Hotel Barcelona Universal in Barcelona
✅ Great location with metro lines 2 and 3 right outside, facilitating easy city access ✅ Spacious, clean rooms with comfortable beds and daily housekeeping ✅ Friendly, attentive staff providing helpful concierge and luggage storage services ✅ Rooftop pool and bar with panoramic views highly appreciated by guests ✅ Breakfast buffet described as generous and varied with good quality options ❌ Noise reported in rooms facing the street or upper floors, including traffic and corridor sounds ❌ Some rooms lack natural light and have minor plumbing or shower water flow issues ❌ Elevators are slow and can be inefficient during busy periods ❌ Restaurant service received mixed feedback, with occasional long waits despite low occupancy ❌ The pool is relatively small and drinks at the rooftop bar considered overpriced by some guests
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Description
Hotel Barcelona Universal is a modern 4-star hotel built in 2001 and renovated in 2011, offering 167 rooms ranging from Standard to Double Jacuzzi Suite Skyline. It provides free Wi-Fi throughout the property and an open rooftop pool with panoramic city views, along with a terrace and a bar. The hotel features a restaurant named Medea and several conference halls, plus a business center and fitness facilities. Guests will find air conditioning, 24-hour front desk service, and accessibility features available. The rooms are noted for being spacious and clean with comfortable beds, although some guests mention noise issues and limited natural light in certain rooms. The hotel’s amenities include free Wi-Fi, paid parking, and a range of guest services like laundry, dry cleaning, and concierge. Pets are not allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Location
Located on Av. del Paral·lel in the Ciutat Vella district of Barcelona, the hotel is about 200 meters from the city’s main business center and key attractions such as Las Ramblas and Montjuïc. The nearest beach, San Sebastian Beach, is approximately 1.7 kilometers away. The hotel has direct access to metro lines 2 and 3 right outside, enabling easy travel around the city. The airport (El Prat) is 11 kilometers away, about a 20-minute taxi ride. Nearby points of interest include Refuge 307, a Civil War-era air raid shelter museum, located 436 meters from the hotel. Dining options close by include Restaurant Paralelo 91, 279 meters away.
Tips
- Book a room facing away from the street to reduce noise disturbances.
- Use the metro lines 2 and 3 directly accessible outside the hotel for efficient travel around Barcelona.
- Consider dining at nearby local restaurants recommended by hotel staff, since the hotel restaurant service can sometimes be slow.
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, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
- Breakfast: Buffet Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Deposit Policy: Deposit required A fixed amount of €100.00 (approx. US$115.14) is charged. This property accepts credit cards The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 7 days after check-out.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, AmericanExpress, JSB, UnionPay, Visa
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 11:00.
Services and facilities
- Computer
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Express check-in/check-out
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Fire Extinguisher
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Fridge
- Smoke Detector
- Cable TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower/Bathtub
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Iron and board
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Kitchen
- Poolside bar
- Kettle
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet
- Car rental
- Spanish
- German
- English
- Italian
- French
- Multi-language staff
- Tour assistance
- Library
- Sun Deck
- Parking
- Garage
- Swimming pool
- Outdoor pool
- Beach facilities
- Beach/pool towels
- Next to the beach
- Rooftop pool
- Business center
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- Fitness facilities
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Gym
- Doctor
- Solarium
- Massage
- First Aid Kit
- Playroom
- Pets Not Allowed
The hotel is located on third line from the shore.
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 1700 m. It takes 26 minutes To the beach!
The distance to the sea is 760 meters
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Frequently asked questions about Hotel Barcelona Universal
Does Hotel Barcelona Universal have an outdoor swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel has an open rooftop pool with panoramic views.
How close is the hotel to the nearest metro station?
The hotel is directly outside metro lines 2 and 3 stations, providing immediate access.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Barcelona Universal?
Pets are not allowed, but service animals are permitted.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is served buffet style, but additional fees apply and it is not included in the room rate.
What types of rooms are available at this hotel?
Available room types include Standard room, Standard Triple room, Standard Double room, Superior Double room, Privilege Double room, Double Junior Suite, and Double Jacuzzi Suite Skyline.
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Hotel prices for: June - July 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 264 USD The best time to book is June 6, with rates starting from 205 USD