Two-star guest house in Barcelona, opposite the Palau de la Música Catalana, with family rooms, balconies with views and free high-speed WiFi.
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Hostal del Palau is a 2-star guest house in Barcelona, opposite the Palau de la Música Catalana, with rooms offering views of this modernist building. It is in Ciutat Vella, next to Via Laietana, and offers accommodation for couples, solo travellers and families. The rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV; some also have a balcony, private terrace or views of an interior courtyard. Options range from 12 to 24 m², with different bed configurations and capacity for up to four people.
The accommodation offers free high-speed WiFi, a concierge service, luggage storage and tourist information. It also has a terrace and a shared TV area, as well as a kettle and coffee maker. Breakfast is served as a buffet and includes gluten-free options, but is not included in the rate. Urquinaona metro station is 200 m away and Plaça de Catalunya is about a five-minute walk; the cathedral and Mercat de Santa Caterina are also within walking distance.
The rooms cater to different needs, from single stays to family options for up to four people. They range from 12 to 24 m² and have double beds, single beds, bunk beds or combinations of several beds. All have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, while the style and views vary by room type.
Some rooms face the Palau de la Música Catalana and have a balcony with city views; others overlook an interior courtyard and have a terrace. The family options and the studio offer more space than the compact double rooms, and there is a single room with city views. All rooms include practical features such as toiletries, towels and a hairdryer. The range lets you choose between a simple stay for one person, a double room with different bed configurations or a larger room for a family trip.
At 12 m² and with capacity for two people, this is one of the more compact options. You can choose between two single beds or one double bed. The balcony and city views, including a local landmark, give this room its distinctive character.
This 16 m² room accommodates up to three people, with a single bed alongside the double bed. Its soundproof windows look out towards the Palau de la Música Catalana, and the balcony offers city views—a combination that sets it apart from the smaller double rooms.
At 12 m², this double room for two people stands out for its private terrace and outlook over an interior courtyard. The double bed completes a simple layout, designed for guests who prefer their own outdoor space and sheltered views to an urban balcony.
At 24 m² and with capacity for four people, this is one of the more spacious options. It combines a double bed with two single beds and overlooks an interior courtyard; the terrace provides outdoor space not found in the compact double rooms.
This 16 m² double room has a double bed and a balcony with city views and a view of a local landmark. It offers more space than the 12 m² rooms and is an option for two people looking for city views from their own balcony.
The studio offers 24 m² of space for up to four people, with two double beds. Its balcony opens onto views of the city and a local landmark. This spacious layout sets it apart from the family rooms with terraces overlooking the interior courtyard.
At 24 m² and with space for four guests, this family room combines a double bed with a bunk bed. The balcony offers city views and a view of a local landmark, setting it apart from the family option overlooking the interior courtyard.
Designed for one person, this 12 m² single room has a single bed and views of the city and a local landmark. It includes a dining area, wardrobe and tiled floor, features that give it a different feel from the double rooms of a similar size.
The rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, along with everyday essentials such as towels, bed linen, toiletries and a hairdryer. WiFi is free. The rooms also have an electric kettle and a fridge, and some include a dining area and desk. The building has heating and is non-smoking throughout.
For downtime, there is a terrace and a shared TV area. The concierge service, luggage storage and tourist information help you organise your stay, while private and express check-in and check-out offer flexibility on arrival and departure. Housekeeping is provided daily. Family rooms and hypoallergenic options add to the range available; bear in mind that the upper floors are accessible only by stairs.
Hostal del Palau is on Sant Pere Més Alt, in Ciutat Vella, next to Via Laietana and opposite the Palau de la Música Catalana. The area combines old-town streets with museums, squares and shops. Plaça de Catalunya is about a five-minute walk away; Barcelona Cathedral and Mercat de Santa Caterina are around three minutes away on foot. The Picasso Museum is 450 m away and Plaça de Sant Felip Neri is 400 m away.
Urquinaona metro station is 200 m away, and Jaume I is 450 m away. Plaça de Catalunya FGC station, 600 m away, and Arc de Triomf railway station, 650 m away, are also nearby. Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 10 km away. The nearby stations connect Ciutat Vella with other neighbourhoods; the accommodation does not have parking. The pl. de Catalunya - Bergara bus stop is 500 m away.
Nearby places to visit include Museu Frederic Marès, 330 m away, and the Arc de Triomf, 550 m away; Casa Batlló is 1 km away and La Pedrera is 1.5 km away. In the warmer months, the city beaches offer a chance to spend time by the sea: Platja de la Barceloneta is 1.7 km away and Platja de Sant Sebastià is 1.9 km away. The rest of the year, the old town and its museums make it easy to plan cultural walks without relying on the beach season.
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Guests highlight the staff's service and how easy it is to explore the city centre. Cleanliness and comfort receive solid ratings, as do the facilities. The WiFi score is slightly lower than those for the other aspects.
Rates at Hostal del Palau vary depending on the season, room type and dates of your stay. To see the current price for your trip, you can check the rates available through our booking channels.
Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 10 km from Hostal del Palau. Urquinaona metro station is 200 m away and the pl. de Catalunya - Bergara bus stop is 500 m away. Jaume I is 450 m away; Plaça de Catalunya FGC station and Arc de Triomf station are 600 m and 650 m away, respectively. There is no parking at the accommodation.
Hostal del Palau is opposite the Palau de la Música Catalana, in Ciutat Vella. Museu Banksy is 210 m away and Museu Diocesà de Barcelona is 290 m away. The Picasso Museum is 450 m away and the Arc de Triomf is 550 m away. To reach the coast, Platja de la Barceloneta is 1.7 km away and Platja de Sant Sebastià is 1.9 km away.
Hostal del Palau offers a buffet breakfast with gluten-free options. Breakfast is not included in the rate. This means you can take both the format and dietary option into account when choosing your meal plan.
Hostal del Palau has family rooms of up to 24 m² for a maximum of four people. One configuration combines a double bed with single beds; another has a double bed and a bunk bed, as well as a balcony with city views.
The minimum stay at Hostal del Palau is two nights, so bookings for just one night are not available. Bear this in mind when planning the minimum length of your trip.
Hostal del Palau requires a damage deposit of €100 on arrival, payable by credit card. It is refunded in full to the same card after check-out, once the accommodation has been checked.
The upper floors of Hostal del Palau are accessible only by stairs. If you need to avoid steps or have reduced mobility, this may affect your choice of room.
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