5-star hotel in Barcelona, with a rooftop pool, cuisine by Romain Fornell and contemporary rooms in Ciutat Vella, near the metro.
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Ohla Barcelona is a 5-star hotel in Barcelona, in Ciutat Vella, with a rooftop pool and city views. Its offering combines contemporary rooms, dining spaces and wellness services in a building near Plaça Catalunya and Urquinaona metro station. Some rooms overlook the Gothic Quarter; accommodation options include double rooms and suites with a seating area, a bathtub and, in one of them, a private hot tub.
Romain Fornell is the executive chef at Caelis, Vistro49 and La Plassohla, which specialises in Catalan cuisine, tapas and small plates. The hotel also has a rooftop bar, gym, sauna and wellness area. A buffet breakfast is available to start your day, as is breakfast served in your room. Rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. The combination of a panoramic pool, dining options and nearby access to stations, museums and squares makes Ohla Barcelona a place to explore the city on foot and by public transport.
Ohla Barcelona offers three double room categories and two suites, all with a maximum capacity of two people. Standard, Deluxe and Superior rooms measure between 25 and 27 m² and all have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, soundproofing, a coffee machine and a minibar. Views vary by category: some rooms overlook an inner courtyard, while others have urban views. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers and toiletries.
The Junior Suite and Junior Suite Deluxe add a seating area and more space, at 35 and 40 m² respectively. Both have a bathtub and shower; the Junior Suite Deluxe also includes a private hot tub and a complimentary Nespresso coffee machine. Large windows bring light into the rooms, while city views accompany the relaxation areas. This lets you choose between a functional double room and a suite with a separate area where you can relax.
At 25 m², with views of an inner courtyard, this room offers a more secluded setting than the options overlooking the city. The large window, soundproofing and coffee machine complement a stay for two, with a private bathroom, toiletries, bathrobe and slippers.
At 27 m², this room is slightly larger than the 25 m² Standard and Superior rooms. City views and the bathroom with glass walls set it apart; a rainfall shower, soundproofing and a large window complete a comfortable space designed for relaxation.
This 25 m² room combines city views with a bathroom with glass walls and a rainfall shower. It has the same floor area as the Standard, but trades views of the inner courtyard for the urban landscape, with its large window facing Via Laietana or a pedestrian street.
At 35 m², this suite has a seating area and large windows overlooking Via Laietana or a pedestrian street. Its bathroom combines a large bathtub with a rainfall shower; bathrobes and slippers are a practical touch for relaxing after exploring the city.
This 40 m² suite has a seating area and city views. The private hot tub sets it apart from the Junior Suite, and the bathroom also has a shower. It includes a complimentary Nespresso coffee machine, toiletries and air conditioning.
Ohla Barcelona offers services designed for a city stay, including a 24-hour reception, concierge, luggage storage and daily housekeeping. Airport transfers are available, along with car and bicycle hire; there is a business centre for work-related needs. Guests travelling with children can request babysitting. The terrace and solarium provide outdoor spaces, while the gym, spa and relaxation area, and sauna give you more ways to spend time on your wellbeing.
Dining options include a restaurant, bar, café, snack bar and breakfast served in your room. There is a minibar and tea/coffee maker, as well as special menus on request. Rooms have free WiFi, air conditioning and a private bathroom; the building has a lift and offers family rooms, non-smoking rooms and rooms adapted for guests with reduced mobility.
Ohla Barcelona is on Via Laietana, in Ciutat Vella, between the shopping area around Plaça Catalunya and the streets of the old town. Urquinaona metro station is 150 m away and Plaça Catalunya is 350 m away. Plaça de Sant Felip Neri is 400 m away, while Plaça de Sant Jaume is 500 m away. The area brings together historic squares, shops and buildings from different periods; the neighbourhood’s pedestrian streets make it easy to explore on foot.
Passeig de Gràcia and Gaudí’s modernist buildings are a 10-minute walk away. Casa Batlló is 900 m away and La Pedrera is 1.4 km away. For museum visits, Museu Frederic Marès is 350 m away and Museu Picasso is 550 m away. Catalunya station is 370 m away; there are also bus stops at pl. de Catalunya - Bergara, 400 m away, and Barcelona (rda. Universitat, 33), 550 m away. Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 10 km away, and Moll de Drassanes ferry terminal is 1.4 km away.
The coast offers a change from city walks, with time by the sea: Platja de la Barceloneta is 1.7 km away, Platja de Sant Miquel is 1.8 km away and Platja de la Nova Icària is 2.2 km away. In the warmer months, these beaches are an option for swimming; the rest of the year, you can walk along the coast and visit Barcelona Aquarium, 1.5 km away. Plaça Reial is 750 m away for another stop in the city centre, while Montjuïc and the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc are 2.6 km away.
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Reviews particularly highlight the staff’s service and the comfort of the rooms; cleanliness also receives a high rating. The central location is one of the best-received aspects, while the WiFi connection scores slightly lower than the other areas.
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Barcelona - El Prat Airport is 10 km from Ohla Barcelona. Urquinaona metro station is 150 m away; Catalunya station is 370 m away, and the pl. de Catalunya - Bergara bus stop is 400 m away. Ohla Barcelona offers an airport shuttle and does not have parking. The metro, train and bus make it easy to get around the city without a car.
From Ohla Barcelona, Plaça Catalunya is 350 m away and Urquinaona metro station is 150 m away. Plaça de Sant Felip Neri is 400 m away; Plaça de Sant Jaume and the Picasso Museum are 500 m and 550 m away, respectively. Casa Batlló is 900 m away, while Platja de la Barceloneta is 1.7 km away. The area brings together historic squares, modernist architecture and access to the coast.
Ohla Barcelona serves a buffet breakfast, which can also be ordered to your room. It is not included in your stay, so if you want breakfast at the hotel, you’ll need to choose a rate that includes this service.
Ohla Barcelona offers Standard, Deluxe and Superior Double Rooms, as well as a Junior Suite and Junior Suite Deluxe. The double rooms measure 25 or 27 m²; the suites measure 35 and 40 m². All accommodate up to two people, and the suites add a seating area and a bathtub.
At Ohla Barcelona, Romain Fornell is the executive chef at Caelis, Vistro49 and La Plassohla. The latter focuses on Catalan cuisine and serves tapas and small plates. The hotel also has a rooftop bar, café and snack bar.
Ohla Barcelona has a gym, sauna and spa and relaxation area; wellness packages and massages are also available. The rooftop pool offers city views, with a chill-out terrace beside it.
Ohla Barcelona offers facilities adapted for guests with reduced mobility and has a lift providing access to the upper floors. It also has family rooms. The double rooms and suites accommodate a maximum of two people.