Chic & Basic Zoo

Hotels
8 (1165 reviews)
Passeig Picasso, 22 , Barcelona , es

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Car hire
Non-smoking throughout
Shuttle service (additional charge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good value for money
Comfortable beds
Free beverages
Cons:
Noise issues
Small rooms
Cleanliness concerns
Limited staff presence

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Some guests noted issues such as mold in the bathroom and maintenance concerns.
Service
8.5
Staff described as friendly and responsive to incidents, ensuring a positive experience.
Location
8.5
Many reviews highlight the perfect location of the hotel.
Room Quality
7
Critiques about small room sizes and noise disturbances were prevalent.
Amenities
8
Positive mentions of free coffee and tea available in common areas.
Value for Money
8
Generally favorable sentiment about the price in relation to the services offered.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Reviews positively noted the breakfast quality and availability of free snacks.
Overall Experience
8
Mixed sentiments but overall acceptable and satisfactory experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 07:55

Property Description

Prime Location in El Born District
Chic & Basic Zoo is nestled in the heart of El Born, a trendy district in central Barcelona. Surrounded by historic landmarks like the Gothic Quarter and Ciutadella Park, and just minutes away from the vibrant port area.

Proximity to Major Attractions
Explore the iconic Gothic Quarter, visit the Cathedral, or stroll through Plaza Sant Jaume - all just a stone's throw away from the hotel. Enjoy easy access to the zoo, beaches, and the lively Olympic Port.

Vibrant Neighborhood Experience
Immerse yourself in the local culture with bustling nightlife, authentic tapas bars, and renowned museums like the Picasso Museum. Chic & Basic Zoo offers the perfect blend of convenience and excitement.

Ready to experience Barcelona's charm? Book your stay at Chic & Basic Zoo now!

Important information:

Please note, when booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Baby-cot subject to availability in all rooms except economic rooms.

NIRTC BH-02223Please 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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1165 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 8.5
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 8
S
Séverine • couple • fr
6
1 nuit à Barcelone
Pros:

Emplacement de l'hôtel.
Les petits cadeaux dans la chambre.
Le salon de l'hôtel avec café, thé et petits gâteaux à dispo.
Calme.
Bonne literie

Cons:

Baignoire avec un gros pommeau de douche fixe (pas pratique si l'on ne veut pas se mouiller les cheveux).
Manque d'éclairage dans la salle de bain.
Impression d'être enfermé car les fenêtres donnent sur une cour intérieure sombre et le grand lit prend beaucoup de place.

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
B
Bbb • couple • nl
7
voor alleen overnachten was het te doen
Pros:

locatie en koffieservice

Cons:

matige inrichting kamer, geen zitje of bureau

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
S
sandra • family_with_children • fr
6
Pros:

Emplacement idéal.

Cons:

Dommage que le petit dejeuner ne soit pas au même endroit que les chambres.

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
R
remy • couple • fr
5
Pros:

l'emplacement dans la ville et le petit déjeuner

Cons:

gros souci avec cette chambre indiquée "sur cour" mais quand le mur est à 2 metres en face de la fenêtre on ne peut pas parler de cour mais on est bien face à un mur et donc sans lumière ! très déplaisant. Pas mal de chambres visiblement avec la même configuration. Chambre par ailleurs très petite... bref... mieux vaut arriver à 22h00 dormir et repartir le lendemain matin sans avoir à rester dans cette "chambre"

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
M
Mazzali • couple • it
5
deluso unica consolazione la vicinanza al mare
Pros:

posizione vicina al mare

Cons:

camera troppo piccola e male insonorizzata troppi rumori

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
T
Tracey • family_with_children • au
8
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
M
Miriam • couple • it
10
Pros:

Posizione ottima. Ho gradito molto la disponibilità dello staff e la colazione

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
J
Jade • family_with_children • au
4
Amazing location
Pros:

The location was great

Cons:

There was no fridge in the room

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
J
Jorge • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
D
dujardin • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
E
Ersilia • family_with_children • it
9
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
C
Catalina • couple • ro
8
Good value for the money
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff, luggage storage.

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
J
JORDI • solo_traveller • es
6
Normal
Pros:

Normal

Cons:

Algunas manchas en las paredes

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
F
Frans • family_with_children • nl
8
Prima voor stadsbe,ichtiging
Pros:

Ligging, netheid

Cons:

Niet echt tegenvallen maar het ontbijt had iets ruimer gemogen.

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
M
martins • family_with_children • lv
8
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
X
xisco javier • family_with_children • es
10
Pros:

Atención del personal y los detalles que normalmente te cobran sin gratuitos

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
H
Hanneke • couple • nl
7
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
A
Andrea • family_with_children • it
7
Ottima base se non si hanno grandi pretese
Pros:

Gentilezza Staff, presente h 24 e tempestivo nel risolvere ogni problema. Zona comune con caffetteria Nespresso e teiera, biscotti sempre a disposizione e gratuiti. Posizione ideale: a pochi minuti a piedi dal centro, mezzi pubblici di fronte alla struttura, zona tranquillissima alla sera.

Cons:

Stanze troppo essenziali e poco insonorizzate. Nessun problema se gli ospiti non sono rumorosi. Pulizia quotidiana sufficiente ma non accuratissima

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
J
Jakub • couple • pl
8
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
L
Lyaysan • couple • hu
5
Not great.
Pros:

The location was great.

Cons:

The hotel is without the reception, the reception is in another hotel. The entrance to the building by ringing a bell, they don’t give a key. The facilities are old, the bathroom is not clean and mouldy.
Fire alarm went off twice, the last time at 5am and wasn’t turned off for about 15 min.

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee