Catalonia Born

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Catalonia Hotels & Resorts
9 (3949 reviews)
Rec Comtal, 16-18 , Barcelona , es

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly service
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Some pricing concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.83
Mixed sentiments; some positive mentions of cleanliness but issues pointed out.
Service
9.3
Generally positive sentiments about helpful and polite staff.
Location
9.34
Numerous positive remarks about the excellent location close to attractions.
Room Quality
8.79
Positive sentiments about room comfort and amenities, though there are some mentions of minor issues.
Amenities
9.32
Good mentions of amenities like a gym and pool.
Value for Money
8.28
Some negative comments regarding pricing relative to the offerings.
Food and Beverage
8.83
Mixed feedback about breakfast quality and price.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall positive experience despite some minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 15:53

Property Description

Historic Elegance in Barcelona's El Born District

Rooftop Pool and Central Courtyard: Catalonia Born Hotel offers a charming rooftop pool and a central courtyard, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring the vibrant El Born district.

Classic Rooms with Modern Amenities: The hotel's classic rooms feature elegant marble bathrooms, satellite TV, and centrally controlled heating or air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable stay year-round.

Convenient Location and Dining Options: Situated near Arc de Triomf Metro Station and França Train Station, Catalonia Born Hotel is well-connected to the city. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast, dine at the snack bar, or unwind at the lobby bar.

Book your stay at Catalonia Born Hotel for a memorable Barcelona experience!

Important information:

The hotel only allows 1 dog or cat under 20 kg. Accommodations with pets must be requested in advance. There is a supplement of EUR 22 per night and a deposit of EUR 200.

Please note, parking rates vary depending on the number of nights booked. Please, contact the property directly for rates and directions.

Credit cardholder must match guest name or provide authorization.

As with reservations of more than 4 rooms, special conditions and supplements will apply to those of more than 8 nights.

Please note that all rooms have centrally controlled heating or air conditioning, depending on the season.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sat, Oct 31, 2026 until Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Oct 31, 2027 until Fri, Mar 31, 2028

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 31 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 3949 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.83
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 8.79
Amenities: 9.32
Value for Money: 8.28
Food and Beverage: 8.83
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Francois • couple • fr
9
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Fujii • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

場所が旧市街で便利。地下鉄やバス停からも近かった。朝食が美味しかった。

Cons:

日本人向けにアメニティ(ティッシュ、綿棒)が用意してあるとさらに良かった。

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Robin • solo_traveller • be
7
Pas mal, sans plus. Cher pour ce que c'est.
Pros:

Emplacement très bon, lit super confortable.

Cons:

Personnel qui peut paraître présomptueux, même lorsqu'on parle espagnol. Rooftop accessible mais pas aménagé à cette saison.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • extended_group • gb
9
Would definitely stay again!
Pros:

Loved our stay here. The hotel is in a very central location, with good public transport links if needed. The room was very good size and the bed was soooo comfortable! Had the added bonus of both a bath and a separate shower which is unusual.
The breakfast was lovely with plenty of choice.
It wasn't warm enough to use the pool but it was a cute rooftop area which I can imagine would be lovely when the weather cooperates!

Cons:

The only issue I had was the in-room hairdryer didn't work (but reception provided me with another) and the shower leaked.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Benitez • couple • pr
9
very good
Pros:

excelente breakfast

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Aidan • family_with_children • be
7
Good location and comfortable beds, but quite dingy and overpriced.
Pros:

The beds were very comfortable, and I liked that there were 2 showers in each bathroom, so two people could shower at once.
It is very quiet - I didn't hear any noise from outside the hotel.
The location is really good. You are on the edge of El Born, but 5 minutes walk to Eixample area as well.
There are a few very good restaurants and fast food/pizza places nearby, so something to suit every budget.
Checkout is 12pm.
Breakfast is served til 11am.

Cons:

The staff on the first few days of our visit weren't very friendly. They didn't even say hello, or goodbye when you came and went, which I found odd - I think that's a basic thing that most hotel staff do when you enter or leave the reception. They kept their heads down or on the computer.
However, the staff on the last couple of days were different and said hello and goodbye all the time.
The porter was probably the friendliest, and always looked you in the eye and said hello.
The hotel breakfast is good, but I think for 20 euros you could get much better at the place across the street or a breakfast place in Eixample, where the standard is far higher.
I think the breakfast is worth about 10 euros.
The hotel decor is a little dated.
The bathroom needs a bit of a refurb - my shower door didnt close fully, leaking water on the floor. In one of the other rooms, the bath plug didn't close fully, so a bath would slowly leak water.
There was also mould or dirt in the shower of the first bathroom.
The rooftop is OK, but it reminded me more of a hostel than a hotel. It is very basic in decor and needs a refurb.
It also isn't cleaned very often.
It is maybe checked once a day, so there will be bottles, glasses, cigarette packets etc. of guests who have been there before you.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
M
Manuela • extended_group • es
9
Pros:

La habitación

Cons:

La tarjeta de la habitación no funcionaba bien

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Isabella • couple • ca
7
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • ar
8
Hermoso hotel en una ubicación excelente.
Pros:

El hotel es muy lindo, la ubicacion es excelente. La habitación es pequeña, estaba muy limpia pero un poco de olor a humedad. El gimnasio estaba bien. No desayunamos en el hotel.

Cons:

Todo me gustó.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • couple • us
10
Pros:

Location

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Gaventa • extended_group • ca
9
Pros:

Super comfortable beds, amazing room overall, beautiful area, housekeeping came everyday to clean the room

Cons:

lady at front desk was not very personable which made it difficult to ask questions

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Miriam • couple • at
10
Perfekter City Trip!
Pros:

Gute Schallisolierung und damit sehr ruhig trotz absolut zentraler Lage. Geschmackvolles Design, alles sehr sauber und dazu ausgesprochen freundliche Mitarbeiter

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
C
Claire • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Breakfast, beds, showers, rooftop pool

Cons:

Reception and corridors tired and in need of a refurb

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Larry • couple • us
10
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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EUGEN • solo_traveller • ro
10
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Gry • solo_traveller • no
8
Nordmenn i Spania
Pros:

Hyggelig og svært behjelpelig i resepsjonen. Komfortabelt rom, gode senger og stort bad.
Hyggelig bassengområde på taket, med ulike soner. Godt utvalg i frokostbufféen.
Beliggenhet super for å rusle rundt i det gotiske strøk, som var full av restauranter og sjapper med suvenirer og alt annet fra a-å. Fikk anbefalt å gå ut på gata og finne taxi, om de skulle ringe å bestille ville d gå mye lenger tid.

Cons:

Litt slitt.Renholdet: usikker, glemte å bestille?
Noen uteliggere i dette støket, men ikke plagsomt.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Gallo • couple • it
10
Consiglio vivamente il soggiorno, personale gentilissimo e disponibile. Struttura elegante. Camera pulitissima e servizi
Pros:

La pulizia della camera, hotel bellissimo, in una zona centrale. Servizio impeccabile.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Estelle • couple • gb
10
Another excellent stay at Catalonia Born
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff, quiet and spotlessly clean

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Dario • couple • it
9
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Miroslava • family_with_children • cz
9
Pros:

Good location, clean room, nice terrace.

Cons:

The breakfast was not included in the price so we had to pay extra. The price was quite high for limited selection.,

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee