Fontanella Green House
Barcelona · Catalonia · 2 Stars

Fontanella Green House

Two-star guest house in Barcelona, in a modernist building dating from 1881, with soundproofed rooms, free Wi-Fi and Urquinaona metro station 20 m away.

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7.7 Score
1.706 Reviews
2★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Barcelona
Nearby Paradox Museum · 120 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Fontanella Green House

Fontanella Green House is a 2-star guest house in Barcelona, 250 m from Plaça de Catalunya and in a renovated modernist building dating from 1881. Its rooms, for two, three or up to four people, combine a private bathroom with air conditioning, heating, soundproofing, a safe, fridge and Smart TV. Some have a balcony and city views, while others overlook an interior courtyard; the options include single beds and rooms with a double bed.

The accommodation has a lift, free Wi-Fi throughout and a tourist information desk; an airport shuttle is available on request. On Via Laietana, in Ciutat Vella, it is close to metro, bus and train stations, as well as squares and modernist buildings in the city centre. The urban beaches are around 2 km away, so you can combine cultural visits with walks by the sea. The range of room sizes lets you choose between rooms for couples, friends or small groups.

Fontanella Green House
★ 7.7 · Good · 1.706 reviews

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Two-star guest house in Barcelona, in a modernist building dating from 1881, with soundproofed rooms, free Wi-Fi and Urquinaona metro station 20 m away.

Room types

The options include twin rooms, rooms with a double bed, a triple room and a quadruple room for up to four people. Room sizes range from 12 to 20 m². Some twin rooms have a balcony and city views; others overlook an interior courtyard, while several room types stand out for their more spacious layout or group capacity.

All the rooms described include a private bathroom, air conditioning, soundproofing and a flat-screen TV. Amenities include a shower, toiletries, towels, a hairdryer and a safe; several rooms also have a fridge. You can choose between a compact room for two, an option with a balcony or city views, and layouts with more beds for travelling together. The bright, modern décor is part of the character of the rooms in this renovated building.

Standard Twin Room with City View — Fontanella Green House
Standard Twin Room with City View
14 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • City view

At 14 m², this option for two people combines two single beds with a balcony and city views. It is a standard room with outdoor space among the twin room options; air conditioning, a private bathroom and soundproofing complete a stay designed for relaxing after exploring Barcelona.

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Small Twin Room with City View — Fontanella Green House
Small Twin Room with City View
12 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • City view

This 12 m² room is a compact option for two guests, with two single beds, a balcony and city views. It shares the city-facing outlook of the Standard Twin Room, but has less indoor space. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and soundproofed walls for greater comfort during your stay.

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Small Twin Room — Fontanella Green House
Small Twin Room
12 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Interior courtyard view
  • Shower

With 12 m² of space and capacity for two people, this room has two single beds and views of an interior courtyard. Unlike the city-facing options, it has no balcony and offers a more sheltered setting. It includes a private bathroom with a shower, air conditioning and soundproofing.

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Superior Twin Room with City View — Fontanella Green House
Superior Twin Room with City View
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • City view

This 16 m² Superior Twin Room offers more space than the small twin room options and accommodates two people in single beds. The balcony opens onto city views, setting it apart from the rooms overlooking the courtyard. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and soundproofed walls.

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Standard Twin Room — Fontanella Green House
Standard Twin Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Interior courtyard view
  • Shower

At 17 m², this Standard Twin Room for two people has two single beds and views of an interior courtyard. It is more spacious than the 12 m² small rooms and does not include a balcony. A private bathroom with a shower, air conditioning and soundproofing complete its main amenities.

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Quadruple Room — Fontanella Green House
Quadruple Room
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds and 1 Large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Interior courtyard view
  • Shower

The largest room, at 20 m², accommodates up to four people and combines two single beds with a large double bed. It overlooks an interior courtyard rather than the city. It includes a private bathroom, air conditioning and soundproofing, with a layout suited to sharing.

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Triple Room with City View — Fontanella Green House
Triple Room with City View
16 m²

  • 3 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • City view

Designed for three guests, this 16 m² room has three single beds, a balcony and city views. Compared with the twin rooms with balconies, its distinguishing feature is that it accommodates one extra person while still offering outdoor space. It also has a private bathroom, air conditioning and soundproofed walls.

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Small Double Room — Fontanella Green House
Small Double Room
18 m²

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Interior courtyard view
  • Large double bed

This 18 m² room has a large double bed for two people and views of an interior courtyard. Unlike the small twin rooms, it has one large bed and no balcony. It includes a private bathroom with a shower, air conditioning and soundproofing.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to travel by metro: Urquinaona station is 20 m away and FGC - Plaça de Catalunya is 450 m away
  • you are travelling in a group: the quadruple room accommodates up to four people and combines single beds with a large double bed
  • you would like a balcony and city views: several twin rooms and the triple room have these features
  • you need internet access included: Wi-Fi is free and available throughout the accommodation
  • you want to arrange an airport transfer: the shuttle service is available on request

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: Fontanella Green House does not have parking
  • you expect to arrive after 23:30: check-in after this time incurs a €15 surcharge
  • you are looking for accommodation where you can hold parties: parties are not allowed and quiet hours from 22:00 to 07:00 must be observed
  • you would rather avoid a damage deposit: €50 is requested by credit card on arrival

Hotel facilities & services

The rooms have a private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, towels and a hairdryer. There is a safe and wardrobe for storing your belongings, and some rooms also include a fridge, desk and clothes rack. Air conditioning and heating let you adjust the temperature, while soundproofing helps reduce outside noise. There is also a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi throughout the accommodation.

The building has a lift and maintains non-smoking spaces. To help you organise your journeys, Fontanella Green House offers an airport shuttle as well as a transfer service; both are complemented by a tourist information desk. The rooms have bed linen and sockets near the bed, along with practical items for everyday use. The range of services covers common needs for both a city break and a shared stay.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tourist information
  • Shower
  • Lift

General facilities

  • Transfer service
  • Tourist information
  • Airport shuttle
  • Security cameras in communal areas
  • Access card
  • Access key
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Fridge
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Fontanella Green House is on Via Laietana, in Ciutat Vella, a central area of Barcelona with squares, shops and streets connecting different parts of the historic centre. Plaça de Catalunya is 250 m away and Casa Calvet is 300 m away. Paradox Museum is 120 m away, while Urquinaona metro station is just 20 m away. The area lets you combine visits to modernist buildings and museums with walks through the city-centre streets.

For public transport, FGC - Plaça de Catalunya is 450 m away and Catalunya railway station is 310 m away; there are also bus stops 350 m and 450 m away. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 10 km away. The coast is around 2 km away: Platja de la Barceloneta is 2.0 km away and Platja del Somorrostro is also 2.0 km away. The nearby metro station makes it easy to travel between the centre and other neighbourhoods.

Cultural attractions include the Picasso Museum and MACBA, both 700 m away, as well as Casa Batlló, 750 m away. You can explore the historic squares, admire the modernist façades or spend a day at the museums before heading to the coast. From late spring to early autumn, the urban beaches are often a good option for swimming and walking by the sea; the rest of the year, they are still appealing for a stroll along the seafront.

Paradox Museum — Interactive exhibitions featuring optical illusions and visual experiences for all ages. 120 m
Casa Calvet — Modernist building by Gaudí, with an ornamental façade and distinctive architectural details. 300 m
Picasso Museum — Collection dedicated to the works and artistic periods of Pablo Picasso. 700 m
Platja de la Barceloneta — Urban beach with a seafront promenade, sand and access to coastal facilities. 2,0 km
Urquinaona metro station — Nearby access to the metro network for exploring different neighbourhoods of Barcelona. 20 m
Casa Batlló — Modernist house by Gaudí, recognisable for its colourful, undulating façade. 750 m

What guests say about Fontanella Green House

7.7
Good · 1.706 reviews
Staff
8.3
Comfort
7.8
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
7.7
Facilities
7.4
Value for money
7.5
Free Wi-Fi
8.0

Guests especially appreciate the proximity to the main sights in the centre and the transport connections. Staff service receives favourable comments; the facilities, cleanliness and comfort receive more moderate ratings. The Wi-Fi also makes a positive impression.

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