chic&basic Born Boutique Hotel
$211
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$211
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at chic&basic Born Boutique Hotel average $103 in December, the cheapest month, and $242 in June, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $116 |
| February | $129 |
| March | $192 |
| April | $215 |
| May | $234 |
| June | $242 |
| July | $176 |
| August | $170 |
| September | $211 |
| October | $204 |
| November | $141 |
| December | $103 |
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About this property
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a 24-hour fitness center and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Amenities
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a 24-hour fitness center and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite at the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 31 guestrooms featuring plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature hair dryers and slippers. Conveniences include phones and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
A stay at Chic&Basic Born Boutique Hotel places you in the heart of Barcelona, within a 15-minute walk of Barcelona Cathedral and Port de Barcelona. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from La Rambla and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Plaça de Catalunya.
What's nearby
Parc de la Ciutadella(0.1 miles)
El Born Centre Cultural(0.1 miles)
Mercat del Born(0.1 miles)
Picasso Museum(0.1 miles)
Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar(0.3 miles)
Santa Caterina Market(0.3 miles)
Arc de Triomf(0.3 miles)
Passeig de Sant Joan(0.4 miles)
Barcelona Cathedral(0.4 miles)
Barcelona City Council(0.4 miles)
Palau de la Música Catalana(0.5 miles)
Port Vell(0.6 miles)
Portal de l'Angel(0.6 miles)
Port de Barcelona(0.6 miles)
Gran Teatre del Liceu(0.6 miles)
The preferred airport for Chic&Basic Born Boutique Hotel is Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)(11.5 miles)
Non-Smoking Rooms
Tour Desk
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Vending Machines
Location
Princesa, 50, El Born, Barcelona, Barcelonès, Catalonia, Spain
Parc de la Ciutadella (0.1 miles)
El Born Centre Cultural (0.1 miles)
Mercat del Born (0.1 miles)
Picasso Museum (0.1 miles)
Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar (0.3 miles)
Santa Caterina Market (0.3 miles)
Guest reviews of chic&basic Born Boutique Hotel
8.5
Fabulous
Based on 588 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
6%
Couple
72%
Family
7%
Group
9%
Solo
4%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, Chic & Basic Born Boutique Hotel stands out for its central El Born location, distinctive design, and friendly staff, while feedback frequently notes unconventional open-bathroom layouts, occasional street or hallway noise, and some housekeeping lapses.
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What guests think
Across recent reviews, Chic & Basic Born Boutique Hotel stands out for its central El Born location, distinctive design, and friendly staff, while feedback frequently notes unconventional open-bathroom layouts, occasional street or hallway noise, and some housekeeping lapses.
Guests frequently praise the breakfast and the shared lounges with complimentary coffee and tea. Room experiences vary widely, from spacious and quiet to compact, and some mention weak A/C or drainage problems. Expect a stylish, central base with character and a few practical trade-offs.
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Facilities
Guests appreciate the communal lounges with complimentary coffee and tea and the on-site bar/patio. Several mention the absence of in-room refrigerators.
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Barbara
Oct 17, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
If you like funky, this hotel is for you. The location can’t be beat, in the thick of the historic district of Barcelona. Food, food and more food choices literally at the hotel’s doorstep. Their breakfast offering was just a notch above basic, with scrambled eggs and bacon in addition to the usual cold offerings. Their small patio offers cold drinks after a hot day sightseeing. Beware, as their Sangria packs a punch! Friendly, helpful staff. Would recommend wholeheartedly. Pedro Canada
If you like funky, this hotel is for you. The location can’t be beat, in the thick of the historic district of Barcelona. Food, food and more food choices literally at the hotel’s doorstep. Their breakfast offering was just a notch above basic, with scrambled eggs and bacon in addition to the usual cold offerings. Their small patio offers cold drinks after a hot day sightseeing. Beware, as their Sangria packs a punch! Friendly, helpful staff. Would recommend wholeheartedly. Pedro Canada
10
Contina Houston
Nov 10, 2024
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Stayed 8 nights
Loved the coffee and tea bar and the outdoor patio
Loved the coffee and tea bar and the outdoor patio
10
Analicia
Sep 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the amazing room and bar. Had a great stay!
Loved the amazing room and bar. Had a great stay!
