Hotel Medinaceli in Barcelona
✅ Rooms are spacious, modern, and very clean with effective air conditioning that can be set to hot or cold. ✅ Staff are frequently described as friendly, professional, and helpful, with special mentions of reception staff like Miguel. ✅ The hotel’s location in the Gothic Quarter near the port and metro stations is praised for convenience and safety. ✅ Breakfast offers a wide variety of choices including gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options. ✅ Facilities include free bike rentals, a restaurant buffet, and a beautiful internal patio with a glass staircase. ❌ Some guests experienced issues with room size, finding certain rooms very small and lacking windows. ❌ A few negative comments mention problems with air conditioning not cooling properly in some rooms. ❌ Breakfast quality received mixed reviews, with some guests finding it basic or disappointing. ❌ There is a daily charge of 2 Euros to use the in-room safety deposit box. ❌ The elevator was reported as not working at times, and the lobby bar is missing.
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Description
Hotel Medinaceli is set in a historic building that was once the palace of the Counts of Medinaceli, combining modern decor with hints of past grandeur. Established in 2007 and renovated in 2012, it features 78 rooms across five floors, including Single, Double, and Triple room options. The rooms are praised for their cleanliness, modern air conditioning that adjusts to hot or cool air, and soundproofing. Guests will find amenities such as Wi-Fi, a safety deposit box available for a small daily fee, and a restaurant offering buffet breakfast with gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options. The hotel also provides free bike rentals, car hire services, and facilities for disabled guests. Despite the modern updates, some bathrooms show signs of age, and certain rooms may be compact. The overall rating of 9.1/10 reflects high marks for cleanliness, amenities, location, and service.
Location
Located in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter at Pl. del Duc de Medinaceli, 8, Hotel Medinaceli is just 1.3 km from the port and about 12 km from Barcelona's El Prat Airport. The nearest beach, San Sebastian Beach, is 990 meters away, making it convenient for seaside visits. Public transportation is accessible, with the Drassanes metro station within walking distance, though reaching Plaça Catalunya requires a longer walk. Nearby attractions include the Hash Marihuana & Hemp Museum, 317 meters away. Dining options close by include restaurants such as La Fonda (236 m), Los Caracoles (246 m), and Arabia Café-Restaurante (248 m). The hotel sits near supermarkets and cafes, providing guests with practical amenities within easy reach.
Tips
- If you prefer a quieter stay, request a room with a balcony overlooking the square or away from street noise.
- Be prepared to pay a small daily fee (€2) if you want to use the in-room safe.
- For beach visits, note that the nearest public sandy beach is about 700–990 meters away and offers umbrellas and sunbeds for a fee.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children are not permitted to stay at this property
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
- Breakfast: Gluten-free, 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.
- 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: UnionPay, DinersClub, MasterCard, Visa, JSB
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Soundproof rooms
- Smoke Detector
- Cable TV
- TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Telephone
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Restaurant
- Vending machine
- Packed Lunches
- Free Wi-Fi
- Car rental
- Spanish
- English
- Italian
- French
- Multi-language staff
- Tour assistance
- Library
- Bike rental
- Offsite parking reservations required
- Next to the beach
- Fax and copy machine
- Conference Hall
- Doctor
- First Aid Kit
The hotel is located on third line from the shore.
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 990 m. It takes 15 minutes To the beach!
The distance to the sea is 720 meters
Hotel view
Video: The Entrance of the Hotel Medinaceli, Plaza Duc de Medinaceli, Barcelona
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Reviews
They have private car garage. We didn’t parking outside the road . It’s safety. But we must waiting for the staff to assist us because not easy to park .
All of staff are helpful and polite. We will stay again
The atmosphere is great with nice design elements such as the internal patio with the beautiful glass staircase or the breakfast room with nice arches on the roof.
Service is great. They truly make the hotel a 5 star. Rooms are cleaned properly, the reception is very welcoming and help out where needed and the restaurant personnel during breakfast are service minded. Keep up the good work.
Certainly would book it again when visiting Barcelona.
The only suggestion I have is if someone is staying by themself maybe they could get a queen bed instead of two full ones pushed together? But that did not take away from the amazing stay I had here. Highly recommend!!!
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Frequently asked questions about Hotel Medinaceli
Are pets allowed at Hotel Medinaceli?
Pets are not allowed at Hotel Medinaceli, although service animals are permitted upon request.
What types of rooms does Hotel Medinaceli offer?
The hotel offers Single rooms, Double rooms, and Triple rooms.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is not included in the room rate; it is served as a gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian buffet from 07:00 to 10:30 daily and requires an additional fee paid at the property.
How far is Hotel Medinaceli from the nearest beach?
The nearest beach, San Sebastian Beach, is approximately 990 meters from the hotel.
Does Hotel Medinaceli provide parking facilities?
Yes, the hotel offers free parking and has a private car garage, though parking assistance from staff may be required.
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Hotel prices for: June - July 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 282 USD The best time to book is June 6, with rates starting from 266 USD