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Adults-only design hotel in Barcelona, with a 500 m² spa, rooftop pool and soundproofed rooms in the Eixample.
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Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only is a 4-star hotel in Barcelona, housed in an attractive 19th-century building in the Eixample.
Its design concept is aimed at adults and is part of the Gay-xample, an area associated with Barcelona’s gay scene; the staff know the local scene and the hotel is straight-friendly. Rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, soundproofing, a minibar and a coffee machine. Depending on the category, they also have a patio or balcony, with views of the inner courtyard in several options.
Highlights among the shared spaces include a 500 m² spa with a hydromassage pool and saunas, and a rooftop with a pool, hot tub and cocktail bar. There is also a gym, terrace and buffet breakfast. Spa access includes one hour per booking and guest, subject to availability and advance reservation. Casa Batlló is 600 m away and Universitat metro station is 350 m away.
All four categories share the same focus on comfort: they have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, soundproofing, a coffee machine and a minibar. Rooms are either 20 or 25 m² and each accommodates up to two guests. The Double Room and Economy Double Room are 20 m²; the Superior and Deluxe categories are 25 m², with differences that let you prioritise a balcony, extra space or a lower rate.
Several options have views of the inner courtyard. The Superior Double Room may have a balcony with street views, while other rooms in this category face the interior. The standard category adds a pillow menu with four options, and the Deluxe combines its 25 m² with a minibar and coffee machine. Overall, there are compact options for one or two people, primarily with a double bed and different features depending on the category.
At 20 m², this room offers views of an inner courtyard and has a patio. It also includes a pillow menu with four options, a distinctive feature that lets you choose how you’d like to rest. Soundproofing, wooden flooring, a minibar and a coffee machine complete this practical space for two people.
At 25 m² with a double bed, this category may have a balcony with street views; other rooms overlook the inner courtyard. It is the only option in these categories with a balcony and includes one hour of spa access, subject to availability and advance reservation.
The Deluxe Double Room offers 25 m² of space for two people and a double bed. Facilities include a minibar, a coffee machine and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels; soundproofed walls and air conditioning complete a comfortable stay in a contemporary-style space.
This 20 m² option stands out for its large double bed and views of the inner courtyard. It includes air conditioning, satellite TV, a minibar and a coffee machine, as well as a private bathroom with a shower. Wooden flooring and soundproofing complete this practical room for two guests.
The hotel has spaces for exercise and relaxation, including a gym, spa and wellness centre, spa area and sauna. There is also a terrace and solarium, as well as lockers in the gym and spa. The reception is open 24 hours a day and offers luggage storage and tourist information; guests travelling for work can use the meeting rooms and business centre.
The rooms are non-smoking, and the property has a lift and facilities for guests with reduced mobility. WiFi is free throughout the hotel, while private parking is nearby and costs €30 per day. Breakfast is served as a buffet, and breakfast in the room is also available. Other facilities include a bar, room service and laundry service.
Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only is at Aribau, 33, in the Eixample district, in the area known as Gay-xample for its lively gay scene. The surroundings combine residential buildings and shops, and several examples of modernist architecture are within walking distance: the Museu del Modernisme Català is 290 m away, Museu Tàpies is 540 m away and Casa Batlló is 600 m away. There are also restaurants just a few metres away, including Nikkei 103, 3 m away, and La Maroteca Pescado Salvaje Aribau, 30 m away.
Universitat metro station is 350 m away and Provença FGC station is 550 m away. There are bus stops at Barcelona (rda. Universitat, 33), 600 m away, and at Gran Via - Comte Borrell, 650 m away. Plaça de Catalunya is 800 m away, MACBA is 700 m away and the Picasso Museum is 1.7 km away. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 9 km away. These connections make it easy to get around the city by public transport and reach different neighbourhoods.
For a day of architecture, you can combine Casa Batlló with Museu Tàpies and continue towards La Pedrera, 850 m away. The coast is also accessible: Platja de la Barceloneta and Platja de Sant Miquel are 2.8 km away, while Platja de Sant Sebastià is 2.9 km away. In the warmer months, the beaches are an option for rounding off a city visit. Montjuïc and Montjuïc Castle are 2.6 km away, with the Miramar cable car 2.1 km away.
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Guests particularly appreciate the surroundings and the comfortable beds. Cleanliness and staff service also receive good reviews, while the facilities and WiFi add to the overall positive impression.
Rates at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only vary depending on the season, room and dates of your stay. You can check the latest price for your dates here.
Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only is at Aribau, 33, in the Eixample. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 9 km away. Universitat metro station is 350 m away and there are bus stops 600 m away. Private parking is nearby, does not require a reservation and costs €30 per day.
Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only is in the Eixample, close to the Museu del Modernisme Català, 290 m away, and Casa Batlló, 600 m away. MACBA is 700 m away and Plaça de Catalunya is 800 m away. If you want to go to the seaside, Platja de la Barceloneta and Platja de Sant Miquel are 2.8 km away.
Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only offers a buffet breakfast and also provides breakfast in the room. The buffet is listed among the hotel’s options; whether breakfast is included depends on the rate you choose.
Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only includes one hour of spa access per booking and guest, subject to availability and advance reservation. The spa covers 500 m² and has a hydromassage pool and saunas; the hotel also has a gym and a relaxation area.
Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only is an adults-only property, intended for stays without children. Its facilities include a spa, gym and rooftop pool, as well as rooms that accommodate up to two guests.
Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only has Double Rooms, Superior Double Rooms, Deluxe Double Rooms and Economy Double Rooms. They range from 20 to 25 m² and all accommodate up to two people; some Superior Double Rooms have a balcony with street views.
Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only requires a damage deposit of €150 in cash on arrival. The amount is returned at check-out, once the accommodation has been inspected.