10
Brant
Sep 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very interesting hotel, unlike any I've been in. Great overall experience. Loved the free Nespresso coffee and snacks. We had room 18 which was at the very end of the hall, which was great because there was no through traffic past our door, so it was quiet. The street outside however, could be a bit loud. Merce24 just started so it was a late night party and it seemed to be just outside the window. Obviously not the properties fault, just keep in mind it can be loud. The area is great and walkable.
Very interesting hotel, unlike any I've been in. Great overall experience. Loved the free Nespresso coffee and snacks. We had room 18 which was at the very end of the hall, which was great because there was no through traffic past our door, so it was quiet. The street outside however, could be a bit loud. Merce24 just started so it was a late night party and it seemed to be just outside the window. Obviously not the properties fault, just keep in mind it can be loud. The area is great and walkable.
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KATHERINE Ann
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Great hotel. Different but cool. Great coffee, couches and water in large community room. Not for everyone but we loved it.
Great hotel. Different but cool. Great coffee, couches and water in large community room. Not for everyone but we loved it.
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Heather
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved the uniqueness of the hotel itself and the room we had, the coffee, tea and water station and its location. Thank you for a wonderful 1st visit to Barcelona!
We loved the uniqueness of the hotel itself and the room we had, the coffee, tea and water station and its location. Thank you for a wonderful 1st visit to Barcelona!
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Leanne
Sep 26, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We loved our stay here - we had a room with terrace it was spacious with a a really comfortable bed I loved the style of the room and hotel in general being in a beautiful old building, the breakfast is nice simple but plenty enough - daily fruits, yogurt, scrambled eggs and bacon , cold meats , cheese toast croissant and fresh cakes Also you have free drinks in your room and a help yourself cafe area which is always open with simple snacks and drinks, lots of lounge areas throughout I would recommend when in Barcelona
We loved our stay here - we had a room with terrace it was spacious with a a really comfortable bed I loved the style of the room and hotel in general being in a beautiful old building, the breakfast is nice simple but plenty enough - daily fruits, yogurt, scrambled eggs and bacon , cold meats , cheese toast croissant and fresh cakes Also you have free drinks in your room and a help yourself cafe area which is always open with simple snacks and drinks, lots of lounge areas throughout I would recommend when in Barcelona
8
Hege Aida
Feb 22, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Hyggelig rom (superior), stille og rolig inn mot bakgården. Hyggelig personale, spesielt i resepsjonen. Fantastisk beliggenhet! Anbefaler dette hotellet. Bonus med kaffe og te-område.
Hyggelig rom (superior), stille og rolig inn mot bakgården. Hyggelig personale, spesielt i resepsjonen. Fantastisk beliggenhet! Anbefaler dette hotellet. Bonus med kaffe og te-område.
8
Douglas
Jul 25, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location near old city but not too close, very touristy though (for all old city area). Interior decorations were fun, separate small gym, separate hangout area with coffee tea water and even ice. Room was a good size, shower drain was blocked but it was fixed next day. They forgot to refill the soap though. Nice little balcony overlooking streets.
Great location near old city but not too close, very touristy though (for all old city area). Interior decorations were fun, separate small gym, separate hangout area with coffee tea water and even ice. Room was a good size, shower drain was blocked but it was fixed next day. They forgot to refill the soap though. Nice little balcony overlooking streets.
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Anna
Dec 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastiskt coolt och snyggt hotell med futuristisk känsla! Skön lounge med soffor att hänga i, gratis kaffe & te, godis, dator att låna och en skön stämning. Nära till Citadellparken, flera matställen runt hörnet och gångavstånd till allt. Fräsch frukost med nybakat bröd, diverse pålägg, olika juicer och frukter, yoghurt och müsli mm.
Fantastiskt coolt och snyggt hotell med futuristisk känsla! Skön lounge med soffor att hänga i, gratis kaffe & te, godis, dator att låna och en skön stämning. Nära till Citadellparken, flera matställen runt hörnet och gångavstånd till allt. Fräsch frukost med nybakat bröd, diverse pålägg, olika juicer och frukter, yoghurt och müsli mm.
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Cleanliness
Many note clean rooms, but feedback is mixed due to drainage problems, occasional odors, and some housekeeping lapses (missed refills, towels). Overall maintenance feels uneven in places.
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Daniel
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
nice staff, cool area around- a lot of dining options. cozy hotel in general, could be more clean and renovated.
nice staff, cool area around- a lot of dining options. cozy hotel in general, could be more clean and renovated.
