Three-star hotel in Barcelona, with a terrace, free WiFi and a daily hour of wine and appetisers; near Casa Batlló and the metro.
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Praktik Èssens is a 3-star hotel in Barcelona, on Passeig de Gràcia, with a terrace and a daily hour of free wine and appetisers. Its location makes it easy to explore some of the Eixample’s best-known modernist buildings on foot and reach public transport quickly.
The rooms have a private bathroom, desk, coffee machine and air conditioning. Options include rooms with views of an inner courtyard, a balcony with city views, and a room with a terrace and outdoor bathtub; some also have a seating area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Tea, coffee and pastries are offered free of charge during the day, and every afternoon from 19:00 to 20:00 there is a happy hour with wine and appetisers. Casa Batlló is 250 m away, Passeig de Gràcia metro station is 40 m away and Plaça de Catalunya is 400 m away. It is a practical option for a city break focused on architecture, museums and walks around Barcelona.
Praktik Èssens offers double rooms measuring between 19 and 25 m², all with a private bathroom and air conditioning. A coffee machine, minibar and soundproofing add comfort to your stay; the rooms also have a flat-screen TV. Beds vary by room, with options for an extra-large double bed or a large bed.
The differences lie in the space and details: one 25 m² Superior room has a seating area and views of an inner courtyard, while another has a balcony with city and landmark views. There is also a room with a terrace and outdoor bathtub, as well as a bathrobe and slippers. Maximum occupancy ranges from two to three guests, depending on the room. You can choose a more spacious room for relaxing, a stay with an urban balcony, or an option distinguished by its bathtub and terrace.
At 19 m², this is the most compact of the four room options. It has a private bathroom with a shower, a desk and an extra-large double bed as its main configuration. It also offers a coffee machine, minibar and soundproofed walls, as well as air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Its layout has the essentials for a city stay for up to two guests.
At 25 m², this is the most spacious room option at the hotel and can accommodate up to three guests. Its seating area with a sofa provides extra space to relax, and the windows overlook an inner courtyard. It has a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine, as well as soundproofed walls and a minibar.
This 20 m² room stands out for its balcony, with views of the city and a landmark. It accommodates two people and has an extra-large double bed, as well as a private bathroom with a shower. Air conditioning, a coffee machine and a flat-screen TV round out a stay designed for enjoying the urban scenery from your room.
Measuring 20 m² and accommodating two guests, this room combines an extra-large double bed with a terrace and bathtub. The private bathroom also has a shower; a bathrobe and slippers are provided. The seating area, coffee machine and minibar add further details, while air conditioning and soundproofed walls help you rest.
The terrace and outdoor furniture provide a place to relax between walks around Barcelona. At reception, which is open 24 hours a day, you can use the concierge service, store your luggage or ask for tourist information. The property also offers daily housekeeping and ironing, dry-cleaning and laundry services.
The rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi throughout the property. The coffee machine and minibar are complemented by tea and coffee-making facilities among the available amenities. For guests who need accessibility features, the property has facilities for guests with reduced mobility, wheelchair access and a lift. It also offers an airport shuttle, a safety deposit box and a wake-up service. The range of services helps you organise a city stay, from reception to places to relax and practical laundry options.
Praktik Èssens is at Passeig de Gràcia 24, in Barcelona’s Eixample district. This urban thoroughfare brings together modernist architecture, shops and cafés: Casa Lleó Morera is 200 m away, Casa Batlló is 250 m away and Casa Ametller is also 250 m away. The Antoni Tàpies Foundation is 350 m away and Casa Calvet is 400 m away. Plaça de Catalunya, 400 m away, connects to other routes through the city centre.
Passeig de Gràcia metro station is 40 m away; the railway station of the same name is 300 m away, and Plaça de Catalunya FGC station is 450 m away. There are bus stops 300 m and 450 m away. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 16 km away. To get around the city, the metro and train connect you to other neighbourhoods without relying on a car; the accommodation does not have parking.
You can spend the day visiting the modernist houses along the avenue and head to La Pedrera, 750 m away, or the Picasso Museum, 1.2 km away. For an outing by the sea, Platja de Sant Miquel and Platja de la Barceloneta are 2.4 km away; Platja de Sant Sebastià is 2.6 km away. Spring and autumn are usually good times to combine sightseeing with urban walks; in the warmer months, those beaches offer another option for swimming. The Tàpies Museum, the Perfume Museum and other nearby cultural venues round out the options within walking distance.
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Guests particularly appreciate the surroundings, with positive comments about the staff, cleanliness and comfort. They also highlight the facilities and WiFi connection. Overall, reviews describe a comfortable stay for exploring Barcelona and easily reaching its main urban attractions.
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To get to Praktik Èssens, Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 16 km away. Passeig de Gràcia metro station is 40 m away and the railway station of the same name is 300 m away; there is also a bus stop 300 m away. You can get around Barcelona by metro, train and bus. The hotel does not have parking.
Praktik Èssens is in the Eixample, near several modernist buildings: Casa Lleó Morera is 200 m away and Casa Batlló is 250 m away. Plaça de Catalunya is 400 m away, La Pedrera is 750 m away and the Picasso Museum is 1.2 km away. To head towards the sea, Platja de Sant Miquel and Platja de la Barceloneta are 2.4 km away.
Praktik Èssens offers free tea, coffee and pastries. It also holds a daily happy hour from 19:00 to 20:00, with free wine and appetisers. It’s an option for having a drink at the hotel after a day exploring Barcelona.
The Superior Double Room with City View has a balcony and city views; it measures 20 m² and accommodates up to two guests. The Superior Double Room with Outdoor Bathtub also measures 20 m² and has a terrace and bathtub. Both have a private bathroom and an extra-large double bed.
Praktik Èssens has facilities for guests with reduced mobility and wheelchair access. It also has a lift and a toilet with grab rails. These facilities make it easier to access different areas of the property; the availability of accessible features in a specific room may depend on the option booked.
Check-in at Praktik Èssens is available from 15:00 to 00:00, and check-out is until 12:00. The accommodation asks you to let them know your expected arrival time in advance. You’ll need to present photo ID and a credit card when you check in.