Ciutat de Barcelona, Barcelona

Ciutat de Barcelona is a mid-sized hotel with 78 rooms that’ll appeal to travelers looking for something modern, stylish, and in the city's center. One of the hotel’s highlights is its rooftop, complete with a snack and cocktail bar and plunge pool. Its location in Barcelona’s central El Born neighborhood puts you at the heart of the city, round the corner from the Picasso Museum, making it convenient to get around the city. You’ll find the basic amenities are covered, but there is no on-site parking, gym, or spa.  

Pros

• The hotel is located in Barcelona’s historic center.
• Guests love the hotel’s modern, chic style.
• Hotel staff are friendly and helpful.
• Guests really like the accessible price point of the hotel and the value it offers.
• The hotel is generally quiet with soundproofed rooms and is located in a quiet part of the center. 

Cons

• The hotel lacks some amenities guests may want, like parking, a gym, and a spa. 

Authenticity

Hotel Ciutat de Barcelona offers an authentic and modern stay in Barcelona's historic center, the El Born district. The hotel opened in 2006 and recently renovated in 2022, giving it an updated, fresh, and contemporary feel. The interiors are colorful, with an undertone of blonde wood floors and white linens punctuated by pops of bright colors. To experience Barcelona at its most vibrant, just step out into the streets surrounding the hotel. 

Location

This prime location places you steps away from the Picasso Museum and a short stroll from the Barcelona Cathedral. The quiet streets make for peaceful evenings, while the city's bustling areas, such as Las Ramblas, are a mere 10-minute walk away. The El Born district is renowned for its stylish restaurants, interesting museums, and attractive shopping streets. The hotel's roof-top terrace affords impressive city views, including glimpses of La Sagrada Família.

Rooms & Bathrooms

The hotel's rooms are designed for comfort and tranquility. All are soundproof, air-conditioned, and offer either interior courtyard views or street views. The light-colored wood flooring in the bedrooms and dark gray tile flooring in the bathrooms create a bright, airy relaxing space. Rooms come with one double or two twin beds, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a minibar. The sitting area with a small round table and chairs is perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing. 

Amenities

The Ciutat de Barcelona Hotel provides some attractive amenities, such as the sixth-floor roof-top terrace with a small, rectangular swimming pool perfect for cooling off, sun loungers, and umbrellas for ultimate relaxation. It's worth noting that the hotel is accessible with an elevator, and one room is specifically designed to accommodate those with mobility needs.

Family-Friendliness

The hotel is family-friendly and offers a Triple Room option for those traveling with children; interconnected rooms are also available. Children of any age are welcome, and baby cribs and extra beds can be requested for an extra cost. There are no amenities catering specifically for children. 

Other Highlights

The snack bar on the rooftop terrace is the perfect spot for a casual bite or drink, try one of their cocktails. You can even take snacks and drinks to the pool, but you’ll need to go to the bar yourself. The buffet breakfast served on the main floor sets you up for a busy day of exploration.