Three-star hotel in Barcelona, with a rooftop terrace, free WiFi and modern rooms five minutes’ walk from La Sagrada Familia.
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Hotel Best Aranea is a 3-star hotel in Barcelona’s Eixample district, five minutes’ walk from La Sagrada Familia and featuring a rooftop terrace with sun loungers and city views. Its modern style and four room types make it practical for both solo trips and stays as a couple. All rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, soundproofed walls and a minibar; some have a bathtub, while the Superior category also offers views and a bidet.
The hotel offers free WiFi and a 24-hour reception. A buffet breakfast and Mediterranean buffet lunch are served at the Aranea restaurant. The terrace provides a place to relax outdoors between visits, while Monumental metro station is 400 m away and Tetuán station is 350 m away. Plaça Catalunya and La Rambla are about ten minutes away by metro or bus, and La Sagrada Familia is nearby for exploring the city’s Modernist heritage.
Hotel Best Aranea has four room categories: a Single Room, a Double Room, a Superior Double Room and a Double Room with Two Beds. The Single Room and the two standard double options are 14 m²; the Superior Double Room is 19 m². The Single Room is designed for one person, while the others accommodate up to two guests. In the Double Room, you can choose between a double bed and two single beds; the category with two beds has a set-up with two single beds.
The rooms share air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, soundproofed walls and a minibar. Parquet flooring complements the modern style described for the hotel. Bathrooms have a bathtub or shower depending on the room, while the Superior Double Room stands out for its views, bathtub and bidet. You can choose between a compact single room, a conventional double room or a superior category with more space and those bathroom features.
At 14 m² and accommodating one person, the Single Room offers a functional space for a solo stay. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning and soundproofed walls; parquet flooring, a safety deposit box and a minibar complete the facilities. It has one single bed.
This 14 m² Double Room accommodates up to two guests and lets you choose between one double bed and two single beds. The private bathroom may have a bathtub or shower, and the room also has air conditioning, a minibar and soundproofed walls to separate your rest from the pace of the city.
At 19 m², the Superior Double Room offers views and a bathroom with a bathtub and bidet, features that set it apart from the other categories. It accommodates two people and lets you choose between two single beds and one double bed. It also has air conditioning and soundproofed walls.
The Twin Room offers 14 m² for up to two people and has two single beds. The private bathroom may include a bathtub or shower; air conditioning, soundproofed walls and parquet flooring complete this space, designed for sharing while keeping separate beds.
Hotel Best Aranea offers practical facilities to help you organise a city stay. WiFi is free throughout the property; rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. There is a lift for easier access around the building, and all rooms are non-smoking. The reception is open 24 hours a day, and concierge service, luggage storage and tourist information are available.
The terrace and solarium provide outdoor space, while the shared TV lounge offers a place to relax in the communal areas. The property also has a café and special diet menus on request. Additional services include bicycle rental, laundry, ironing and a safety deposit box. If you are travelling for work or need to meet, the hotel has a business centre and meeting or banquet facilities; these can complement a leisure visit or a business schedule in Barcelona.
Hotel Best Aranea is at Consell de Cent, 444, in Barcelona’s Eixample district, close to streets leading to La Sagrada Familia. Gaudí’s basilica is five minutes’ walk away, while Tetuán and Monumental metro stations are 350 and 400 m away, respectively. Templo Neoclasico is 400 m away and Jardins Jaume Perich is 500 m away; both are nearby landmarks to help you find your way around the neighbourhood.
Estació del Nord is 700 m away and Arc de Triomf station is 800 m away. Plaça Catalunya and La Rambla are about ten minutes from the hotel by metro or bus. Casa Batlló and Casa Milà (La Pedrera) are 1.2 km away; Plaça de Catalunya is 1.4 km away, and Museu Picasso is 1.5 km away. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 11 km away. Monumental metro station, 400 m away, makes it easier to get around the city.
You can spend a day exploring Modernist architecture, combining La Sagrada Familia with the houses along Passeig de Gràcia and walks through the Eixample. For a seaside outing, Platja del Somorrostro and Platja de la Nova Icària are both 2.4 km away; the beaches are especially appealing in the warmer months, from late spring to early autumn. The Arc de Triomf, 850 m away, and Museu de la Música, 820 m away, offer cultural alternatives and city walks nearby.
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Guests especially appreciate the staff and the proximity to Barcelona’s main attractions. Cleanliness and comfort also receive good scores, while the facilities rate somewhat lower. WiFi and value for money are the areas with room for improvement.
Rates at Hotel Best Aranea vary depending on the season, room type and dates of your stay. To see the price for your trip, check the latest price here.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 11 km from Hotel Best Aranea; the drive usually takes about 25 minutes, depending on traffic. Tetuán metro station is 350 m away and Monumental is 400 m away. Estació del Nord is 700 m away. There is no on-site parking, so you can arrive by public transport or look for parking elsewhere.
Hotel Best Aranea is in the Eixample district, five minutes’ walk from La Sagrada Familia. Tetuán metro station is 350 m away and Monumental is 400 m away. You’ll also find the La Sagrada Família Museum 540 m away, the Arc de Triomf 850 m away and Casa Batlló 1.2 km away. To get closer to the sea, Platja del Somorrostro is 2.4 km away.
The Aranea restaurant serves buffet breakfast at Hotel Best Aranea. Options include continental, vegetarian and gluten-free choices, as well as a Mediterranean buffet lunch. Breakfast is available at the property but is not included in the rate.
Hotel Best Aranea offers Single Rooms, Double Rooms, Superior Double Rooms and Twin Rooms. The Single Rooms and standard Double Rooms are 14 m²; the Superior Double Room is 19 m² and has views, a bathtub and a bidet. Double rooms accommodate up to two guests, with a double bed or single beds depending on the category.
Yes, guests under 18 can stay at Hotel Best Aranea if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Cots are available on request, subject to availability and at an extra charge. The hotel does not guarantee a cot for every stay.
Bookings at Hotel Best Aranea for three or more rooms may be subject to different conditions and supplements. For groups of more than eight guests or stays of more than seven nights, advance payment is required, and the hotel will contact you after booking to arrange it.
Hotel Best Aranea may offer early check-in and late check-out on request. Both services depend on availability and may incur an extra charge; they are not guaranteed for all dates. Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 12:00.