Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Barcelona · Catalonia · 4 Stars

Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Four-star hotel in Barcelona with a seasonal pool, gym and modern rooms in Eixample, near Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.

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8.5 Score
924 Reviews
4★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Barcelona
Nearby Tàpies Museum · 370 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts is a 4-star hotel in Barcelona, 450 m from Casa Batlló, with a seasonal pool. It is in Eixample, a five-minute walk from Passeig de Gràcia, and combines simply and elegantly decorated rooms with shared spaces adorned with African works of art.

The rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. Options include single rooms, family rooms spread over two levels, double rooms with garden views, a suite and an apartment with a kitchen. The hotel also has a fitness centre, a 24-hour reception and the B bar. Dining options include a continental and buffet breakfast, which you can also order to your room. La Pedrera is 500 m away; Las Ramblas and the Gothic Quarter are about a 15-minute walk away. Its combination of accommodation in different sizes and urban amenities is practical for both a couple's getaway and a family visit.

Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
★ 8.5 · Very good · 924 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Four-star hotel in Barcelona with a seasonal pool, gym and modern rooms in Eixample, near Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.

Room types

The eight accommodation options range from 12 and 13 m² single rooms to a suite and a 35 m² apartment. All have air conditioning and a private bathroom; the rooms also offer amenities such as a coffee machine, minibar, toiletries, bathrobe and slippers. Capacity ranges from one to four people, depending on the type of accommodation.

The Family Room is spread over two levels and has a double bed and a single bed. The double rooms offer different bed configurations; some overlook Mallorca street, while others are interior-facing. Distinctive options include an Executive Double Room with garden views and a seating area, and a Deluxe Room with a private terrace and views of the garden and pool. The suite adds a seating area, while the apartment includes a kitchen and sofa.

Single Room — Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Single Room
12 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee machine

At 12 m² and with capacity for one person, the Single Room offers simple accommodation with a single bed and private bathroom. It has air conditioning, a coffee machine and minibar, as well as toiletries, a bathrobe and slippers. Its compact layout suits a solo visit to Barcelona.

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Family Room — Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Family Room
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

This 25 m² room accommodates up to three people and is arranged over two levels connected by a staircase. The upper level has a double bed and the lower level has a single bed. Some rooms in this category have a private terrace; the bathroom is private.

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Superior Double Room - 1 or 2 beds — Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Superior Double Room - 1 or 2 beds
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Coffee machine
  • Minibar

With 20 m² of space for two people, this room offers a choice of two single beds or one double bed. Some rooms overlook Mallorca street, while others are quiet and interior-facing. A coffee machine and minibar complement the amenities, along with a private bathroom.

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Executive Double Room - 1 or 2 beds — Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Executive Double Room - 1 or 2 beds
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view
  • Sofa

This 25 m² room for two people stands out for its seating area and garden views. You can choose two single beds or one double bed. It has a full bathroom, sofa and toiletries, as well as air conditioning for relaxing after exploring the city.

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Comfort Single Room — Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Comfort Single Room
13 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Minibar
  • Air conditioning

The Comfort Single Room offers 13 m² of space for one person and stands out for its African artwork and soundproofing. It has a single bed, air conditioning and minibar, as well as a private bathroom. It is a practical option for solo travellers looking for a peaceful stay.

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Deluxe Double Room with Private Terrace - 1 or 2 beds — Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Deluxe Double Room with Private Terrace - 1 or 2 beds
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • Garden view

With 25 m² of space for up to two people, this room has a private terrace overlooking the inner garden and pool. It can be set up with one double bed or two single beds. The sofa and direct access to the terrace set it apart from the other double room options.

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Suite — Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Suite
35 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Seating area
  • Flat-screen TV

The suite offers 35 m² of space for two people and a double bed. Its seating area creates a separate space to relax, and there are two flat-screen TVs. The private bathroom includes a bathrobe and slippers, adding to a stay with more room to unwind.

