Guest house in Barcelona’s Eixample, set in a 19th-century building, with double rooms, a terrace for breakfast and a metro station just minutes away.
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Cien is a guest house in a 19th-century building in Barcelona’s Eixample, 300 m from Passeig de Gràcia metro station. Its eight rooms, decorated in a warm, minimalist style, include an interior Economy Double Room and a Superior Double Room with a balcony. Both accommodate up to two people and have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and soundproofing; the Economy room gets little natural light, while the Superior room offers city views and a terrace.
The terrace is a place to enjoy continental and buffet breakfast, and the lounge serves coffee and snacks throughout the day. Cien offers free WiFi, a lift, heating and daily housekeeping. Universitat, Catalunya and Passeig de Gràcia metro stations are all less than a five-minute walk away. Las Ramblas, Plaça de Catalunya and Passeig de Gràcia are also nearby, along with bars, restaurants and shops, making the guest house a convenient base for exploring Barcelona’s Modernist architecture and museums.
Cien has two room types, both double rooms that accommodate up to two people. Each measures 13 m² and has a double bed, a private bathroom with a shower, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Soundproofing is also included in both, and the rooms share a warm, minimalist style. The Economy Double Room overlooks an interior courtyard and gets little natural light.
The Superior Double Room has a balcony, a terrace and city views, as well as more natural light. This gives you the choice between an interior room and one with outdoor space and urban views. Both rooms have the same capacity and dimensions, while the balcony sets the Superior option apart. The Economy room offers a more sheltered setting, while the Superior Double Room opens out towards the streets of the Eixample.
Measuring 13 m² and accommodating two people, this double room overlooks an interior courtyard and gets little natural light, setting it apart from the Superior room. It has a private bathroom with a shower and practical amenities including a double bed, air conditioning and soundproofing.
This room also measures 13 m² and accommodates two people, but it adds a balcony, terrace and city views, along with plenty of natural light. It is the outdoor-facing option compared with the interior Economy Double Room; it has a double bed and a private bathroom with a shower, as well as access to the urban surroundings.
The rooms at Cien have a private bathroom, shower, toiletries, towels, bed linen and a hairdryer. They also have air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV and satellite channels; the lift provides access to the upper floors. Wooden or parquet flooring, soundproofing and a power socket by the bed complete the everyday amenities.
The shared areas include a terrace, garden and outdoor furniture, as well as daily housekeeping and luggage storage. The property offers tourist information and activities such as walking tours, bike tours and experiences focused on local culture. Its café serves fruit, wine or champagne, and can prepare special diet menus on request. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and ironing facilities and an iron are provided.
Cien is at Consell de Cent, 278, in Barcelona’s Eixample, among the district’s characteristic grid of streets and within walking distance of Las Ramblas, Plaça de Catalunya and Passeig de Gràcia. The area combines residential buildings, shops, cafés and restaurants, with Modernist architecture along the nearby avenues. Casa Lleó i Morera and the Antoni Tàpies Foundation are 250 m away; Casa Amatller and Casa Batlló are 300 m away. A walk along this stretch of Passeig de Gràcia lets you appreciate the Modernist façades and details.
Transport links make it easy to get around Barcelona. Passeig de Gràcia metro station is 300 m away and Universitat station is 350 m away; Passeig de Gràcia railway station is 310 m away. There is also a bus stop at Barcelona (rda. Universitat, 33), 400 m away, and another at pl. de Catalunya - Bergara, 600 m away. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 9 km away. Buses to the airport leave from Plaça de Catalunya, and trains to the airport and Sitges run from Passeig de Gràcia station.
For museums, Museu Tàpies is 270 m away and the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art is 750 m away; Casa Milà (La Pedrera) is 650 m away and the Picasso Museum is 1.5 km away. Plaça de Catalunya, 600 m away, is a landmark from which you can continue towards different neighbourhoods and shopping areas. If you want to include the coast in your day, Barceloneta Beach is 2.7 km away and Nova Icària Beach is 3.1 km away. In the warmer months, you can combine city sightseeing with an afternoon by the sea, while the rest of the year the museums and Modernist buildings offer indoor cultural activities.
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Reviews give particularly high marks to the surroundings and staff; cleanliness and comfort also receive favourable comments. The facilities score well, while WiFi receives a slightly lower rating than the other aspects.
The price of a night at Cien varies depending on the dates, season and room. Check the rate available for your stay.
Cien is 9 km from Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Buses to the airport leave from Plaça de Catalunya, 600 m away; Passeig de Gràcia railway station, 310 m away, has train connections to the airport and Sitges. Passeig de Gràcia and Universitat metro stations are 300 m and 350 m away. Cien does not have parking.
Cien is in the Eixample, near Las Ramblas and Passeig de Gràcia. The Museum of Catalan Modernism is 40 m away, Casa Batlló is 300 m away and Plaça de Catalunya is 600 m away. You can also visit the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art, 750 m away, or head to Barceloneta Beach, 2.7 km away.
Cien offers continental and buffet breakfast on the terrace. Breakfast is not included in the rate; coffee and snacks are also served in the lounge throughout the day.
Check-in at Cien is available from 14:00 to 21:30. If you arrive after 21:00 and would prefer to be greeted by a receptionist, an extra charge of 40 EUR applies; alternatively, you can complete the online check-in before you arrive. You need to let the property know your expected arrival time in advance.
Cien offers an interior Economy Double Room and a Superior Double Room with a balcony. Both measure 13 m², accommodate up to two people and have a private bathroom with a shower. The Economy room gets little natural light; the Superior room also has a balcony, terrace and city views.
Cien does not allow stag or hen parties or similar events. Quiet hours are also from 21:00 to 08:00, so guests are expected to respect others’ rest at night.
Cien offers a return airport transfer service for an extra charge. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 9 km away, and buses to the airport also leave from Plaça de Catalunya.
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