Barcelona Universal Hotel

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4 stars Barcelona, 08001 ES

Reviewer score: 4 out of 5 - 2 customer reviews

Overview

Its proximity to the Rambla, and to the Fira de Barcelona and the Palau de Congresses, trade fair and conference centers, has made of the Barcelona Universal Hotel a city-wide point of reference as both a tourism and business-oriented hotel since its opening in 2001.The Barcelona Universal Hotel has 167 rooms, all with soundproofing, climate control, satellite TV, mini-bar and safe. The hotel also offers 3 suites with private terrace and Jacuzzi. Enjoy the gym, the outdoor pool, and the solarium, which offers extraordinary views of Barcelona. The hotel also has 4 fully equipped conference rooms, a special floor of rooms that can be used as personal offices, private parking and a Business Center with free internet access (broadband and Wireless). All the guests of the hotel can use free of charge our WIFI technology available from all areas and rooms of the hotel. Also there are some computers with internet access that can be used also free of charge by our guests if they do not bring their own laptop. Discover Las Ramblas placed just a few steps from the hotel, or go for a stroll along Port Vell, through the Gothic Neighborhood and explore the Liceu Opera House, the Catalan Music Palace, the Cathedral, the Magic Fountains of Montjuic, the Caixa Forum, the Grec Theater, Poble Espanyol, the Mies van der Rohe Pavilion or the Olympic Stadium. The strategic location of the hotel between the World Trade Center and the Fira de Barcelona Montjuic-1, near the Palau de Congresses, trade fair and conference centers, makes it a key spot for business activities in the city. This excellent location also gives guests easy access to Sants Estació, the major bus and train station, where guests can catch trains to the airport, hop on the metro, or catch the cable car to Montjuic. Amenities are Banquet facilities, Business centre, Concierge, Conference facilities, Currency exchange, Disabled facilities, Doctor on call, Dry cleaning, Gym / Fitness facilities, Internet access-High-Speed, Internet access-Wireless, Laundry service, Lift / Elevator, Lobby, Non-smoking rooms, Parking facilities-at cost, Reception, Room service, Safe deposit box in the rooms (free of charge), Solarium and Swimming pool-outdoor. All of the hotel's stylish and contemporary rooms are well equipped, with all the modern comforts and facilities guests' need in a restful, relaxing base. Whether guests are exploring the region as a tourist, visiting the area on business or attending a conference, the comfortable, peaceful rooms provide a relaxing haven. In addition to the listed facilities, all rooms are equipped with double glazed windows, individual climate controls, a heated towel rack, a welcome kit and a full-length mirror.

Room(s)

Universal Room - Free WIFI (1 or 2 people)
These are the rooms that best define our hotel. Modern and comfortable rooms with ensuite full marble bathroom. Room Facilities: Free of Charge Safety Deposit Box, Free of Charge WIFI + High Speed Internet Connection, Minibar, Full Bath, TV, Telephone, Air Conditioning and heating, private toilet, Satellite TV, Hairdryer, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Work Desk, Ironing Facilities, Bathroom amenities.

Ratings and reviews

Reviewer score 4 out of 5
2 customer reviews About the scores
Amenities:
4.5
Maintenance:
4.5
Hotel staff:
4.5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
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Map & Area info

Av. Paral-lel, 76-80, Barcelona, 08001 ES
Area served
Barcelona.
Nearby airports
Barcelona International Airport (BCN) only 14 KMS away from the hotel.
Description
Hotel Barcelona Universal is located on Avenida Paralel, number 76, just a few steps away from Las Ramblas (metro station "PARALEL", lines 2 and 3, just in front of the hotel). The locations gives to the hotel's guests access to some of Barcelona's most emblematic and celebrated areas such as the Old Port, the Gothic neighbourhood, the Liceu Theatre, the Palau de la Música Catalana, the Cathedral, the Magical Fountains of Montjuïc, CaixaForum, the Grec Theatre, Poble Espanyol, the Mies van der Rohe Pavilion and the Olympic Stadium. Hotel Barcelona Universal is nearby to countless tourist attractions, as well as the city's key business and commercial areas, the World Trade Centre, the Barcelona Fira and the Palau de Congresos Convention Centre.
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Amenities

Amenities

  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Wireless Internet
  • Concierge
  • Pool
  • High Speed Internet
  • Conference Facilities
  • Business Center
  • Internet Access
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Room Service

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
There are 4 meeting rooms (under request directly to the hotel). Also, on the 9th floor there is a lobby that clients can use free of charge for small meetings.
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Reviews

Ratings and reviews

Reviewer score 4 out of 5
2 customer reviews About the scores
Amenities:
4.5
Maintenance:
4.5
Hotel staff:
4.5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4

Most recent customer reviews

Score: 4 out of 5
Great location!!!

M Charles, 8 Jul 2009

Great central location for a hotel that is located in the hear of the city....next to shops, and close to public trasportation!! walking distance to famous La Rambla and Port Vell

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Score: 4 out of 5
Great location!

What's Next?!, 22 Jun 2009

Surrounding the hotel is authentic Espanya. In what has been called in other reviews the "red light district", this busy street of Para-lel is centrally located and generally innocent. The metro is

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Paral-lel (green L3) subway station is steps away from hotel!!

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Dining hint Short walk from hotel

Straight out the front door and to the left are many authentic Spanish restaurants and what i got hooked on, THE DONER KEBAB (European sandwich sort of meal)! A few more blocks in another direction is La Boqueria, a must see for all who visit Barcelona.

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Lowest price:
£62.19* per night

* taxes may not be included

* based on: check-in: Sun, 13 Dec check-out: Tue, 15 Dec

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by ebookers