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4,340 reviews

Hotel Barcelona Universal

Hotel Barcelona Universal

Avda. Paralelo No 76-78, Barcelona, 08001, Spain

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Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Hotel Barcelona Universal

Welcome to the Hotel Barcelona Universal, your ultimate gateway to the vibrant pulse of Barcelona! Located just 1.1mi from the bustling heart of the city, this 4-star treasure on Avda. Paralelo No 76-78 offers a blend of comfort and convenience. With prices starting at a delightful $91, you're set for a lavish stay without breaking the bank. Wake up to a delicious breakfast, and prepare to indulge in all that Barcelona has to offer!

Prepare to make a splash at the outdoor swimming pool, where sun loungers and beach umbrellas create the perfect oasis for lounging. If you're a mover and shaker, utilize the complimentary fitness center to keep your energy high before exploring the city’s famed sites. With an array of amenities at your disposal—including free Wi-Fi, a buzzing restaurant, and room service—Hotel Barcelona Universal is your comfort zone amid the spirited hustle and bustle of Barcelona.

Proudly boasting over 2,948 gleaming reviews, guests rave about its stellar service and top-notch facilities. From soundproof rooms to a dedicated 24-hour front desk, you'll find everything you need to relax and recharge after an exciting day of discovery. Ready to tour the city? Take advantage of the tour desk, or unwind with a massage (for an extra charge) as you plan your next adventure. Experience Barcelona in style at the Hotel Barcelona Universal!

At Hotel Barcelona Universal, every moment feels like a fiesta! Beyond the welcoming amenities, indulge your taste buds at the hotel's delightful restaurant, Restaurante #1, where culinary creativity flourishes. Savor authentic Catalan flavors and international cuisine crafted with the freshest local ingredients, ensuring every meal is a memory in the making. Picture yourself dining al fresco with views that encapsulate the very essence of Barcelona – trust us, it's the backdrop every food lover dreams of!

When you’re ready to explore, the adventure begins right outside the door. With Barcelona's iconic attractions just a stone's throw away, you’ll find yourself amidst the exquisite architecture of Gaudi, vibrant street life, and tantalizing tapas bars before you know it! After a day of soaking in the sights, retreat back to your prime city spot to lounge by the sparkling outdoor pool, where sunshine, cocktails, and relaxation await. Whether you're splashing about or soaking up rays, this tranquil escape makes it oh-so-easy to unwind!

Families, couples, and solo travelers alike will discover their perfect sanctuary in one of the hotel’s diverse room offerings. Choose from cozy single rooms to spacious family accommodations that comfortably host everyone. Experience your own slice of comfort and serenity in soundproof rooms designed to ensure a restful night’s sleep after a busy day wandering the city. Plus, with the quick access to public transport, you can effortlessly hop from one splendid Barcelona experience to the next! Embrace your adventures at Hotel Barcelona Universal – it’s more than a home away from home; it’s a tapestry of fun, comfort, and unforgettable memories.

Closest airports

Barcelona–El Prat Airport

7.1mi

Aeroport de Girona - Costa Brava

47.5mi

Reus Airport

54.4mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Beach chairs/Loungers

Landmark view

Patio

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

View

Bidet

Bathtub

Rooms

Privilege Double or Twin Room in Hotel Barcelona Universal

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Privilege

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

270 sqft

Mountain view

Landmark view

City view

Private Bathroom

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TWIN OR DOUBLE PRIVILEGE is 269 square feet and includes either a king-size bed 150-183 width or 2 single beds 80-130 width plus bathrobes.

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Double, Double/2 Single

1 Double Bed

270 sqft

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Standard is 269 square feet and includes either a double bed 131-150 width or 2 single beds 80-130 width plus bathrobes.

Triple Room in Hotel Barcelona Universal

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Standard Room

3 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

1 Sofa Bed

355 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

View

Minibar

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Privilege, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

270 sqft

Free wifi

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Privilege, King Size

1 King Size Bed

270 sqft

Wifi

Minibar

Air conditioning

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Superior Double or Twin Room in Hotel Barcelona Universal

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Superior

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

270 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

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Standard Double or Twin Room in Hotel Barcelona Universal

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Room - 2 Twin

1 Queen Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

250 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

Patio

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Double/2 Single Room, Single Use

1 Double Bed

225 sqft

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DOUBLE SINGLE USE INTERIOR is 226 square feet and includes either a double bed 131-150 width or 2 single beds 80-130 width.

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Privilege, King/Twin, Panoramic View

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

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Superior, King/Twin

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

Wifi

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Superior, Single Use

1 Double Bed

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Double Single Use Superior Superior

Superior, King Size

1 King Size Bed

270 sqft

Wifi

Minibar

Air conditioning

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x3

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Guest reviews

8.3

4,340 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Anouar

8.2

February 2025

The hotel offers attentive staff who ensure a comfortable stay, along with spacious rooms that provide ample space for relaxation. Its good location is a key advantage, as it is situated next to the metro station, making transportation convenient. Additionally, the area features lots of restaurants and café shops, offering plenty of dining options nearby.

The water pressure in the room was very weak, which made showering and using the sink quite inconvenient. Additionally, the complimentary beverages (coffee, tea, sugar, and cream) were not renewed, which was disappointing, as even hotels with smaller categories typically refill these items every day. The bed wasn't confortable for me

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Sanjsta

8.2

July 2025

The staff were very nice and helpful. My room was very clean and housekeeping was flexible. Having a small fridge and kettle helped with some personal catering, like breakfast and drinks. The view from my room on the 7th floor was into the 'real Barcelona' and also had views to the cathedral and Tibidabo in the distance. The rooftop terrace and bar also provided tremendous views

The hotel is rated 4 stars+, which it may have once, but now doesn't deserve. It is very tired and dated and could do with a significant refurbishment. My room didn't at all resemble the photos. The rooftop pool was small and shallow.

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Vlad

10

April 2025

I liked the hotel, the location, the food and breakfasts are excellent. The beer tasting is incredible!

Overall, the hotel is wonderful and I will always come back here. There is one BUT!!! We asked for a parking space, but there was none. But that is not the worst thing, the most unpleasant thing is that we drove into the parking lot and parked in a place (as it turned out, this place was for the director's car), a person from the staff (who speaks Russian) came and started yelling at us and threatening. He kicked us out of this place, as if we were not hotel guests!!! It was extremely outrageous and unpleasant!!! I think that the director was very happy to provide guests of his hotel with a parking space.

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Danièle

8.2

July 2025

ideally positioned, well looked after rooms, well working AC, good glutenfree bf options, extremely friendly and helpful staff, closest to Metro, and that like is ideal to visit the city and get to official apppintments.

yes, it was somehow noisy outside. But what do you expect when going in the middle of the Barcelonian „Broadway“ in a city that is full of life and tourists. But how is that a surprise? So not really a negative thing to be critizised. one negative thing: regularly long waiting times at the lifts, especially in the morning when people leave for their activities.

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Dragana

8.2

April 2025

The location is ok, 10 minutes walk to the city centre. Breakfast was very good, liked it a lot. The room was very spacious, three large closets for three people. Bathroom was also large and clean. Iron provided also.

I didn't like the fact that you couldn't open the window in the room. I told the receptionist about the problem, he looked confused as of it had been the first time he heard about it, wrote down to check it and no reaction until we left. No natural light whatsoever, you couldn't tell what the weather was like outside. No shower cap in the bathroom which is inconvenient for a 4 star hotel. Complimentary water only offered on arrival. For this price it should be on daily bases.

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Sara

8.2

August 2025

The pool and roof terrace are fantastic. Very clean rooms and whole building, actually. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. You can continue to use the facilities after checking out, which is brilliant. Balloons was a lovely touch on my birthday, thank you! Very easy to get around Barcelona, due to the metro being right outside the hotel door.

The area didn’t seem great in the evening but it was the NOISE! We were only on floor 2 and faced the road unfortunately. I have NEVER stayed in a noisier hotel. It was constant, and not just road noise, ambulances, motorbikes and buses. It was people shouting, fighting, screaming. All night. Only ‘quieter’ time was early morning.

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John

9.1

December 2022

The location right next to the metro station provided a great opportunity to get out and enjoy Barcelona without renting a car or walking a long way for public transportation. The morning hot breakfast provided a great start for the day. The staff was always pleasant and willing to help. We had a room with a king sized bed.

The automatic coffee machine downstairs in the lobby stopped working every night at 1800. There was no microwave in the room. The pillows were too soft for my neck.

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Thais

8.2

November 2024

Good location, very close to Port (if embarking on a cruise like we were), just next to a metro station, with supermarkets and restaurants in the area, and a straightforward walk to the Arenas shopping. Nice breakfast too and very helpful staff.

The shower was not the easiest to work out (water heating as well as bath vs shower option). Besides, Booking offered us an "upgrade" for extra 9€ for a room with "city view", which I realised there that just meant that the room was facing the main street (2nd floor), so it was very noisy at night - I wouldn't stay in the same room again. If I needed to stay there for more than 1 night, I would have asked to change rooms.

