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Hotel Barcelona Universal

Property class: 4

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A rooftop bar with white furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a river.
A modern hotel lobby with a central coffee table, sofas, and a lamp.
A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and large windows.
The exterior of Hotel Barcelona Universal with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a prominent entrance.
A swimming pool with metal railings and a view of a cityscape in the background.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $192
$156 nightly
$192 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

Explore the area

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Del Paral.lel, Del 76-78, Barcelona, 08001
  • Place, Port de Barcelona
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, La Rambla
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Boqueria Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Barcelona (BCN-Barcelona Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a small table.

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(75 reviews)
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Junior Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with a view of a bridge.

Junior Suite

  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Panoramic Suite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Panoramic Suite

  • City view
  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Triple Room

A hotel room with two single beds, a desk with a lamp, and a wardrobe.

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, and a small table with a notebook.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(100 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Barcelona

With a stay at Hotel Barcelona Universal, you'll be centrally located in Barcelona, steps from Sant Pau del Camp and within a 10-minute walk of Refugi 307. .This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Raval Cat and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Columbus Monument.

What's nearby

  • Avenida del Paralelo - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Port de Barcelona - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • La Rambla - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Boqueria Market - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Port Vell - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Parc de Montjuic Station - 1 min walk
  • França Station - 4 min drive
  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Antic Cafè Espanyol - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Confitería - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria La Farándula - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Borrell - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Barcelona Universal

Hotel Barcelona Universal offers 167 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 167 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Satisfy your appetite for dinner at THE WOLF, a restaurant which specializes in local and international cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Barcelona? This hotel has 646 square feet (60 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily (reservations required).
THE WOLF - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Open daily.
TERRACE BAR - This bar is located by the pool. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 26 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 20; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • TERRACE BAR
  • THE WOLF

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2001
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Renewable energy used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located in the city's Low Emission Zone; only low-emission vehicles are permitted to enter. Guests with non-Spanish license plates must register their vehicle with the city in advance.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during January, February, March, November, and December:
  • Bar/Lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 100 per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 9.24 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.
  • A damage deposit of EUR 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 26 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 20

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number HB-004114

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Hotel Barcelona Universal Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 640 out of 1098 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1098 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1098 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1098 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1098 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location, always first pick for somewhere to stay in Barcelona!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very well located and great staff service!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great 3 night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great! Great location, everything as described, and the guy at the desk was very helpful and nice!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel, pleasant and helpful staff, nice location close to all the activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located very close to the cruise lines, well maintained, air-conditioning, great, extremely modern.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean and spacious room with a nice bathroom and the terrace/pool area is excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good experience, reserve any dinners in the restaurant ahead of time as it is very busy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpfull
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Central location to Gothic Quarter, La Rambla and the warerfront
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is close to some of the best neighborhoods especially if you don’t mind being in an urban area. Rooms were nice. The only disappointment was the gym but everything else was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel! Walkable distance to attractions and Hop-on Hop-off stop. Recommend this hotel. OE y Y
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Location was ok Beds were very comfortable The pool was one floor above us. People in the pool at 7am, very noisy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, kind and friendly staff and great location. Nice rooftop with great views, lots of seating, a bar and pool. Thank you Carlos, Oscar and Jason.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant stay, top class. Was here for the marathon, perfect stay for that really. The room and breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

His was a good hotel with an attentive and friendly staff. There were spacious rooms, fast elevators and close proximity to the cruise port if transiting to a ship.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice size room. The front desk staff are very attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is close to a metro station and about a 15 minute walk to las ramblas
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff & close to many sightseeing areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Friendly, helpful and excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we loved rooftop bar and pool. lots of options at breakfast. city tax was more than we were advised, and as we checked in early, we were disappointed to have room set up as double rather than twin bed. staff sorted promptly but did recognise reception staff should have noted 2 friends sharing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026