Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only

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8.2 (4483 reviews)
Aribau, 33 , Barcelona , ES
+34 933 23 93 93

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Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly and accommodating staff
Variety and quality of breakfast
Cons:
Noise from hallway at night
Some rooms small and design could be updated
Unreliable WIFI

Categories

Cleanliness
7.7
Generally clean with some minor issues in specific areas.
Service
8.7
The staff was very friendly and attentive throughout the stay.
Location
8.7
Hotel is very centrally located, close to many bars and restaurants.
Room Quality
7.7
Rooms are mostly comfortable but a bit small with aging design.
Amenities
8.2
Good amenities offered, including a nice rooftop bar and spa.
Value for Money
7.7
Good value overall, but some areas could be improved for the price.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Breakfast is varied and of very good quality.
Overall Experience
8.2
Overall, a very pleasant stay with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 16:49

Property Description

Vibrant Location in Gay-xample District

The Hotel Axel Barcelona is situated in the heart of the lively Gay-xample district, known for its vibrant gay scene. The staff's local knowledge ensures a welcoming atmosphere for all guests, making it a popular choice for both LGBTQ+ travelers and allies.

Luxurious Amenities and Spa Centre

Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, along with access to the 500m² Spa Centre featuring a hydromassage pool and saunas. The modern rooms are equipped with flat-screen satellite TVs, providing a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Stylish Sky Bar and Entertainment

The hotel's Sky Bar boasts a large swimming pool, terrace with a hot tub, and a cocktail bar. From parties to art exhibitions and shows, the Sky Bar offers a dynamic social hub for guests to unwind and socialize.

Experience the vibrant charm of Barcelona at Hotel Axel Barcelona & Urban Spa. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway!

Important information:

Please note that by booking through Booking.com, one hour of complimentary SPA access is included per reservation and per guest.

Please note, when booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please note that 1 hour of complimentary spa access is included, subject to availability and prior reservation.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Dec 6, 2026 until Sun, Dec 6, 2026
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BCN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 4483 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.7
Service: 8.7
Location: 8.7
Room Quality: 7.7
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 7.7
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 8.2
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Ann • couple • ie
9
This is an exciting hotel in a great location with very efficient and friendly staff.
Pros:

Comfortable rooms and dramatic decor

Cons:

Everything was very good

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Udo • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

I liked everything.

Cons:

Front desk staff all seemed a bit aloof. Hardly greeted anyone

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Florian • solo_traveller • at
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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hugo • couple • uy
10
Muy lindo hotel personal amable bien ubicado.
Pros:

La ubicación la limpieza y el desayuno

Cons:

Nada

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Vince Patrick • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • couple • br
10
HOSPEDAGEM OK!
Pros:

Localização perfeita.
Academia completa, mesmo com equipamentos um pouco mais antigos.
Quarto silencioso, vidro anti-ruídos eficiente.
Limpeza boa.

Cons:

Sinal de internet fraco.
Café da manhã caro.
Corredor de andar cheirando cigarro
Nada mais digno de nota

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
M
Miguel • couple • pt
5
É um hotel LGBT que aceita casais hetereos.
Cons:

Hotel LGBT

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • couple • us
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Ivanna • couple • no
4
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Roy • couple • us
10
We had a great time in Barcelona! We loved the hotel for reasons already stated. We did have rainy weather and that was
Pros:

Comfortable bed and nicely equipped.
The staff were friendly and helpful.
The location was great!
Breakfast was excellent!

Cons:

The spa was very disappointing! The temperature of the sauna, steam room and hot tub were not hot enough! The water in the hot tub was cloudy.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Ikbal • couple • kw
7
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • de
10
Nummer 1 in Eixample
Pros:

Zentrale Lage, architektonisch sehr schönes Hotel. Ruhige Zimmer, ausgestattet mit allem, was man braucht. Sehr nettes Personal.

Cons:

Nichts

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Christos • couple • gr
7
Δεν ήταν value for money
Pros:

Η τοποθεσία

Cons:

Το πρωινό και το μέγεθος του δωματίου

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Alexey • solo_traveller • ee
10
Pros:

Цена соответствует качеству.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
9
Hot hotel in Eixample
Pros:

Joaquin and his team at the front desk were great. The hotel is very nice — contemporary rooms, big breakfast spread, upstairs bar, rooftop pool, exercise room and spa.

Cons:

Nothing negative to report.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
B
Bosernitzan • solo_traveller • il
9
Cons:

The room looks old

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Anouska • couple • nl
8
Heerlijk hotel
Pros:

De locatie is heerlijk, Adrian bij de incheck super vriendelijk we kregen zelfs nog upgrade gratis. En de inclusiviteit die dit hotel uitstraalt is super fijn in deze tijd.

Cons:

De kussen op de bedden vond ik niet echt fijn

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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mohamad • solo_traveller • sa
1
Pros:

Very bad

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Danilova • solo_traveller • ua
9
Pros:

Месторасположение хорошее,персонал вежливый и внимательный

Cons:

Номер маловат для двоих,но если ненадолго,то можно

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • il
1
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee