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4.2 out of 5

"A great location and wonderful helpful friendly staff especially Denis in the dining area " More

By a verified traveller on Fri 14 Feb 2020

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Standard Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
£84* Per night/room 21 Mar - 22 Mar

Triple Room

Bed Count 3 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Privilege

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Superior

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the great public transport around Hotel Barcelona Universal. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Avenida del Paralelo. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant.

  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine while dining at THE WOLF
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests like the accommodation for the cleanliness, comfy beds and spaciousness
  • Steps from Sant Pau del Camp and 6 minutes on foot from Refugi 307

Hotel Barcelona Universal ratings based on 48 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.2 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Hotel Barcelona Universal

Everyone (27) Couples (11) Family (8)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 1 Jan 2024

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28 Jan 2024 by Alba L.

Dear Deborah,Thank you for your positive review.Best regards, Hotel Barcelona Universal Team

5 out of 5
A great location and wonderful helpful friendly staff especially Denis in the dining area

Posted by , from Stoke on Trent on 14 Feb 2020

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5 out of 5
Helpful and friendly staff. local or spanish tv channels are not shown. only something in German and French

Posted by on 14 Mar 2024

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5 out of 5
Tolle Unterkunft, gutes Essen mit der Halbpension und hervorragend erreichbar, Metro Station vor dem Hotel

Posted by on 21 Jan 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

28 Jan 2024 by Alba L.

Lieber Roger,vielen Dank für Ihr positives Feedback und Ihre freundlichen Worte! Mit freundlichen Grüßen, Hotel Barcelona Universal Team

4 out of 5

Posted by on 3 Jan 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

9 Jan 2024 by Mercedes

Thank you Jennifer for your lovely feedback.Looking forwarad welcoming you back.Kind Regards,

4 out of 5

Posted by on 17 Dec 2023

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9 Jan 2024 by Mercedes

Dear Juha,Thank you very much for your feedback.Looking forward welcoming you back.Kind Regards,

4 out of 5
Sehr sauberes Hotel, in der nähe sämtlicher Sehenswürdigkeiten. Frühstück dürfte grösser ausfallen.

Posted by on 22 Nov 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Nov 2023 by Mercedes

Vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung! Es freut uns zu hören, dass Sie das Hotel als sehr sauber empfunden haben und die Nähe zu den Sehenswürdigkeiten geschätzt haben. Ihre Anmerkung bezüglich des Frühstücks wird zur Kenntnis genommen, und es ist möglich, dass das Hotel in Zukunft Anpassungen vornimmt, um das Frühstückserlebnis zu verbessern.Wenn Sie weitere Anregungen oder Rückmeldungen haben, lassen Sie es uns bitte wissen. Wir hoffen, dass Sie einen angenehmen Aufenthalt hatten und würden uns freuen, Sie in der Zukunft wieder im Hotel begrüßen zu dürfen.

5 out of 5
Good hotel with excellent location beside metro and busses. Short walk everywhere, old town, beaches etc. Friendly staff, good food and breakfast. Pool on the roof with a nice wiew to town and bar.

Posted by on 22 Oct 2023

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23 Oct 2023 by Mercedes

Dear Tiina,Thank you very much for your lovely review.I am glad you has enjoyed your stay with us and you appreciated our location, staff and services.Looking forward welcoming you back.Kind Regards,

4 out of 5
Metro

Posted by on 12 Oct 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

18 Oct 2023 by Mercedes

Thank you Sandra for your imput.Lookign forward welcoming you back soon.Kind Regards,

4 out of 5

Posted by on 18 Sep 2023

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9 Oct 2023 by Mercedes

Dear Noora,Thank you very much for your scoring.Looking forward welcoming you again..Kind Regards,Mercedes

About the Hotel Barcelona Universal

Location Del Paral.lel, Del 76-78, Barcelona, 08001

Renovations + Closures

The following facilities will be closed during January, February, March, November and December:

  • Bar/Lounge

Property Features

Hotel Barcelona Universal offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 646 square feet (60 square metres) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour or ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Hotel Barcelona Universal. Parking is available for a fee. This 4-star Barcelona hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 167 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 646 sq ft of conference space
  • 60 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2001
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Barcelona Paseo de Gracia Station (2.2 km / 1.4 mi)
  • Metro station: Parc de Montjuic Station (0.1 km / 0.1 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Hotel Barcelona Universal offers 167 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Barcelona hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

  • Deep-soaking bath
  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Bidet
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Blackout curtains
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Climate control
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or cupboard

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.

THE WOLF – This restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner.

TERRACE BAR – This bar is located by the pool. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily. Reservations are required.

Nearby Activities

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

Children aged 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.

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Spa Services

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair accessible parking

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 2 AM

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

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.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. Contactless check-out is available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property registry number - HB-004114
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Debit cards
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours
  • Online penalty collection

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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 5.45 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 17.5 per person
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 30 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 20

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

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  • Hotel Universal Barcelona
  • Universal Barcelona
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  • Universal Hotel Barcelona
  • Barcelona Universal Hotel Catalonia
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You should know

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Awards & Affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Biosphere – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

  • Biosphere
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