Hotel El Palace Barcelona
Barcelona · Catalonia · 5 Stars

Hotel El Palace Barcelona

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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9.3 Score
1.226 Reviews
5★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Barcelona
Nearby Paradox Museum · 260 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Hotel El Palace Barcelona

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.

Hotel El Palace Barcelona
★ 9.3 · Wonderful · 1.226 reviews

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Historic Barcelona hotel, opened in 1919, with a neoclassical façade, a Mayan-style spa, an outdoor swimming pool and dining options with city views.

Room types

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.

Classic Double Room — Hotel El Palace Barcelona
Classic Double Room
35 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view
  • Soundproofing

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.

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Junior Suite (1-2 adults) — Hotel El Palace Barcelona
Junior Suite (1-2 adults)
42 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Patio
  • Bathtub

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.

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Grand Deluxe Double Room — Hotel El Palace Barcelona
Grand Deluxe Double Room
50 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view
  • Soundproofing

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.

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Superior Suite — Hotel El Palace Barcelona
Superior Suite
55 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Patio
  • Bathtub

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.

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Classic Art 1-Bedroom Suite — Hotel El Palace Barcelona
Classic Art 1-Bedroom Suite
110 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view
  • Additional bathroom

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.

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Family Suite — Hotel El Palace Barcelona
Family Suite
100 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Single bed and 2 Sofa beds and 2 Large double beds
  • Max 7 guests
  • Patio
  • Bathtub

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.

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Single Room
20 m² · Private bathroom

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

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.

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2-Bedroom Suite — Hotel El Palace Barcelona
2-Bedroom Suite
150 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed and 2 Single beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • City view
  • Additional bathroom

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.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in a historic building opened in 1919, with a neoclassical façade and classic décor.
  • you want metro and train stations within a few minutes' walk: Urquinaona and Passeig de Gràcia are 300 m away.
  • you are looking for wellness facilities such as a Mayan-style spa, a temazcal sauna, a gym and an outdoor swimming pool.
  • you are travelling as a family and a Family Suite with connecting rooms and capacity for seven people suits your needs.
  • you want to choose from double and single rooms, suites and dining options within the hotel.

Maybe not, if...

  • you need free private parking at the property: nearby parking is public, costs €38 per day and requires a reservation.
  • you want to travel with a pet without requesting permission in advance; pets are allowed on request and supplements may apply.
  • you cannot present a photo ID and a credit card at check-in.
  • you expect special requests to be guaranteed: they depend on availability and may involve supplements.

Hotel facilities & services

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.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Pets allowed
  • Air conditioning
  • 2 restaurants
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace / sun terrace
  • Garden
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour reception
  • Babysitting / child services
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Gym
  • Spa / wellness packages
  • Steam room
  • Massages
  • Sauna

Parking

  • Valet parking

Food & drink

  • Wine / champagne
  • Children's menu
  • Special-diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Wardrobe
  • Electric kettle
  • Socket near the bed
  • Seating area
  • Desk

Location & what to see

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.

Paradox Museum — Interactive exhibitions that play with optical illusions and surprising perspectives. 260 m
Passeig de Gràcia — Central station with rail connections for travel around Barcelona and the surrounding area. 340 m
Casa Batlló — Modernista building by Gaudí, known for its colourful, undulating façade. 500 m
Plaça de Catalunya — Large central square and meeting point between Eixample and Ciutat Vella. 500 m
Tàpies Museum — Museum dedicated to modern art and the work of Antoni Tàpies. 650 m
Playa del Somorrostro — Stretch of sand beside the seafront promenade, with access to Barcelona's coastline. 2,2 km

What guests say about Hotel El Palace Barcelona

9.3
Wonderful · 1.226 reviews
Staff
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
9.5
Facilities
9.3
Value for money
8.7
Free Wi-Fi
9.0

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.

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