8
Christopher
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Overall a nice hotel with comfortable room. Cleaning could have been better
Overall a nice hotel with comfortable room. Cleaning could have been better
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Joseph
Apr 28, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Staff was very kind and the property feels very safe. They provided a birthday treat on arrival. The hallways smell like intense sewage and there was very loud construction noise each morning in adjacent rooms. The room layout is uncomfortable.
Staff was very kind and the property feels very safe. They provided a birthday treat on arrival. The hallways smell like intense sewage and there was very loud construction noise each morning in adjacent rooms. The room layout is uncomfortable.
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CHRISTOPHER
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The A/C didn’t work in the first room we were in and the shower didn’t drain. After we informed the reception of the issue, they moved us to another room.
The A/C didn’t work in the first room we were in and the shower didn’t drain. After we informed the reception of the issue, they moved us to another room.
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Valentina
Dec 9, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Room was ok but smelled when we arrived, although the smell went away after opening the window. We had to figure out a technique to flush the toilet properly because it did not flush just by pressing once. One thing that was extremely annoying was the cleaning people trying to come in every morning, even with the sign do not disturb hanging on the door. On the last morning they did not even bother to knock and she just opened the door which we unfortunately left unlocked (good thing we were dressed already) at 10am. Checkout is at 12pm, so we took our time and had to work, and this person tried to come in WITHOUT KNOCKING three more times between 10am and 11.30am. I don’t think that’s normal. The location is great but please fix your issues with the cleaning crew and toilets.
Room was ok but smelled when we arrived, although the smell went away after opening the window. We had to figure out a technique to flush the toilet properly because it did not flush just by pressing once. One thing that was extremely annoying was the cleaning people trying to come in every morning, even with the sign do not disturb hanging on the door. On the last morning they did not even bother to knock and she just opened the door which we unfortunately left unlocked (good thing we were dressed already) at 10am. Checkout is at 12pm, so we took our time and had to work, and this person tried to come in WITHOUT KNOCKING three more times between 10am and 11.30am. I don’t think that’s normal. The location is great but please fix your issues with the cleaning crew and toilets.
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Jessica
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was great - rooms are in a separate building from bar and reception area. My room was spacious but the shower did not drain I well at all- there was water everywhere! But other than that- I thought room was comfortable.
Staff was great - rooms are in a separate building from bar and reception area. My room was spacious but the shower did not drain I well at all- there was water everywhere! But other than that- I thought room was comfortable.
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Pernilla
Oct 7, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Städningen var så där. Handdukar och badlakan byttes inte ut. Fick inga nya och fick säga till. Torkade inte av ytor, tvättfat och kram samt väggarna i toaletten och på vissa väggar var solkiga redan när vi anlände första dagen. Dåligt med plats för kläder och för resväskorna. De fick läggas på golv vid säng och tvättfat så man blev tvungen att kliva över dem. Däremot bra service och trevlig personal.
Städningen var så där. Handdukar och badlakan byttes inte ut. Fick inga nya och fick säga till. Torkade inte av ytor, tvättfat och kram samt väggarna i toaletten och på vissa väggar var solkiga redan när vi anlände första dagen. Dåligt med plats för kläder och för resväskorna. De fick läggas på golv vid säng och tvättfat så man blev tvungen att kliva över dem. Däremot bra service och trevlig personal.
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Douglas
Jul 25, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location near old city but not too close, very touristy though (for all old city area). Interior decorations were fun, separate small gym, separate hangout area with coffee tea water and even ice. Room was a good size, shower drain was blocked but it was fixed next day. They forgot to refill the soap though. Nice little balcony overlooking streets.
Great location near old city but not too close, very touristy though (for all old city area). Interior decorations were fun, separate small gym, separate hangout area with coffee tea water and even ice. Room was a good size, shower drain was blocked but it was fixed next day. They forgot to refill the soap though. Nice little balcony overlooking streets.
10
Michael
Mar 23, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location. Very clean rooms.
Great location. Very clean rooms.
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Ken
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I wasn't crazy about the tiny ice machine being so dirty.
I wasn't crazy about the tiny ice machine being so dirty.
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Rooms
Design is unconventional with glass or open showers and limited bathroom privacy; room sizes range from spacious to compact. Some report street or thin-wall noise and intermittent A/C or drainage issues.
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Joseph
Jan 20, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
A bit noisy and not very practical bedroom
A bit noisy and not very practical bedroom
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MICHAEL
Feb 4, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Die Zimmer sind gewöhnungsbedürftig (Glasdusche mitten im Raum) - aber sauber und schön - als Goodie gibt es Oropax, was auch nötig war im Partyviertel. Insofern an alles gedacht!