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Macey

10

April 2025

Great location, tube stop just outside the entrance, very polite and helpful staff, smiling and ready to help and answer any questions. Pool area on the roof with deck chairs to relax in after a busy day. Breakfast area on floor 1 but didn’t try this so cannot comment. Lovely spacious rooms, big shower with hot water, comfortable spacious beds. Offer different varieties of pillows to suit your needs. Easy and fast check in and check out. Allow you to store luggage at the property prior to check in. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Our room was on floor 1 and you could hear the metro passing underneath but this didn’t bother us.

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Nathalia

9.1

December 2024

I have never stayed in a hotel with such great staff! We were traveling with our baby and they showed a lot of kindness, support and flexibility in all our requests. Sara was one of the receptionists in the evenings and had always a great smile to welcome us back, playing with the baby and was super kind in preparing a little surprise for the baby’s monthly-birthday. Anagyros from the restaurant staff was always welcoming us super well every morning, always attentive to the details and proactive in helping. We had a quick interaction with Carlos from the reception, who also was super kind and tried to help us as much as he could. Other than that, the hotel also has great breakfast, the room is comfortable and clean. We will definitely stay there again when we come back to Barcelona!

Just minor stuff not worth to mention.

Points of Interest Around Hotel Barcelona Universal

Attractions

Barcelona Pavilion (Pabellon Mies van der Rohe)

0.3mi

George Orwell Square (Plaça de George Orwell)

0.5mi

Maremagnum

0.8mi

Barcelona La Ribera

0.9mi

Mosaiccos

1mi

Saint Jordi Palace (Palau Sant Jordi)

1.1mi

França Railway Station (Estació de França)

1.1mi

La Monumental Bullring (Plaza de Toros Monumental de Barcelona)

1.8mi

El Poblenou

2.5mi

Diagonal Mar

3.5mi

Freixenet Winery (Celler Freixenet)

19.7mi

Sant Sadurni d'Anoia

19.7mi

Cau Ferrat Museum (Museu del Cau Ferrat)

20.9mi

Maricel Museum (Museu de Maricel)

20.9mi

L'Escolania de Montserrat

22.8mi

Restaurants

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • With view

Availability

  • Seasonal

Amenities of Hotel Barcelona Universal

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Beach chairs/Loungers

Landmark view

Patio

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

View

Bidet

Bathtub

Stay rules - Hotel Barcelona Universal

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Hotel Barcelona Universal

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

The established timings at Hotel Barcelona Universal are: Check-in after 03:00 PM and check-out before 11:00 AM.

Is free parking available at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

Yes, Hotel Barcelona Universal provides private, on-site parking for guests at a price of €30 per day. Although parking reservation is not possible, guests can conveniently park their vehicles at the hotel.

How much does a stay at Hotel Barcelona Universal cost?

Starting prices for Hotel Barcelona Universal are around $91. This may vary based on room categories and travel dates. To confirm rates, please provide your stay dates.

Which room categories can I book at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

The Hotel Barcelona Universal offers Privilege Double or Twin Rooms, Superior Double or Twin Rooms, Standard Double or Twin Rooms, and Triple Rooms. None of the rooms allow smoking. Occupancy ranges from 2 adults and 1 child for the double or twin rooms, to 3 adults and 1 child for the triple room. Bed sizes range from king-sized beds to queen-sized beds and twin beds. Room sizes range from 248 sqft to 377 sqft.

How can guests spend their time at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

At Hotel Barcelona Universal, guests can make the most of their time by enjoying the array of leisure amenities offered. They can take a refreshing swim in the outdoor swimming pool or lounge by the poolside, relaxing on the beach chairs with beach umbrellas provided. For those looking for some physical activity, they can play a round of golf at the hotel's golf course or work out in the fitness center. Afterwards, guests can unwind with a head, neck, back, or couples' massage at the hotel's massage center. There are also board games and puzzles available for those who enjoy indoor activities.

When it comes to dining, guests can dine at the on-site restaurant, Restaurante #1.

In summary, guests at Hotel Barcelona Universal can spend their time at the hotel by enjoying the pools, indulging in massages, engaging in physical activities, and dining at the restaurant.

Does Hotel Barcelona Universal have a pool for guests?

The Hotel Barcelona Universal has an outdoor pool with a view. The pool is available all season.

Does Hotel Barcelona Universal feature its own restaurants?

Yes, the Hotel Barcelona Universal has a restaurant on site, called Restaurante #1.

Can I use my credit card at Hotel Barcelona Universal?

Yes, you can use your credit card at Hotel Barcelona Universal. They accept American Express, Mastercard, Visa, JCB, Maestro, and UnionPay. In addition, cash is also accepted as a payment method.