One-star hotel in Barcelona, next to Plaça Catalunya, with single and family rooms, a 24-hour reception and nearby metro, train and bus connections.
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Hotel Pelayo is a 1-star hotel in Barcelona, a two-minute walk from Plaça Catalunya, with a 24-hour reception. Its address in the Eixample district makes it easy to explore several central attractions on foot and access various public transport options.
The rooms include a private bathroom, air conditioning and a TV. Options include single, double, triple and quadruple rooms; some have a balcony with city views, while others overlook an interior courtyard. The hotel has a tourist information desk to help you plan visits and offers luggage storage, a wake-up service and free WiFi. Metro and train stations, as well as bus stops, are nearby. La Rambla and Passeig de Gràcia are within walking distance, while the city beaches are just over two kilometres away. It’s a practical option if you want to combine cultural visits, walks around Barcelona and public transport journeys.
Hotel Pelayo offers four room categories, from a 10 m² Single Room to a 25 m² Quadruple Room, with options for solo travellers, couples and groups. All have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a TV, and the rooms include a bathtub. The Double Room also has a patio, while the Single Room overlooks an interior courtyard.
The 20 m² Triple Room stands out for its balcony and city views and can accommodate up to three people. For groups of four, the Quadruple Room offers 25 m² and single beds. Some rooms have a bidet, while others have a safe or wood or parquet flooring. The categories therefore vary in capacity and floor area, as well as in their outdoor space and views. You can choose according to the size of your group and the kind of stay you have planned.
At 10 m², the Single Room is designed for one person and overlooks an interior courtyard. It has a bathtub and air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom and TV. Its compact layout has what you need to rest after exploring Barcelona.
Also 10 m², this room accommodates up to two people and adds a patio to the courtyard views. It includes a bathtub, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, as well as a private bathroom. Compared with the Single Room, its outdoor space and layout for two guests set it apart.
At 20 m², the Triple Room offers more space than the 10 m² categories and can accommodate up to three people. Its balcony and city views set it apart from the other rooms; it also has a bathtub, air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.
The Quadruple Room has 25 m² and is set up for groups of up to four people, with single beds. Its features include a bidet, a safe and wood or parquet flooring. It also has a bathtub, air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV.
The reception is open 24 hours a day, and the hotel offers luggage storage, a wake-up service and tourist information to help you plan visits around Barcelona. The common areas have a lift, heating and air conditioning; smoking is also prohibited throughout the property. Family rooms and non-smoking rooms give you different options for your stay.
Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The rooms have a private bathroom, a bathtub or shower, towels, bed linen, a wardrobe and a desk. You’ll also find a hairdryer, free toiletries and sockets near the bed. Fax and photocopying services and a safe add to the practical facilities, while security measures include cameras in the common areas and outdoors, an alarm and 24-hour security.
Hotel Pelayo is at Pelai, 9, in the Eixample district. Plaça de Terenci Moix is 150 m away and Plaça Catalunya is 300 m away; the Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona is 320 m away. The Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona is 230 m away. You can combine visits to these cultural venues with a walk along the central shopping streets, stopping at cafés and restaurants in the area.
Universitat metro station is 150 m away and Plaça de Catalunya (FGC) is 250 m away. FGC Plaza de Cataluña station is 100 m away, while Passeig de Gràcia train station is 700 m away. Barcelona–El Prat Airport is 9 km away. For a day by the sea, Platja de la Barceloneta and Platja de Sant Miquel are 2.3 km away; Moll de Drassanes, the ferry terminal, is 1.6 km away.
Nearby Modernist buildings include Casa Batlló, 650 m away, and La Pedrera, 1.1 km away. You can also visit the Picasso Museum, 1.2 km away, or walk to Plaça Reial, 950 m away. MACBA is a nearby cultural option, while the Arc de Triomf is 1.3 km away. In the warmer months, the city beaches offer an alternative to an architectural walking tour; the rest of the year, museums, squares and historic buildings let you plan visits across different Barcelona neighbourhoods.
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Guests particularly appreciate the area and the staff, with positive comments also about cleanliness and comfort. Reviews describe a functional stay in central Barcelona; the facilities receive a somewhat more moderate rating than the service and ease of getting around.
Rates at Hotel Pelayo vary depending on the season, dates and room type. To see the current price for your stay, you can check the available prices here.
Hotel Pelayo is 9 km from Barcelona–El Prat Airport; the drive usually takes around 20 minutes, depending on traffic. FGC Plaza de Cataluña station is 100 m away and Universitat metro station is 150 m away. There are also bus stops nearby. Public parking is available in the area for €17 per day and cannot be reserved.
Hotel Pelayo is 300 m from Plaça Catalunya and 320 m from the Museum of Contemporary Art of Barcelona. The Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona is 230 m away, Casa Batlló is 650 m away and the Picasso Museum is 1.2 km away. To get closer to the sea, Platja de la Barceloneta and Platja de Sant Miquel are 2.3 km away.
Public parking is available near Hotel Pelayo for €17 per day. It cannot be reserved. This is worth bearing in mind if you’re arriving by car; nearby metro and train stations also let you get around Barcelona without relying on a vehicle.
Yes, Hotel Pelayo offers free WiFi throughout the property. It’s available in both the rooms and the common areas, and guest reviews give the WiFi a rating of 8.2.
Hotel Pelayo offers Single, Double, Triple and Quadruple Rooms, accommodating between one and four people. Their floor areas range from 10 to 25 m². All have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a TV; the Triple Room has a balcony and city views, while the Double Room has a patio.
Check-in at Hotel Pelayo is available from 15:00 to 00:00, and check-out is before 11:00. The property asks you to let it know your expected arrival time in advance. You’ll need to present photo ID and a credit card at check-in.
Stays at Hotel Pelayo are subject to Barcelona’s mandatory municipal tourist tax. Local authorities may update the amount each year, so the applicable charge is the rate in force on the dates of your stay.