Catalonia Born in Barcelona
✅ Staff are consistently praised as friendly, helpful, and attentive, with specific mentions of front desk personnel who provide excellent service and personalized touches such as birthday surprises. ✅ Rooms are described as clean, spacious, and comfortable, with daily housekeeping and effective soundproofing from street noise thanks to double-pane windows. ✅ The location is highly rated for proximity to key attractions like the Arc de Triomf, Gothic Quarter, and public transport, making it convenient for sightseeing and exploring Barcelona. ✅ Breakfast is noted for being extensive and fresh, including pastries, cheeses, meats, and good coffee, served buffet style. ✅ Amenities such as the rooftop pool, gym, and terrace receive positive mentions for relaxation and exercise opportunities. ❌ One guest reported a cockroach and small bugs in the bathroom and a poor response from night staff, indicating occasional lapses in pest control and service follow-up. ❌ There was a serious complaint about the theft of a valuable personal item with inadequate hotel investigation or resolution, raising concerns about security and management responsiveness. ❌ Some guests found the beds and quilts less comfortable and noted noise from corridors and neighboring rooms, impacting sleep quality. ❌ The rooftop pool is described as small and not heated, and the bar facilities were considered outdated by one reviewer. ❌ Living in the old city area was considered stressful by one guest, with reports of local street solicitations that might make solo female travelers uncomfortable.
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Description
Catalonia Born is a four-star hotel housed in a building constructed in 1900 and renovated in 2002, featuring 90 rooms across four floors. Guests can choose from a wide variety of room types, from Economy Single rooms to Deluxe Suites with balconies and sea views. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool, and two bars including a snack bar serving lunch and dinner. On-site amenities include a restaurant with a buffet breakfast served daily from 7:00 to 10:30, paid laundry and dry cleaning services, and car rental options. Childcare services are available upon request for a fee, and cribs are provided free of charge. The hotel does not allow pets without prior arrangement and charges a fee for approved pets. Check-in begins at 14:00 and check-out is by noon. This property is part of the Catalonia Hoteles group and provides facilities for disabled guests, soundproof and non-smoking rooms, and concierge services.
Location
Located in Barcelona's Ciutat Vella district, Catalonia Born sits just 500 meters from the city center and close to the Arc de Triomf and Parc de la Ciutadella, which houses the city zoo. The hotel is about 1.4 km from Barceloneta Beach, reachable within a 25-minute walk. It is 13 km from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). Nearby dining options include Obrador Sant Pere restaurant at 155 meters and Doble Zer00 restaurant 227 meters away, both rated 8/10. The hotel is also close to Plaça de Catalunya, a major transport and shopping hub, facilitating easy access to public transit, including metro lines and bus stops a block away.
Tips
- Book a room with a balcony or city view to enjoy the quieter side of the hotel.
- Consider purchasing a 72-hour travel card for unlimited public transportation nearby.
- If you have valuables, keep them secure and inquire about safety deposit boxes due to past security concerns.
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: Buffet Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are allowed on request Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats Fee: €22.00 (approx. US$25.34) per pet per night
- 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: AmericanExpress, DinersClub, MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Computer
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Terrace
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- Outdoor furniture
- Non-smoking rooms
- Soundproof rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Cable TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Slippers
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Telephone
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Vending machine
- Bottled water
- Free Wi-Fi
- Spanish
- English
- Multi-language staff
- Tour assistance
- Library
- Sun Deck
- Parking
- Parking nearby
- Swimming pool
- Outdoor pool
- Beach facilities
- Seasonal outdoor swimming pool
- Beach/pool towels
- Next to the beach
- Rooftop pool
- Fax and copy machine
- Conference Hall
- Fitness facilities
- Gym
- Doctor
- Solarium
- First Aid Kit
- Pets allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 1410 m. It takes 21 minute To the beach!
The distance to the sea is 1420 meters
Hotel view
Video: Barcelona - Hotel Catalonia Born (Quehoteles.com)
Map
Reviews
Unfortunately, my second stay in a different room was a bit disappointing. I had a frustrating "up your game" moment when I discovered a cockroach and some small bugs in my bathroom. After reporting it, the night staff's response was to hand me a spray bottle and tell me to "spray around yourself." Although I took care of the bugs, I requested the next day that they send someone to handle the issue properly. Regrettably, no one was ever sent to follow up.
Even with the bug problem, I still feel positive about the hotel overall. Its location is perfect—quiet and peaceful, making it an ideal base for exploring Barcelona or staying for a week or two for a summer school at places like BSE. The breakfast isn't huge, but it has all the essentials, including fresh food, cereal, meat, cheese, and jelly.
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel in Barcelona! From the moment I arrived, the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, always ready with great recommendations and assistance. The hotel itself was spotless, with excellent housekeeping ensuring everything stayed immaculate throughout my visit.
One of the highlights was the amazing European breakfast – a wide selection of fresh pastries, cheeses, meats, and great coffee to start the day. The location was also perfect, making it easy to explore the city's top attractions, restaurants, and public transport.
Overall, this hotel exceeded my expectations, and I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Barcelona!
What happened next? Two weeks of complete silence. No updates, no assistance – nothing. Only after I followed up myself did I get the disappointing response that the belt couldn’t be found and that I was “free to take any measures I deemed necessary.” That’s just a polite way of saying: “We won’t be doing anything else.”
Whether staff were questioned or if there was any serious investigation at all remains unclear. It seemed like they just waited it out, hoping I’d drop the issue.
For a hotel of this supposed standard, this is unacceptable. If you have valuables or meaningful personal items with you, I’d strongly recommend choosing a different hotel – because here, you’re on your own.
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Frequently asked questions about Catalonia Born
What types of rooms are available at Catalonia Born?
The hotel offers a broad range of room types including Economy rooms, Standard rooms, Superior rooms, Deluxe rooms, Suites, Apartments, Studios, and Villas.
Is Catalonia Born suitable for families with children?
Yes, children of all ages are welcome. Cribs are provided free of charge and nanny services are available upon request for an additional fee.
Does Catalonia Born have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor rooftop pool available for guests.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
Pets are allowed on request with a fee of approximately €22 per pet per night.
How close is Catalonia Born to public transportation?
The hotel is close to metro stations on Line One and bus stops including the hop-on hop-off bus, all within a short walking distance.
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