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One-star hotel in Barcelona’s Born district, with rooms for one, two or three people, free WiFi and Ciutadella Park close by.
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chic&basic Zoo is a 1-star hotel in Barcelona’s Born district, 250 m from Ciutadella Park. Its address on Passeig Picasso places the accommodation between the old town and a large green space, with museums, public transport and beaches within easy reach as you explore the city.
The five room categories include single, double and triple options, ranging from 15 to 22 m². All have a private bathroom, air conditioning, TV and safe; some offer a balcony with city views, while others overlook an interior courtyard. The hotel has free WiFi throughout, a café and room service, as well as bicycle and car hire, concierge service and luggage storage. Breakfast is buffet-style and is not included in the rate. França Railway Station is 250 m away, the Picasso Museum is 290 m away, and several Barcelona beaches are just over a kilometre away. It’s an urban base for combining cultural visits, walks around the Born and days by the sea.
The five categories range from a 15 m² single room to a 22 m² triple, with double rooms of different sizes in between. All have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a safe. Depending on the room, the available configurations accommodate one, two or three people, and some double rooms can have a double bed or twin beds on request, subject to availability.
Several categories overlook the interior courtyard, while the Superior Double Room also has a balcony and city views towards Passeig de Picasso and Ciutadella Park. The rooms have a bath and shower; the triple room also has a patio. The Economy Double Room is an interior room measuring 15 m², while the 21 and 22 m² options offer more space. A cot is subject to availability and is not offered in the Economy Double Room.
At 15 m² and accommodating one person, this single room overlooks an interior courtyard. The bath offers an alternative to the shower, and the air conditioning lets you adjust the temperature. It’s a compact option with a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.
At 22 m², this room stands out for its balcony with city views over Passeig de Picasso and Ciutadella Park. It has a bath and air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom. A double bed or twin beds can be requested, subject to availability.
At 21 m², this room offers more space than the Economy Double Room and overlooks an interior courtyard. It has a bath, a shower and air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom. It can be set up with a double bed or two single beds, subject to availability.
At 15 m², this economy double room is an interior room overlooking a courtyard. Designed for two people, it has a double bed; the private bathroom has a bath and shower. Air conditioning and a flat-screen TV complete this simple stay, without a balcony.
This 22 m² room accommodates up to three people and has a patio, a feature that sets it apart from the other categories. It includes a bath and shower, air conditioning and a private bathroom. The main configuration uses three single beds; an alternative arrangement with a large double bed is also available.
The hotel has free WiFi throughout and rooms with air conditioning, a private bathroom, a bath or shower, and a flat-screen TV. There’s a café at the property, and room service lets you request assistance without leaving your room. To get around Barcelona, you can hire a bicycle or car; the concierge team and tourist information service can help you plan visits and journeys.
Practical services include daily housekeeping, luggage storage, a safe, a lift and heating. The rooms are non-smoking, and the accommodation also has shared areas with public toilets. Internet access is available throughout the property. The hotel also offers a shuttle service, as well as indoor spaces with tiled or marble floors. The café and room service complete the options for getting something to eat or drink during your stay.
chic&basic Zoo is on Passeig Picasso, in Ciutat Vella, in the Born district. The neighbourhood combines narrow streets, historic buildings, museums, bars and restaurants, and lies between the Gothic Quarter and Ciutadella Park. The park is 250 m away; Barcelona Zoo is 400 m away, and the Picasso Museum is 290 m away. You can also visit the Chocolate Museum, 100 m away, or explore El Born, 160 m away. This part of the city makes it easy to alternate outdoor walks with cultural visits without going far from the accommodation.
França Railway Station is 250 m away and Arc de Triomf Station is 550 m away. Jaume I metro station is 500 m away, and Barceloneta is 550 m away. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 10 km away; Girona-Costa Brava Airport is 73 km away. To get to the sea, Somorrostro Beach is 1.1 km away and Sant Miquel Beach is 1.3 km away. Plaça de Catalunya is 1.1 km away and Casa Batlló is 1.6 km away.
You can spend a morning at the Picasso Museum and the Born’s museums and palaces, then set aside time for the paths and gardens of Ciutadella Park. The Arc de Triomf is 500 m away. There are several coastal spots for a day by the water: Somorrostro and Barceloneta are 1.1 km away, while Nova Icària is 1.4 km away. From June to September, it’s more common to combine city visits with a swim in the sea; at other times of year, a walk along the coast and through the old town is still an option.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff and the proximity to places of interest in the Born and Ciutat Vella. WiFi, cleanliness and comfort also receive good reviews, although the facilities and value for money get more moderate scores.
Rates at chic&basic Zoo vary depending on the season, dates and room category. To check the current price for your stay, check the available rates here.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 10 km from chic&basic Zoo, and Girona-Costa Brava Airport is 73 km away. França Railway Station is 250 m away and Jaume I metro station is 500 m away; Barceloneta is also 550 m away. You can reach Ciutat Vella by public transport or taxi. The hotel doesn’t have parking.
chic&basic Zoo is in the Born district, in Ciutat Vella. Ciutadella Park is 250 m away, the Picasso Museum is 290 m away and Barcelona Zoo is 400 m away. The Chocolate Museum is 100 m away. To get to the sea, Somorrostro Beach is 1.1 km away and Sant Miquel Beach is 1.3 km away.
chic&basic Zoo offers a buffet breakfast, but it isn’t included in the rate. The price of your stay may vary depending on the dates and room, so you should consider the cost of breakfast separately when choosing your booking terms.
chic&basic Zoo has a Standard Triple Room that accommodates three people and up to two children. Double rooms accommodate up to two people and, depending on the category, one child. A cot is subject to availability and isn’t offered in the Economy Double Room.
Check-in at chic&basic Zoo is between 15:00 and 00:00, and check-out is by 12:00. You must let the accommodation know your expected arrival time in advance and present photo ID and a credit card when checking in.
Yes, chic&basic Zoo offers free WiFi throughout the property. The connection is available in both the rooms and the shared areas, so you can get online during your stay without being limited to one particular space.