Die Zimmer sind gewöhnungsbedürftig (Glasdusche mitten im Raum) - aber sauber und schön - als Goodie gibt es Oropax, was auch nötig war im Partyviertel. Insofern an alles gedacht!
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CHRISTOPHER
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The A/C didn’t work in the first room we were in and the shower didn’t drain. After we informed the reception of the issue, they moved us to another room.
The A/C didn’t work in the first room we were in and the shower didn’t drain. After we informed the reception of the issue, they moved us to another room.
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Elijah
Jun 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was receptive and informative. The hotel has a quirky, but cool vibe probably most appreciated by couples and younger guests. We had a lovely patio with a sitting cove accessible through French doors in our room. Lots of amenities like coffee, tea, still and water with gas. Also lots of comfortable open areas if you want to chill outside your room. The location is excellent—walking distance to museums, parks, the marina and lots of eateries and bars. The only drawback is that the walls are very thin and if any love is being made, you will hear about it.
Staff was receptive and informative. The hotel has a quirky, but cool vibe probably most appreciated by couples and younger guests. We had a lovely patio with a sitting cove accessible through French doors in our room. Lots of amenities like coffee, tea, still and water with gas. Also lots of comfortable open areas if you want to chill outside your room. The location is excellent—walking distance to museums, parks, the marina and lots of eateries and bars. The only drawback is that the walls are very thin and if any love is being made, you will hear about it.
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Celina
Aug 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Die Unterkunft war wirklich toll. Leider hatten wir keine Fenster. Dementsprechen hatten wir keine Möglichkeit zu lüften und der Einfall durch Tageslicht war nur durch kleine Luken in der Decke gegeben. Diese waren jedoch mit Metall als Sichtschutz verdeckt
Die Unterkunft war wirklich toll. Leider hatten wir keine Fenster. Dementsprechen hatten wir keine Möglichkeit zu lüften und der Einfall durch Tageslicht war nur durch kleine Luken in der Decke gegeben. Diese waren jedoch mit Metall als Sichtschutz verdeckt
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Dennis
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Rooms are too small. No refrigerator and NO bathroom privacy, but the staff was great
Rooms are too small. No refrigerator and NO bathroom privacy, but the staff was great
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Leah
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location, breakfast buffet and surrounding restaurants were good. It’s a unique hotel with a different vibe. Overall we enjoyed our stay. The only con was the A/C in our room didn’t work well and couldn’t be adjusted, so we didn’t get much relief from the heat.
The location, breakfast buffet and surrounding restaurants were good. It’s a unique hotel with a different vibe. Overall we enjoyed our stay. The only con was the A/C in our room didn’t work well and couldn’t be adjusted, so we didn’t get much relief from the heat.
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Asmaa
Nov 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel is lovely - it’s in the centre of Born which is a great area in Barcelona to be in. I had a single room which was small as expected, almost like a little studio. The shower was next to the bed which was fine, but when showering the room gets very hot and the air con is very weak at that point. It’s a quirky hotel so I would book it again but def would choose a bigger room instead with a completely separate bathroom.
Hotel is lovely - it’s in the centre of Born which is a great area in Barcelona to be in. I had a single room which was small as expected, almost like a little studio. The shower was next to the bed which was fine, but when showering the room gets very hot and the air con is very weak at that point. It’s a quirky hotel so I would book it again but def would choose a bigger room instead with a completely separate bathroom.
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Margo
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Barcelona was a little more expensive that expected. The street this is on gets noisy at night and they have earplugs available. Convenient to walk around el born and old part of the city. However… we stayed at the beginning and end of the trip. The first room was fine, was the Double plus balcony. Second time same format of a room and the shower was in the middle of the room with no opaque glass or full curtain. The toilet was it a closet. Very odd. Also the design is quirky — neon lights in the room and ropes that you have to push through to enter the room.
Barcelona was a little more expensive that expected. The street this is on gets noisy at night and they have earplugs available. Convenient to walk around el born and old part of the city. However… we stayed at the beginning and end of the trip. The first room was fine, was the Double plus balcony. Second time same format of a room and the shower was in the middle of the room with no opaque glass or full curtain. The toilet was it a closet. Very odd. Also the design is quirky — neon lights in the room and ropes that you have to push through to enter the room.
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philippe
Sep 3, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
La chambre n’est pas dutout ergonomique donc pas facile à vivre. Porte d’entrée à moutier bloquée et mal isolée phoniquement, interrupteurs et prises électriques cachés, clim soufflant dans la douche donc peux efficace dans la chambre, impossible de faire le noir pour dormir car stores mal fichus. Bref tout pour un design original et rien pour l’ergonomie et le confort utilisateur.
La chambre n’est pas dutout ergonomique donc pas facile à vivre. Porte d’entrée à moutier bloquée et mal isolée phoniquement, interrupteurs et prises électriques cachés, clim soufflant dans la douche donc peux efficace dans la chambre, impossible de faire le noir pour dormir car stores mal fichus. Bref tout pour un design original et rien pour l’ergonomie et le confort utilisateur.
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly, helpful, and responsive, with prompt fixes or room moves when issues arise. A few guests experienced slower service or housekeeping entering despite 'do not disturb' signs.
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Hilary
Aug 13, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing staff. They were super helpful and really friendly.
Amazing staff. They were super helpful and really friendly.
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Charlotte
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff great, room very clean, excellent air con as July weather was very hot, lovely breakfast available. Would stay here again :)
Staff great, room very clean, excellent air con as July weather was very hot, lovely breakfast available. Would stay here again :)
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Jane
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
After a horrid airport experience, Elena, the Receptionist, recognized our stress. She asked if she could find a ready room, would we like to go directly rather than wait until our specific room was ready at 3P. It was 9:30A. In the meantime, have a free coffee during the approximate 15 minute wait. That kindness and personalized greeting was appreciated. The Chic and Basic Born is in an historic quiet spot. It was the port in the 1400’s. The boutique hotel was a former school, therefore the rooms after substantial, thick walled, unique and comfortable. We could see the Museo de Xocolata from the bathroom window … I wish i could take the Moka home. Walking was safe. Restaurants numerous. 6 minutes walk to the Zoo, right on the Ciutadella park. A beautiful walk. Not a lot of tourists, very few tourist traps .. a real neighborhood. Breakfast at C&B was substantial but more European than American. No pancakes, but croissants. A variety of breads, cheeses, hot scrambled eggs and crisp bacon or cold hard cooked eggs and a variety of cold cuts soprasetto, hams, yogurt and granola or a cold cereal sliced and whole fresh fruits. I would be remiss if I did not mention my husband’s favorite item, Cafe latte prepared daily and perfectly by Franca. Hope he remembers because I won’t do as well! We will look for other Cic and Basics
After a horrid airport experience, Elena, the Receptionist, recognized our stress. She asked if she could find a ready room, would we like to go directly rather than wait until our specific room was ready at 3P. It was 9:30A. In the meantime, have a free coffee during the approximate 15 minute wait. That kindness and personalized greeting was appreciated. The Chic and Basic Born is in an historic quiet spot. It was the port in the 1400’s. The boutique hotel was a former school, therefore the rooms after substantial, thick walled, unique and comfortable. We could see the Museo de Xocolata from the bathroom window … I wish i could take the Moka home. Walking was safe. Restaurants numerous. 6 minutes walk to the Zoo, right on the Ciutadella park. A beautiful walk. Not a lot of tourists, very few tourist traps .. a real neighborhood. Breakfast at C&B was substantial but more European than American. No pancakes, but croissants. A variety of breads, cheeses, hot scrambled eggs and crisp bacon or cold hard cooked eggs and a variety of cold cuts soprasetto, hams, yogurt and granola or a cold cereal sliced and whole fresh fruits. I would be remiss if I did not mention my husband’s favorite item, Cafe latte prepared daily and perfectly by Franca. Hope he remembers because I won’t do as well! We will look for other Cic and Basics
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Andre Clark
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location. Nice room. Slow service
Good location. Nice room. Slow service
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CHRISTOPHER
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The A/C didn’t work in the first room we were in and the shower didn’t drain. After we informed the reception of the issue, they moved us to another room.
The A/C didn’t work in the first room we were in and the shower didn’t drain. After we informed the reception of the issue, they moved us to another room.
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Patrick
Jun 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We styaed here for one night before we went to Sitges for a wedding weekend. It was a unique building and the rooms were comfortable. The location was perfect for walking around Born. The service was excellent.
We styaed here for one night before we went to Sitges for a wedding weekend. It was a unique building and the rooms were comfortable. The location was perfect for walking around Born. The service was excellent.
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Valentina
Dec 9, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Room was ok but smelled when we arrived, although the smell went away after opening the window. We had to figure out a technique to flush the toilet properly because it did not flush just by pressing once. One thing that was extremely annoying was the cleaning people trying to come in every morning, even with the sign do not disturb hanging on the door. On the last morning they did not even bother to knock and she just opened the door which we unfortunately left unlocked (good thing we were dressed already) at 10am. Checkout is at 12pm, so we took our time and had to work, and this person tried to come in WITHOUT KNOCKING three more times between 10am and 11.30am. I don’t think that’s normal. The location is great but please fix your issues with the cleaning crew and toilets.
Room was ok but smelled when we arrived, although the smell went away after opening the window. We had to figure out a technique to flush the toilet properly because it did not flush just by pressing once. One thing that was extremely annoying was the cleaning people trying to come in every morning, even with the sign do not disturb hanging on the door. On the last morning they did not even bother to knock and she just opened the door which we unfortunately left unlocked (good thing we were dressed already) at 10am. Checkout is at 12pm, so we took our time and had to work, and this person tried to come in WITHOUT KNOCKING three more times between 10am and 11.30am. I don’t think that’s normal. The location is great but please fix your issues with the cleaning crew and toilets.
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Justin
Jan 18, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the look of it. Staff was super helpful. The neighborhood was amazing. Rooms were spacious. Also recommend the breakfast. It was fantastic
Loved the look of it. Staff was super helpful. The neighborhood was amazing. Rooms were spacious. Also recommend the breakfast. It was fantastic
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Hanna
Feb 3, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Really nice hotel and perfectly located! A gift in the room on arrival was a very nice touch! Friendly staff!
Really nice hotel and perfectly located! A gift in the room on arrival was a very nice touch! Friendly staff!
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Wanda
Jan 24, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
I’m 64 yrs old woman who travels solo always looking for safety first. Not only the área was safe but all the staff were always willing to help and giving directions and sugestións on where to go, what and how to get there. 24 hrs receptionist available is a most. Definetly my first choice in the El Born neighborhood. Special thanks to Male and Alfa and the other girl at the reception!
I’m 64 yrs old woman who travels solo always looking for safety first. Not only the área was safe but all the staff were always willing to help and giving directions and sugestións on where to go, what and how to get there. 24 hrs receptionist available is a most. Definetly my first choice in the El Born neighborhood. Special thanks to Male and Alfa and the other girl at the reception!
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Location
Central El Born setting with easy walking to major sights, parks, and numerous restaurants. Some note street noise at night despite the otherwise convenient base.
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Richard
Mar 29, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
We enjoyed our stay at Chic and Basic Born so much!Great location,nice lights in the halls,quiet!
We enjoyed our stay at Chic and Basic Born so much!Great location,nice lights in the halls,quiet!
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Tine
Jan 21, 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Venligt personale. God beliggenhed. Fin morgenmad.
Venligt personale. God beliggenhed. Fin morgenmad.
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Pietro
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Enjoyed location in the El BORN close to many attractions and excellent restaurant
Enjoyed location in the El BORN close to many attractions and excellent restaurant
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Asmaa
Nov 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel is lovely - it’s in the centre of Born which is a great area in Barcelona to be in. I had a single room which was small as expected, almost like a little studio. The shower was next to the bed which was fine, but when showering the room gets very hot and the air con is very weak at that point. It’s a quirky hotel so I would book it again but def would choose a bigger room instead with a completely separate bathroom.
Hotel is lovely - it’s in the centre of Born which is a great area in Barcelona to be in. I had a single room which was small as expected, almost like a little studio. The shower was next to the bed which was fine, but when showering the room gets very hot and the air con is very weak at that point. It’s a quirky hotel so I would book it again but def would choose a bigger room instead with a completely separate bathroom.
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Ryan
Apr 3, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Really cool hotel!! GREAT location. Cool room. Definitely will be back!
Really cool hotel!! GREAT location. Cool room. Definitely will be back!
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michael rask
Aug 25, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Et fint hotel i den gode del af Barcelona lidt væk fra Ramblaens turisthelvede
Et fint hotel i den gode del af Barcelona lidt væk fra Ramblaens turisthelvede
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Justin
Jan 18, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the look of it. Staff was super helpful. The neighborhood was amazing. Rooms were spacious. Also recommend the breakfast. It was fantastic
Loved the look of it. Staff was super helpful. The neighborhood was amazing. Rooms were spacious. Also recommend the breakfast. It was fantastic
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Anna Shakira
Jul 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice property. Was located in a good area and could walk everywhere from the hotel.
Very nice property. Was located in a good area and could walk everywhere from the hotel.
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Alyson
Oct 21, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Perfect location in the Born district
Perfect location in the Born district
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Elein
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location. Close to the beach and Las ramblas. Lots of dining options
Excellent location. Close to the beach and Las ramblas. Lots of dining options
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Dining
Breakfast is well liked, described as substantial to fantastic, and several appreciate free coffee and tea available throughout the day. A few call the breakfast simple but adequate.
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Marianne
Jan 15, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Hade en fantastisk hotell vistelse... Personalen var trevliga och serviceinriktad Rummet var rymliga och ljusa... Frukosten helt ok.. Bra läge och gångavstånd till det mesta Kan tänka mig att komma åter
Hade en fantastisk hotell vistelse... Personalen var trevliga och serviceinriktad Rummet var rymliga och ljusa... Frukosten helt ok.. Bra läge och gångavstånd till det mesta Kan tänka mig att komma åter
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Barbara
Oct 17, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
If you like funky, this hotel is for you. The location can’t be beat, in the thick of the historic district of Barcelona. Food, food and more food choices literally at the hotel’s doorstep. Their breakfast offering was just a notch above basic, with scrambled eggs and bacon in addition to the usual cold offerings. Their small patio offers cold drinks after a hot day sightseeing. Beware, as their Sangria packs a punch! Friendly, helpful staff. Would recommend wholeheartedly. Pedro Canada
If you like funky, this hotel is for you. The location can’t be beat, in the thick of the historic district of Barcelona. Food, food and more food choices literally at the hotel’s doorstep. Their breakfast offering was just a notch above basic, with scrambled eggs and bacon in addition to the usual cold offerings. Their small patio offers cold drinks after a hot day sightseeing. Beware, as their Sangria packs a punch! Friendly, helpful staff. Would recommend wholeheartedly. Pedro Canada
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Jane
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
After a horrid airport experience, Elena, the Receptionist, recognized our stress. She asked if she could find a ready room, would we like to go directly rather than wait until our specific room was ready at 3P. It was 9:30A. In the meantime, have a free coffee during the approximate 15 minute wait. That kindness and personalized greeting was appreciated. The Chic and Basic Born is in an historic quiet spot. It was the port in the 1400’s. The boutique hotel was a former school, therefore the rooms after substantial, thick walled, unique and comfortable. We could see the Museo de Xocolata from the bathroom window … I wish i could take the Moka home. Walking was safe. Restaurants numerous. 6 minutes walk to the Zoo, right on the Ciutadella park. A beautiful walk. Not a lot of tourists, very few tourist traps .. a real neighborhood. Breakfast at C&B was substantial but more European than American. No pancakes, but croissants. A variety of breads, cheeses, hot scrambled eggs and crisp bacon or cold hard cooked eggs and a variety of cold cuts soprasetto, hams, yogurt and granola or a cold cereal sliced and whole fresh fruits. I would be remiss if I did not mention my husband’s favorite item, Cafe latte prepared daily and perfectly by Franca. Hope he remembers because I won’t do as well! We will look for other Cic and Basics
After a horrid airport experience, Elena, the Receptionist, recognized our stress. She asked if she could find a ready room, would we like to go directly rather than wait until our specific room was ready at 3P. It was 9:30A. In the meantime, have a free coffee during the approximate 15 minute wait. That kindness and personalized greeting was appreciated. The Chic and Basic Born is in an historic quiet spot. It was the port in the 1400’s. The boutique hotel was a former school, therefore the rooms after substantial, thick walled, unique and comfortable. We could see the Museo de Xocolata from the bathroom window … I wish i could take the Moka home. Walking was safe. Restaurants numerous. 6 minutes walk to the Zoo, right on the Ciutadella park. A beautiful walk. Not a lot of tourists, very few tourist traps .. a real neighborhood. Breakfast at C&B was substantial but more European than American. No pancakes, but croissants. A variety of breads, cheeses, hot scrambled eggs and crisp bacon or cold hard cooked eggs and a variety of cold cuts soprasetto, hams, yogurt and granola or a cold cereal sliced and whole fresh fruits. I would be remiss if I did not mention my husband’s favorite item, Cafe latte prepared daily and perfectly by Franca. Hope he remembers because I won’t do as well! We will look for other Cic and Basics
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Tine
Jan 21, 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Venligt personale. God beliggenhed. Fin morgenmad.
Venligt personale. God beliggenhed. Fin morgenmad.
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Justin
Jan 18, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the look of it. Staff was super helpful. The neighborhood was amazing. Rooms were spacious. Also recommend the breakfast. It was fantastic
Loved the look of it. Staff was super helpful. The neighborhood was amazing. Rooms were spacious. Also recommend the breakfast. It was fantastic
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Lee Robert
Sep 7, 2024
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Stayed 9 nights
Great spot, good breakfast and great staff.
Great spot, good breakfast and great staff.
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Heather
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved the uniqueness of the hotel itself and the room we had, the coffee, tea and water station and its location. Thank you for a wonderful 1st visit to Barcelona!
We loved the uniqueness of the hotel itself and the room we had, the coffee, tea and water station and its location. Thank you for a wonderful 1st visit to Barcelona!
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Hanna
Feb 3, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Really nice hotel and perfectly located! A gift in the room on arrival was a very nice touch! Friendly staff!
Really nice hotel and perfectly located! A gift in the room on arrival was a very nice touch! Friendly staff!
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Leanne
Sep 26, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We loved our stay here - we had a room with terrace it was spacious with a a really comfortable bed I loved the style of the room and hotel in general being in a beautiful old building, the breakfast is nice simple but plenty enough - daily fruits, yogurt, scrambled eggs and bacon , cold meats , cheese toast croissant and fresh cakes Also you have free drinks in your room and a help yourself cafe area which is always open with simple snacks and drinks, lots of lounge areas throughout I would recommend when in Barcelona
We loved our stay here - we had a room with terrace it was spacious with a a really comfortable bed I loved the style of the room and hotel in general being in a beautiful old building, the breakfast is nice simple but plenty enough - daily fruits, yogurt, scrambled eggs and bacon , cold meats , cheese toast croissant and fresh cakes Also you have free drinks in your room and a help yourself cafe area which is always open with simple snacks and drinks, lots of lounge areas throughout I would recommend when in Barcelona
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Anna
Dec 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastiskt coolt och snyggt hotell med futuristisk känsla! Skön lounge med soffor att hänga i, gratis kaffe & te, godis, dator att låna och en skön stämning. Nära till Citadellparken, flera matställen runt hörnet och gångavstånd till allt. Fräsch frukost med nybakat bröd, diverse pålägg, olika juicer och frukter, yoghurt och müsli mm.
Fantastiskt coolt och snyggt hotell med futuristisk känsla! Skön lounge med soffor att hänga i, gratis kaffe & te, godis, dator att låna och en skön stämning. Nära till Citadellparken, flera matställen runt hörnet och gångavstånd till allt. Fräsch frukost med nybakat bröd, diverse pålägg, olika juicer och frukter, yoghurt och müsli mm.
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Norma
Aug 13, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
the room was little bit small the balcony was small.
the room was little bit small the balcony was small.
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NATALIA
Jul 14, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
The room was cleaned every day, and complimentary water, coffee, and tea were provided, which was a nice touch after spending the whole day walking around. The rooms could benefit from more storage and better organization, and the property would also benefit from some maintenance and updates. The location is very central, making it convenient to explore the area.
The room was cleaned every day, and complimentary water, coffee, and tea were provided, which was a nice touch after spending the whole day walking around. The rooms could benefit from more storage and better organization, and the property would also benefit from some maintenance and updates. The location is very central, making it convenient to explore the area.
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Zaldy
Jul 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were amazing! Precious and Mark were super attentive and courteous. I love how trendy and centralize the hotel is. I’ll definitely would stay here again on my next visit.
The staff were amazing! Precious and Mark were super attentive and courteous. I love how trendy and centralize the hotel is. I’ll definitely would stay here again on my next visit.
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Daniel
Jun 25, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great small hotel in a great location. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Overall, great experience.
Great small hotel in a great location. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Overall, great experience.
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Lesley
Jun 13, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great building and location. Really enjoyed the room, unusual and modern feel. Loved the communal areas
Great building and location. Really enjoyed the room, unusual and modern feel. Loved the communal areas
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. This property is located in the city's Low Emission Zone; only low-emission vehicles are permitted to enter. Guests with non-Spanish license plates must register their vehicle with the city in advance.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Children 15 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 16 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Tour Desk
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Self Laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
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Non-Smoking Rooms
Vending Machines
Adults Only
Activities
Fitness Center (nearby)
Internet
Free Wi-Fi