.
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 200 m. It takes 3 minutes To the beach!
The distance to the sea is 130 meters
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Reviews
The soundproofing was poor. I could hear kids running upstairs, someone coughing next door, and the room next to mine being cleaned with constant banging for a whole morning. There might be a disco nearby too, as the dynamic DJ music kept going until late into the night...
Even though I had the 'do not disturb' light on, my room was still cleaned. However, they didn't replenish the drinking water. After calling for water, I waited almost an hour to get it. The towels had mold and black spots...
These issues shouldn't occur in a hotel of this caliber.
Ambiance: Good
Cleanliness: Good
Service: Average
The location is great, right by the sea. The rooms are huge and the decor is very suitable for summer – you could even shoot a movie here! It's really good, and there's also a Michelin three-star restaurant to dine at. It's excellent.
The suite had an incredible panoramic view of the city and the Mediterranean which made the stay memorable.
The room was modern, spacious and very comfortable.
The staff was attentive and always kind which made everything feel easy and relaxed.
A 5-star experience from start to finish.
However, I must point out the biggest issue with the room: the smell of fresh renovation. The moment I opened the door, there was a noticeable paint smell. After spending an afternoon in the room, my throat started feeling a bit uncomfortable. I reported this to the front desk that evening and asked if they had an air purifier. The front desk sent up a simple scent diffuser, and the room service attendant told us it could only be used for an hour before we had to return it. It was quite frustrating, as the renovation smell was still present after an hour. We ended up having to drink water frequently to soothe our throats.
Additionally, since parts of the hotel are currently being renovated, breakfast is served in a temporary area with a rather basic setup, and we had to queue for a table.
On a positive note, the sea view in Barcelona is indeed beautiful, and the design aesthetic of the Ritz, along with the bedding and toiletries, are, as always, top-notch.
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Frequently asked questions about Hotel Arts Barcelona
What types of rooms are available at Hotel Arts Barcelona?
Room types include Scenic Double room; Panorama Double room with city view; Panorama Double room with sea view; Seascape Corner Double room seafront; Landscape Double room; Club Double room; 1 Bedroom The Mediterranean Club Double Suite; 1 Bedroom The Arts Club Double Suite; 1 Bedroom Skyline Corner Double Suite with city view; 1 Bedroom Horizon Corner Double Suite seafront; and Club Double Suite.
Does Hotel Arts Barcelona allow pets?
Pets are not allowed, but service animals are permitted upon request.
Are there facilities for children at Hotel Arts Barcelona?
Yes, the hotel offers paid babysitting services, a children’s menu in the restaurants, and free cribs.
Is there beach access from the hotel?
Yes, the hotel is on the first line to the beach, with the public sandy Platja del Somorrostro beach only 200 meters away. Beach umbrellas and sun loungers are available for a fee.
What exclusive privileges do Club and Penthouse rooms have?
Club rooms (30th to 33rd floors) have a separate check-in, concierge services on the floor, Club Lounge access, high-speed internet, and one thermal spa cycle during the stay. Penthouse Apartments offer private check-in, concierge and butler services, use of a mini convertible car within the city, breakfast in-room or at select restaurants, a telescope for city views, laptop in-room, Acqua di Parma toiletries, a minibar with Hediard products (extra cost), spa access, and luggage packing/unpacking service.
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