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5-star hotel in Ciutat Vella, with terraces overlooking Port Vell, rooms with balconies and a restaurant serving Catalan cuisine and Mediterranean tapas.
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Serras Barcelona is a 5-star hotel in Barcelona, set in a historic building in Ciutat Vella where Pablo Picasso began his career in 1896. The original façade has been preserved, and the surroundings connect Port Vell with the Barri Gòtic, with the Picasso Museum 500 m away and Plaça de Sant Jaume 400 m away. The style combines references to the building’s past with contemporary interiors and service suited to city breaks and stays by the port.
The rooms range from 25 to 80 m² and accommodate two or three people. All have a balcony, air conditioning and soundproofing; some suites also have a hot tub or sea views. The hotel has a 24-hour reception, concierge and room service. On the rooftop terrace, you can enjoy cocktails with sea views; the restaurant serves Catalan specialities and Mediterranean tapas, and the bar is set in a mezzanine library. Continental or full English/Irish breakfast is available and is not included in the rate.
The five rooms and suites at Serras Barcelona range from 25 to 80 m² and accommodate two or three people. They all have a balcony, air conditioning, soundproofing and a seating area, as well as a TV and a bathroom with a hairdryer, slippers and a shower. The Superior Double Room is the entry-level option, while the Junior Suite and Grand Deluxe options offer more space to relax.
The suites have distinctive features: one Junior Suite has a private hot tub, and the suites with balconies offer views of the sea and Port Vell. In the Sea View Suite, the balcony and private bathroom complement an 80 m² living space. You can choose from double rooms and suites with seating areas, in different sizes and with different views, all with the hotel’s signature balcony.
At 25 m² and accommodating two people, the Superior Double Room combines a private balcony with soundproofing. The seating area provides a place to relax, while the shower and practical furnishings make it well suited to a city stay. It is the most compact of the hotel’s rooms.
At 40 m² and accommodating three people, the Junior Suite adds a private hot tub to its balcony and seating area. The combination of a bath and shower sets this room apart, while soundproofing helps you unwind away from the pace of the streets of Ciutat Vella.
This Grand Deluxe room offers 35 m² of space for up to three people and a balcony with views of Ciutat Vella. The seating area gives you a place to take a break in the room, while the shower and soundproofing complete a spacious option for exploring the old town.
At 45 m², this Junior Suite with Balcony offers views of the sea and Port Vell. The room has a seating area, as well as a bath and shower; double glazing and soundproofing complete a space for relaxing by the port.
This 80 m² suite combines a balcony with sea views and a seating area. A bath and private bathroom complete the accommodation for up to three people, with double glazing and soundproofing so you can enjoy views of Port Vell from a spacious room.
The hotel brings together services to help you get around Barcelona and relax without leaving the building. The reception is open 24 hours a day, while the concierge, luggage storage and express check-in and check-out make your stay easier. You can hire bicycles, join walking or cycling tours and take part in cooking classes; temporary art galleries and currency exchange are also available. The terrace and solarium provide outdoor spaces, while the gym and massages round out the wellness facilities.
For dining, Serras Barcelona has a restaurant and bar, special diet menus on request and breakfast served in your room. Free Wi-Fi is available, and pets are allowed, potentially for an extra charge; bowls and pet baskets are provided. Airport transfers are available, along with room service and car hire. Valet parking is also offered.
Serras Barcelona is at Passeig de Colom, 9, in Ciutat Vella, between Port Vell and the streets of the Barri Gòtic. The historic street layout makes it easy to explore places on foot, such as Mare de Déu de la Mercè, 150 m away, and Plaça de Sant Jaume, 400 m away. The Columns of the Temple of Augustus and the Museum of the History of Catalonia are the same distance away, while the Picasso Museum is 500 m away. From the hotel, the seafront promenade and the old town squares offer two different routes: one by the port and the other through historic buildings and streets.
To get around the city, Barceloneta metro station is 400 m away and Jaume I station is 450 m away; Estació de França is 600 m away. The pl. de Catalunya - Bergara stop is 1.2 km away and FGC - Plaça de Catalunya is 1.3 km away. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 9 km away, and the drive takes around 15 minutes. Moll de Drassanes, a ferry terminal, is 610 m away; the South International Maritime Terminal is 970 m away.
The coast is also within walking distance: Platja de Sant Miquel is 980 m away and Platja de la Barceloneta is 1.0 km away; Platja de Sant Sebastià is 1.2 km away. In the warmer months, these beaches let you combine city sightseeing with time by the sea. The Barcelona Aquarium, 500 m away, offers another place to visit in Port Vell. You can also spend a morning at the Picasso Museum and continue on to Plaça Reial, 450 m away, or the Arc de Triomf, 1.2 km away. With museums, the port and the old town nearby, it’s easy to plan days on foot and save public transport for longer journeys.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff; cleanliness and comfort also stand out. The dining receives positive comments, while the Wi-Fi gets consistently good ratings. Overall, guests describe a well-maintained hotel with attentive service and well-kept spaces.
Rates at Serras Barcelona vary depending on the season, room and dates. Check the latest price for your stay here.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 9 km from Serras Barcelona, and the drive takes around 15 minutes. Estació de França is 600 m away; Barceloneta and Jaume I metro stations are 400 m and 450 m away, respectively. Public parking is available nearby, with no reservation required, for €45 per day.
Serras Barcelona is in Ciutat Vella, 150 m from Mare de Déu de la Mercè and 400 m from Plaça de Sant Jaume. The Picasso Museum is 500 m away, as is the Barcelona Aquarium. To get to the sea, Platja de Sant Miquel is 980 m away and Platja de la Barceloneta is 1.0 km away.
Serras Barcelona offers continental and full English/Irish breakfast, which you can order to your room. Breakfast is not included in the rate. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with Catalan specialities and Mediterranean tapas.
Serras Barcelona allows pets, and extra charges may apply. The hotel provides bowls and a pet basket, two practical amenities available during your stay.
Serras Barcelona offers valet parking, and public parking is available nearby without a reservation. Public parking costs €45 per day.
At Serras Barcelona, anyone under 18 can stay only when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. This condition applies to all stays by minors.
The Junior Suite with Balcony and the Sea View Suite have sea views and a balcony. At Serras Barcelona, the balconies overlook Port Vell or Carrer de la Mercè; the other rooms also have balconies, with views of these parts of Ciutat Vella.
Serras Barcelona has a gym, massage service and solarium. These options let you combine exercise, outdoor relaxation and treatments during your stay.
