Historic Barcelona hotel, opened in 1919, with a neoclassical façade, a Mayan-style spa, an outdoor swimming pool and dining options with city views.
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Hotel El Palace Barcelona is a 5-star hotel in Barcelona, opened in 1919 and known for its neoclassical façade. Its interiors retain a classic style, with rooms equipped with air conditioning, a private bathroom, satellite TV, a desk and a minibar. The hotel offers double and single rooms as well as suites, including connecting family options; depending on your stay, you can find accommodation with city views, a patio, a seating area or bathrooms with a bathtub. The building is suitable for city breaks, couples’ trips and family stays that need different room configurations.
Dining options include Amar Barcelona, which focuses on Mediterranean cuisine and local, seasonal produce; the Grand Hall, serving tapas and afternoon tea; and the Rooftop Garden, with city views. There is also a Mayan-style spa with a temazcal sauna, a gym and an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel is on Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, in Eixample: Casa Batlló is 500 m away, and Urquinaona and Passeig de Gràcia metro stations are 300 m away.
Rooms range from double and single categories to junior, superior, deluxe and family suites, as well as suites with one or two bedrooms. The classic style comes with air conditioning, a private bathroom, satellite TV, a desk and a minibar. Some rooms have city views, while others feature a patio, a separate living room or a dressing room; certain bathrooms have a separate bathtub and shower. Configurations vary by category, from a single bed to spaces with several beds and sofa beds.
The Junior Suite has a lounge area and a dressing room, and some suites include connecting bedrooms, additional bathrooms or a dining area. The Family Suite connects two junior suites with a single room; the 2-Bedroom Suite has separate rooms. There are also double rooms with a double bed or twin-bed option, and a single room.
This 35 m² room has classic décor with elegant furnishings and city views. Air conditioning, a minibar and soundproofed walls complete the space. Its private bathroom has a bathtub or shower, a bathrobe and slippers, in keeping with the room's carefully considered style.
This 42 m² suite stands out for its views of an interior Barcelona patio, a lounge area and a separate dressing room. The marble bathroom has a separate shower and spa bath. It also has air conditioning, a sofa and a coffee machine, giving you distinct areas to enjoy during your stay.
This 50 m² room offers views of Gran Via and a Roman-style bathroom decorated with mosaics. The space also has air conditioning, a minibar and soundproofed walls. The combination of views over an urban avenue and Roman-inspired details gives it a distinctive character.
This 55 m² suite has views of an interior patio, a separate lounge area and a natural-stone bathroom. The spa bath and shower are separate, and the space includes a coffee machine and air conditioning. It can accommodate up to three people and offers two bed configurations.
This 110 m² suite has a separate bedroom and living room, with views of Gran Via. Its Roman-style bathroom is decorated with mosaics and has a rain shower; there is also an additional bathroom, air conditioning and a coffee machine. The suite combines spacious rooms with classic details.
With 100 m² of space and capacity for seven people, this suite consists of two connecting junior suites and a single room. It offers several beds and sofa beds, as well as additional bathrooms. It has air conditioning and a patio, making it practical for a family stay with connected spaces.
This 20 m² single room is designed for one person and has a seating area with a flat-screen TV. Soundproofed walls and air conditioning add to your comfort, while the private bathroom includes toiletries, a bathrobe and a shower.
This 150 m² suite has two separate bedrooms, a living room and two bathrooms with showers. The seating area has a flat-screen TV, and the accommodation also includes a dining area, a minibar and a tea or coffee maker. City views complete a layout designed for sharing your stay.
The hotel offers dining and relaxation options within the building: there is a restaurant, a bar and a snack bar, as well as breakfast in your room and special-diet menus on request. The concierge service, 24-hour reception and luggage storage help you organise your stay. There is also a business centre, a shuttle service and car hire.
For your wellbeing, facilities include a gym, spa packages, a steam room, massages and a sauna. Outdoor areas include a terrace, a sun terrace and a garden. The property has free WiFi and valet parking; paid public parking is available nearby and requires a reservation. Pets are allowed on request and supplements may apply; bowls and baskets for pets are also available. Facilities include family rooms and accessibility features, such as step-free access for guests with reduced mobility.
Hotel El Palace Barcelona is at Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 668, in Eixample, an urban area with wide streets and Modernista buildings. Casa Calvet is 100 m away and Jardins Jaume Perich is 300 m away; the Paradox Museum is 260 m away. Casa Batlló, designed by Gaudí, is 500 m away, as is Plaça de Catalunya. These nearby sights let you combine architecture, walks around the district and museum visits.
To get around Barcelona, Urquinaona and Passeig de Gràcia metro stations are 300 m away; Passeig de Gràcia railway station is 340 m away. Bus stops at Barcelona (rda. Universitat, 33) are 550 m away, and pl. de Catalunya - Bergara is 600 m away. Barcelona–El Prat Airport is 10 km away. Moll de Drassanes ferry terminal is 1.9 km away. La Pedrera is 900 m away and Museu Tàpies is 650 m away; both can be added to a visit around Eixample.
For a day of culture, you can visit the Picasso Museum, 1 km away, or the Arc de Triomf, 700 m away. If you would rather relax by the sea, Platja del Somorrostro is 2.2 km away and Platja de Sant Sebastià is 2.5 km away. In spring and autumn, the weather is usually suitable for exploring the city on foot; in summer, you can alternate city visits with time on the coast and take outdoor walks early in the day.
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Reviews reflect a stay that is particularly well rated for the staff’s service, cleanliness and comfort. Guests also highlight the location for exploring Barcelona and using public transport. Value for money receives a somewhat more moderate rating than the other aspects.
Rates vary depending on the dates, season and room type. To see the current options for your stay, check the prices available for your dates.
Barcelona–El Prat Airport is 10 km from Hotel El Palace Barcelona. Urquinaona and Passeig de Gràcia metro stations are 300 m away, and Passeig de Gràcia railway station is 340 m away; there are also bus stops 550 m and 600 m away. Nearby public parking requires a reservation and costs €38 per day. You can get here from the airport by taxi or public transport.
Casa Calvet is 100 m away, the Paradox Museum is 260 m away and Jardins Jaume Perich is 300 m away. Casa Batlló and Plaça de Catalunya are 500 m away; Museu Tàpies is 650 m away. Passeig de Gràcia railway station is 340 m away. For a longer walk, La Pedrera is 900 m away and Platja del Somorrostro is 2.2 km away.
Hotel El Palace Barcelona serves a continental breakfast and offers breakfast in your room, so you can have breakfast without leaving the hotel.
Yes, Hotel El Palace Barcelona allows pets on request and supplements may apply. The property provides bowls and baskets for pets; you need to request permission in advance to arrange your stay with your pet.
The Family Suite consists of two connecting junior suites and a single room, and can accommodate up to seven people. Each junior suite can include up to two double sofa beds, depending on the configuration of your stay.
Hotel El Palace Barcelona has a Mayan-style spa and a temazcal sauna, as well as a gym and an outdoor swimming pool. Other wellness services include a steam room, spa packages and massages.
The parking available nearby is public, costs €38 per day and requires a reservation. Hotel El Palace Barcelona also offers valet parking.
When they arrive at Hotel El Palace Barcelona, guests must present a valid photo ID and a credit card. The name on the card used to make the booking must match the name of the person staying.