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Apartment — Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Apartment
35 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Double bed and 2 Sofa beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Kitchen
  • Sofa

This 35 m² apartment accommodates up to four people and combines a double bed with two sofa beds. It has a kitchen and a seating area with a sofa, as well as a private bathroom and air conditioning. The kitchen sets it apart from the hotel's rooms and suite.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to visit Casa Batlló and La Pedrera, 450 m and 500 m away respectively
  • you are looking for a hotel with a seasonal pool and fitness centre
  • you are travelling with family: there is a 25 m² Family Room for up to three people
  • you want to get around by public transport: Provença FGC station is 150 m away and Diagonal metro station is 450 m away
  • you value having free Wi-Fi throughout the property

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free parking: the hotel's garage is public and chargeable
  • you want to swim in a pool that is open all year, as this one is seasonal
  • you are looking to stay by the beach: Platja de la Barceloneta is 3.1 km away
  • you need a single room for more than one person: single rooms accommodate one guest

Hotel facilities & services

The hotel has outdoor areas with furniture, a garden and a sun terrace, as well as a gym where you can keep up your routine during your stay. The 24-hour reception, together with concierge service, luggage storage and tourist information, makes it easier to plan visits around Barcelona. There is also a lift and family rooms, and the property is adapted for guests with reduced mobility.

For dining, you can make use of the café, bar and minibar; breakfast is also available in your room, either continental or buffet-style. Rooms have a coffee machine, private bathroom and toiletries. Parking is available in a garage at the property. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. Additional services include laundry, daily housekeeping and meeting or banquet facilities.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Flat-screen TV

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • 24-hour reception
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Pool bar
  • Meeting / banquet facilities

Parking

  • Parking in a garage

Food & drink

  • Café on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine / champagne
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Coffee machine
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts is at Mallorca, 216, in the Eixample district, a five-minute walk from Passeig de Gràcia. Casa Batlló is 450 m away and La Pedrera, also known as Casa Milà, is 500 m away; the Antoni Tàpies Foundation is 350 m away. The streets in this area are lined with modernist buildings, shops and cafés. Placeta de Joan Brossa is 300 m away, and Rio Azul and Robata are two restaurants 50 m away.

To get around the city, Provença FGC station is 150 m away, Diagonal metro station is 450 m away and Passeig de Gràcia railway station is 500 m away. There are bus stops at Barcelona (rda. Universitat, 33), 800 m away, and at pl. de Catalunya - Bergara, 1 km away. Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 9 km away; Moll de Drassanes ferry terminal is 2.4 km away. Sant Miquel and Barceloneta beaches are 3.1 km away.

You can explore Gaudí's architecture on foot at Casa Batlló and La Pedrera, then continue towards Plaça de Catalunya, 1 km away. The Gothic Quarter and Las Ramblas are about a 15-minute walk away; the Picasso Museum is 1.9 km away. If you'd like to combine a city visit with time by the sea, Barcelona's beaches are a few kilometres away, while Montjuïc is 3 km away. In spring, Sant Jordi fills the streets with books and roses; in September, La Mercè celebrations bring concerts and activities to different parts of the city.

Tàpies Museum — A contemporary art collection in a modernist building in Eixample. 370 m
Casa Batlló — A modernist work by Gaudí, famous for its façade and organic forms. 450 m
La Pedrera — Casa Milà, with distinctive architecture and spaces designed by Gaudí. 500 m
Catalonia Square — A large central square connecting Eixample with the old town. 1 km
Platja de la Barceloneta — An urban beach beside the old fishing quarter and seafront promenade. 3,1 km
Passeig de Gràcia railway station — A central railway station with connections for getting around Barcelona. 500 m

What guests say about Hotel Balmes, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts

8.5
Very good · 924 reviews
Staff
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Facilities
8.6
Value for money
7.9
Free Wi-Fi
9.0

Guests particularly appreciate the cleanliness, comfort and helpful staff, as well as the Wi-Fi. The facilities also receive positive feedback, while value for money gets a more moderate rating. Overall, guests highlight a comfortable stay in a well-connected area.

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