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Four-star hotel on Las Ramblas, with a rooftop swimming pool and solarium, spa, Mediterranean dining and soundproofed rooms near Plaça de Catalunya.
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Hotel 1898 is a 4-star hotel in Barcelona, on Las Ramblas, in a restored 19th-century building with a rooftop swimming pool and solarium. Its colonial style and distinctive architectural and historical heritage give your stay character. Plaça de Catalunya is 200 metres away; the Gothic Quarter and the cathedral are a ten-minute walk away.
The rooms combine elegant decor, marble bathrooms, air conditioning and free WiFi. Some overlook the inner courtyard; others have city views, and the Deluxe category adds a terrace. The restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine, while the restaurant bar with terrace serves tapas. The spa and gym offer ways to unwind after exploring Barcelona; use of the spa facilities is reserved for guests aged 14 and over. Its historic building, dining options and wellness spaces make it a good choice if you want to explore the centre and return to a hotel with ways to relax.
Hotel 1898 offers four room categories for up to two people. The Classic Double Room, measuring 21 m², overlooks the inner courtyard; the Superior, measuring 22 m², offers city views and views of a point of interest. Both let you choose between a double bed or two single beds and include air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, soundproofing and a minibar.
The Privilege measures 31 m² and is located in a corner of the hotel, with city views; the Deluxe, measuring 23 m², is on the fifth floor and adds a large terrace overlooking the street. These differences let you choose between an outlook over the courtyard, city views or private outdoor space. All four options have a private bathroom and air conditioning, as well as toiletries, a bathrobe and slippers.
At 21 m², the Classic Double Room overlooks the peaceful inner courtyard. It accommodates up to two guests and has two single beds. A private bathroom, air conditioning and soundproofing complement the classic-style room, while its courtyard view sets it apart from the options facing the city.
At 22 m², the Superior Double Room offers city views and a view of a point of interest. Unlike the Classic, which overlooks the inner courtyard, this bright room faces the city. It accommodates up to two people and is primarily configured with a double bed; soundproofing completes its amenities.
At 31 m², the Privilege Double Room offers more space than the Superior and stands out for its location in a corner of the hotel. Its windows look out onto the street and city sights. It accommodates up to two people and is primarily configured with a double bed; the bathroom includes a bidet.
The Deluxe Double Room measures 23 m² and is on the fifth floor. Its distinctive feature is a large terrace overlooking the street, an outdoor space not found in the other categories. It accommodates up to two guests and is primarily configured with a double bed; it also offers views of the city and a point of interest.
The dining options include a café, a restaurant and a bar; breakfast is also available in your room. For exercise and relaxation, the hotel has a gym, spa area, hammam, steam room, sauna and relaxation spaces, as well as a terrace and solarium. Room service and a 24-hour reception make it easier to get assistance during your stay.
Practical amenities include free WiFi, garage parking, luggage storage, tourist information and daily housekeeping. Laundry service, a lift and accessibility facilities are also available, including facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobility. Air conditioning and soundproofing complete the general amenities, along with outdoor furniture. You can alternate visits around Barcelona with breaks in the wellness areas or use the gym before heading out to explore the city.
Hotel 1898 is at La Rambla, 109, in Ciutat Vella, on a central stretch of the road that runs through Barcelona’s old town. Plaça de Catalunya is 200 m away, and the Gothic Quarter and the cathedral are about a 10-minute walk from there. Palau de la Virreina is 130 m away, Plaça de Sant Felip Neri is 300 m away, and MACBA is also 300 m away. The surrounding streets are lined with historic buildings, museums and shops, so you can explore several sights on foot from the hotel.
Liceu metro station is 250 m away, as is Plaça de Catalunya (FGC). The pl. de Catalunya - Bergara bus stop is 300 m away; FGC Plaça de Catalunya Station is 400 m away, and Passeig de Gràcia railway station is 1.1 km away. Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 9 km away. Moll de Drassanes ferry terminal is 1.1 km away. For a trip to the coast, Platja de la Barceloneta is 1.8 km away; Platja de Sant Miquel is the same distance away.
For a city visit, the Picasso Museum is 800 m away and Casa Batlló is 1 km away, while Barcelona Aquarium is 1.4 km away. You can spend time in MACBA’s galleries and the streets around the cathedral, or set aside part of the day for the seafront promenade. Barceloneta’s beaches are usually more appealing from late spring to early autumn, when the weather is suitable for swimming; the rest of the year, the historic centre, museums and architecture offer other things to do nearby.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff, cleanliness and comfort. They also praise the condition of the facilities and access to central Barcelona. Value for money receives a slightly more moderate rating than other aspects, although the overall impression is positive.
Rates at Hotel 1898 vary depending on the season, room category and dates. You can check the current rate for your stay here.
Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 9 km away. To get around the city, Liceu metro station is 250 m away; Plaça de Catalunya (FGC) is 250 m away, and FGC Plaça de Catalunya Station is 400 m away. The pl. de Catalunya - Bergara bus stop is 300 m away. Private parking at the hotel costs €30 per day and cannot be reserved.
Hotel 1898 is in Ciutat Vella, on Las Ramblas. Palau de la Virreina is 130 m away; Plaça de Sant Felip Neri and MACBA are 300 m away; Plaça de Catalunya is 350 m away, and the Picasso Museum is 800 m away. Platja de la Barceloneta is 1.8 km away. The Gothic Quarter and the cathedral are about a 10-minute walk away.
Breakfast is not included in the rate. Hotel 1898 offers continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and American options; buffet and takeaway breakfast are also available. Room service lets you have breakfast in your room.
Hotel 1898 has private parking on site in a garage. It costs €30 per day and cannot be reserved.
Use of the spa at Hotel 1898 is reserved for guests aged 14 and over. Facilities include a hammam, steam room and sauna, as well as a relaxation area and gym.
Hotel 1898 requires a damage deposit of €150 on arrival, charged to a credit card. After check-out, it is refunded in full seven days later, once the accommodation has been inspected.
Hotel 1898 has Classic, Superior, Privilege and Deluxe rooms, all for up to two people. They range in size from 21 to 31 m². Some overlook the inner courtyard, others have city views, and the Deluxe, located on the fifth floor, has a terrace.
