Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated
Barcelona · Catalonia · 4 Stars

Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated

Four-star hotel in Ciutat Vella, with 19th-century architecture, rooms with terraces, a Mediterranean restaurant, a rooftop bar and a small pool.

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8.7 Score
1.102 Reviews
4★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Barcelona
Nearby Palau Güell · 180 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated

Hotel España Ocean Drive is a 4-star hotel in Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, housed in a 19th-century building less than 100 m from Las Ramblas and the Liceu. It combines elegant rooms with a Mediterranean restaurant run by Martín Berasategui, a rooftop terrace with the AlAire bar and a small pool.

The rooms have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom; depending on the room type, they may also have a terrace or balcony, city views, a bathtub, a seating area and a coffee machine. Rooms range from 16 to 76 m², and some suites accommodate up to three people. The hotel offers free WiFi and continental and buffet breakfast; pets weighing up to 10 kg are also allowed on request, with possible supplements. Mercat de la Boqueria is 200 m away and Liceu metro station is 150 m away, making it easy to explore the old town on foot and reach other neighbourhoods by public transport.

Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated
★ 8.7 · Fabulous · 1.102 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated

Four-star hotel in Ciutat Vella, with 19th-century architecture, rooms with terraces, a Mediterranean restaurant, a rooftop bar and a small pool.

Room types

The seven room types all have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and range from 16 to 76 m². The Boutique Room is 16 m²; the Superior Room, 18 m²; and the Deluxe Room, 26 m². There is also a 24 m² Deluxe Room with Balcony, a 35 m² Suite and two options with a terrace: the 30 m² Deluxe Room with Terrace and the 76 m² Suite with Terrace.

The differences are in the space and layout: some rooms have city views, a balcony or a terrace; the suites also have a seating area. The Suite with Terrace accommodates up to three guests, as do the Suite and Deluxe Room. Depending on the room type, you’ll find a bathtub, coffee machine, minibar, soundproofing, bathrobe and slippers. Bed configurations include a double bed, single beds and a sofa bed.

Deluxe Room with Terrace — Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated
Deluxe Room with Terrace
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Terrace
  • City views

At 30 m², the Deluxe Room with Terrace opens onto a private terrace with city or inner courtyard views. A coffee machine and minibar complete the amenities; the bathroom has a bathrobe, slippers and hairdryer. It’s an option if you’d like your own outdoor space during your stay.

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Suite with Terrace — Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated
Suite with Terrace
76 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Sofa bed and 1 Large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Terrace
  • Bathtub

At 76 m², this suite has a bedroom, a seating area and a terrace, with city views and space for three guests. The bathroom has a bathtub and shower, and the room also has air conditioning, a coffee machine and a minibar. Its layout separates the sleeping area from the space to relax.

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Boutique Room — Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated
Boutique Room
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Wooden or parquet flooring
  • Soundproofing

The Boutique Room covers 16 m² and has wooden or parquet flooring, a detail that adds warmth to the space. It has a seating area with a TV, air conditioning, soundproofed walls and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. A bathrobe, slippers and minibar complete the amenities.

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Deluxe Room — Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated
Deluxe Room
26 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Sofa bed and 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Soundproofing
  • Coffee machine

At 26 m² and with space for three people, the Deluxe Room’s main configuration combines a large double bed with a sofa bed. It has soundproofed walls, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The coffee machine and minibar add practical options for your stay.

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Superior Room — Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated
Superior Room
18 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Wooden or parquet flooring
  • Coffee machine

This 18 m² room offers a choice of one large double bed or two single beds. Wooden or parquet flooring and a seating area with a TV distinguish its layout; it also has soundproofed walls, air conditioning and a private bathroom. A minibar and coffee machine complete the amenities.

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Deluxe Room with Balcony — Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated
Deluxe Room with Balcony
24 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Large double bed or 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Balcony
  • Coffee machine

At 24 m², this Deluxe Room stands out for its balcony, giving you access to your own outdoor space. Inside, there’s air conditioning, soundproofed walls and a private bathroom; the coffee machine and minibar make it easy to enjoy a break in your room. The layout accommodates either a double bed or two single beds.

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Suite — Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated
Suite
35 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 Extra-large double bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub

The Suite is 35 m² and accommodates three guests, with a seating area and balcony. Its bathroom has a bathtub and shower, while the room features air conditioning, soundproofed walls and a flat-screen TV. A minibar and coffee machine complete a layout combining a bedroom and a space to relax.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in Ciutat Vella, less than 100 m from Las Ramblas and the Liceu
  • you prefer to get around by public transport: Liceu metro station is 150 m away
  • you’re looking for a suite with a terrace, city views and space for up to three guests
  • you’d like continental and buffet breakfast options, also available in your room
  • you’re travelling with a pet weighing up to 10 kg and can request permission to bring it

Maybe not, if...

  • you need on-site parking: the hotel has no parking
  • you want to bring a pet without requesting permission in advance or paying possible supplements
  • you need breakfast to be included in the rate
  • you’re travelling with more than three people and need to share a single room

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel facilities include a restaurant, bar, snack bar and breakfast in your room; the rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. For relaxation, there’s a terrace and solarium, as well as a lift, soundproofed rooms and outdoor furniture. The hotel offers a 24-hour reception, concierge, luggage storage and tourist information, along with daily housekeeping.

Other facilities and services include room service, express check-in and laundry, dry-cleaning and ironing services. There’s a safe, heating, and family and non-smoking rooms. The hotel is accessible to guests with reduced mobility. Pets are allowed on request, with possible supplements, and bowls and baskets are available for them. Airport transfers are also available.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Pets allowed
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Facilities for guests with reduced mobility

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace / solarium
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • Express check-in and check-out
  • 24-hour reception
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
  • Business centre
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Air conditioning

Food & drink

  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Internet

Room amenities

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

Location & what to see

At Sant Pau, 9-11, Hotel España Ocean Drive is in Ciutat Vella, in the Raval area, with Las Ramblas and the Liceu less than 100 m away. Mercat de la Boqueria is 200 m away, as is Plaça Reial. From there, you can walk through the streets of Barri Gòtic to Plaça de Sant Jaume, 400 m away, or stop by the Columns of the Temple of Augustus, also 200 m away. Palau Güell is 180 m away and the Maritime Museum is 450 m away.

Liceu metro station is 150 m away and Drassanes is 400 m away, with connections for getting around Barcelona’s different neighbourhoods. FGC Plaça de Catalunya station is 800 m away; Barcelona - França railway station is 1.2 km away. The bus stops at pl. de Catalunya - Bergara and Barcelona (rda. Universitat, 33) are 700 and 900 m away, respectively. If you’re travelling by boat, Moll de Drassanes is 740 m away. Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 9 km away.

For a cultural outing, the Picasso Museum is 850 m away, Barcelona Aquarium is 1 km away and the Arc de Triomf is 1.4 km away; Casa Batlló is 1.5 km away. Montjuïc, 1.8 km away, offers walking routes and views over the city. If you fancy a trip to the sea, Platja de Sant Miquel is 1.5 km away, while Platja de la Barceloneta and Platja de Sant Sebastià are 1.6 km away. In the warmer months, these beaches offer a coastal option alongside your city visits.

Palau Güell — Gaudí’s modernist palace, near Las Ramblas and the old town. 180 m
Plaça Reial — An arcaded square in the old town, surrounded by terraces and historic architecture. 200 m
Plaça de Sant Jaume — A historic square between institutional buildings in Barri Gòtic. 400 m
Maritime Museum — A museum devoted to naval history, housed in the former shipyards. 450 m
Picasso Museum — A large collection of the artist’s work in medieval palaces. 850 m
Platja de la Barceloneta — An urban beach beside the former fishing neighbourhood and the seafront promenade. 1,6 km

What guests say about Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated

8.7
Fabulous · 1.102 reviews
Staff
9.3
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Facilities
8.7
Value for money
8.4
Free Wi-Fi
8.8

Guests particularly appreciate the staff, as well as the cleanliness and comfort. The facilities and WiFi connection receive favourable reviews; value for money scores a little lower than these aspects, though it still receives a positive rating.

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