chic&basic Born Boutique Hotel

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8.4 (916 reviews)
Princesa, 50 , Barcelona , ES

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location (Born / near Picasso museum)
Unique, original hotel concept and design
Friendly, helpful staff (personal gestures such as birthday decorations)
Convenient self-service area (coffee, tea, water, snacks, ice, sparkling water)
Comfortable beds
Historic/authentic building features (Juliet balcony, decorative ceiling windows)
Cons:
Recurring cleanliness issues: dirty floors, bathroom cleanliness, insects, sticky bead curtains
Small or oddly laid-out rooms (bathroom inside room, unsafe steps)
Nighttime noise from nearby bars/shops and poor soundproofing
Mixed/limited breakfast variety for some guests
Dark corridors and some uncomfortable public areas
Decor/themes that some guests find inappropriate or off-putting

Categories

Cleanliness
6.2
Multiple reviews mention poor cleaning: unclean floors and bathroom, insects, sticky/dirty bead curtains in front of rooms; a few guests found rooms clean but overall cleanliness is a recurring negative.
Service
9.7
Staff repeatedly described as friendly and helpful (including arranging birthday decorations); self-service concept supported by courteous personnel — overall service is a clear positive in the reviews.
Location
9.5
Consistently praised: excellent, central position in the Born neighbourhood, very close to attractions (e.g., Picasso museum) and transport; location is one of the strongest points.
Room Quality
7.2
Mixed comments: comfortable beds but rooms can be small, oddly laid out (bathroom inside room), safety/design issues (slippery step, high toilet step), noise from street due to poor soundproofing, and unconventional/decorative choices that some guests disliked.
Amenities
9.8
Strong positives for on-site amenities: coffee/tea lounge, self-service area with coffee, water, snacks, ice and sparkling water; guests repeatedly appreciated these facilities.
Value for Money
8.4
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
7.6
Mixed breakfast feedback: some guests said breakfast was excellent, others found it limited in variety or mediocre; also mentions of low dining tables and breakfast area location affecting comfort.
Overall Experience
8.8
Overall guests find the hotel unique and enjoyable with a high likelihood to return thanks to location, concept and staff, although cleanliness, noise and unusual room layouts reduce the experience for some.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 00:01

Property Description

Unique Design and Amenities
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Barcelona's Born district at our design hotel, just steps away from the Picasso Museum. Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with colourful LED lighting and flat-screen TVs, a gym, and a 24-hour reception for your convenience.

Chic & Comfortable Spaces
Relax in our lounge with free Wi-Fi, designer armchairs, and complimentary coffee, tea, and water. The Modernist-style building boasts high ceilings, large windows, and marble staircases, creating a stylish and comfortable environment for your stay.

Central Location and Modern Convenience
Discover the city with ease, as we are located near Ciudadela Park, the Chocolate Museum, and a short walk from La Rambla. Our boutique hotel offers modern amenities such as glass shower cubicles, breakfast at our snack bar, and a cocktail to unwind. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

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

8.4
Based on 916 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.2
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 9.8
Value for Money: 8.4
Food and Beverage: 7.6
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Anna • couple • pl
10
Krótki, ale bardzo udany pobyt
Pros:

Bardzo fajny hotel. Ciekawy wystrój i prysznic na środku pokoju dają zaskakujący efekt. Czysto. Wygodne łóżko. Personel bardzo miły i pomocny. Przechowalnia bagażu. Woda i winko na powitanie. Bardzo dobra lokalizacja - niedaleko metra, a spacerkiem klimatycznymi uliczkami można dojść do pięknej plaży. Dużo podróżuje i ten hotel bardzo pozytywnie mnie zaskoczył. Jeśli wrócę do Barcelony to napewno tutaj.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Iana • solo_traveller • ua
7
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Urban • couple • se
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Rodríguez • couple • es
8
Acogedor y gran servicio con detalles extra que cuentan! Café gratis, detalles de bienvenida, buen desayuno. Buena ubica
Pros:

Las instalaciones me han sorprendido. Parecía un bloque antiguo y está todo reformado, ademas con detalles muy originales y cuidados. Tiene un pequeño gimnasio en el entresuelo y una zona “café” con sofás, cafetera, tetera y con pequeños snacks gratuitos. Las habitaciones tambien muy originales. Agua y detalles de bienvenida en la habitacion. Desayuno genial.

Cons:

El único detalle negativo fue que no pude regular la temperatura. A pesar de apagar la climatización seguía refrigerando por la ventilación del inodoro y tuve frío, ademas no habia ninguna manta extra

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Anel • extended_group • ch
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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NATALIA • extended_group • pe
7
Muy bueno, pero con cosas a mejorar como la privacidad y el desayuno.
Pros:

El Diseño es muy especial, toda una experiencia…La limpieza y comodidad magníficas. Cerca a la playa, bonito barrio.

Cons:

No recomiendo el desayuno del hotel, los huevos te Ian una muy mala preparación y la leche estaba agria. Se nos perdió una cajita cuando entraron a limpiar, quizás pensaron que era basura, pero me sorprendió porque el personal era muy amable. Tampoco nos gustó que poniendo el letrero de no entrar, entraran.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Ester • couple • gb
6
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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ANGEL • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Raphael • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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demiriz • solo_traveller • tr
10
Tekrar gelirsem tekrar burada kalırım
Pros:

Konumu mükemmel ve otel çok temiz oda ve yataklar çok konforlu

Cons:

Begenmedigim hiç bir şey yok

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Rosa-Lynn Lamberta Antonia Paulina • extended_group • nl
9
Top hotel! Perfecte locatie
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Wibecke • solo_traveller • no
9
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Vibecke • solo_traveller • no
9
Behagelig , idyllisk , beste beligenhet og kult design konsept påhotellet
Pros:

Veldig komfortable rom , med koselig balkong i rolig område - kult hotell med kult felles oppholdsrom , beste beliggenhet - midt i smørøyet til det beste og tryggeste nabolaget i Barcelona - kort vei til alt eller transport muligheter i nærheten

Cons:

Eneste - : skulle ønske personalet fortalte meg om kaffe og vann maskinene i felles stuen da jeg ankom - fordi oppdaget det ikke før neste dag.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Nordberg • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Nadja • solo_traveller • de
9
Liked it! Would come back.
Pros:

It’s a very cute small hotel with very interesting interior.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Nikki • couple • us
10
Great area to stay! Highly recommend staying here!!
Pros:

Great location!! Very walkable to great restaurants and shopping. Very clean and comfortable beds!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Jiyan • couple • tr
2
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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shane • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee