chic&basic Zoo
US$164
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$164
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at chic&basic Zoo average US$77 in the cheapest month (January) and US$210 in the most expensive month (May), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$77 |
| February | US$95 |
| March | US$159 |
| April | US$168 |
| May | US$210 |
| June | US$179 |
| July | US$149 |
| August | US$147 |
| September | US$164 |
| October | US$178 |
| November | US$124 |
| December | US$101 |
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Most expensive: May (~US$210)
Cheapest: January (~US$77)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.
Dining
Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
Located in Barcelona (Downtown Barcelona), chic&basic Zoo is within a 15-minute walk of Barcelona Cathedral and Port de Barcelona. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from La Rambla and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Port Vell.
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(0.2 Miles)
Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar(0.3 Miles)
Arc de Triomf(0.4 Miles)
Passeig de Sant Joan(0.4 Miles)
Santa Caterina Market(0.4 Miles)
Barcelona Cathedral(0.5 Miles)
Barcelona City Council(0.5 Miles)
Palau de la Música Catalana(0.5 Miles)
Port de Barcelona(0.6 Miles)
Port Vell(0.6 Miles)
Portal de l'Angel(0.7 Miles)
Gran Teatre del Liceu(0.7 Miles)
The nearest major airport is Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)(11.4 Miles)
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Tour desk
Housekeeping
Safe-deposit box
Bicycle rental
Location
Passeig Picasso, 22, 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 (0.2 Miles)
Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar (0.3 Miles)
Arc de Triomf (0.4 Miles)
Room options
7
Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
237 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
2
Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Courtyard View
Room details
1 Single Bed
161 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Economy Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
161 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
9
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Or 2 Twin Beds
Room details
1 Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
7
Standard Triple Room
Room details
3× Single Beds
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
237 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of chic&basic Zoo
7.8
Good
Based on 486 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
74%
Family
6%
Group
19%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Chic & Basic Zoo, guests praise the central El Born location by Parc de la Ciutadella and the friendly, helpful staff, while noting very small, simple rooms, off-site check-in that can be confusing, and occasional noise or cleanliness lapses.
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At Chic & Basic Zoo, guests praise the central El Born location by Parc de la Ciutadella and the friendly, helpful staff, while noting very small, simple rooms, off-site check-in that can be confusing, and occasional noise or cleanliness lapses.
Many appreciate the free coffee and water station, strong A/C, and luggage storage. Several reviews highlight the presence of homeless people around the entrance at night, which affected the area’s feel for some. Overall, expect a budget-friendly base with compact rooms and simple amenities.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic: guests like the free coffee/water station and lounge, plus luggage storage. Several note no in-room fridge and occasional issues with the elevator or room safes.
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10
Ulrika
14 Apr 2024
·
Stayed 5 nights
Jättebra läge, gångavstånd till restaurang, tågstationen, parken och med en busshållplats utanför dörren. Extra trevligt med kaffe, kallt vatten (så man slapp köpa massa vatten) och lite godis i de gemensamma utrymmet! Rekommenderar boendet varmt!
Jättebra läge, gångavstånd till restaurang, tågstationen, parken och med en busshållplats utanför dörren. Extra trevligt med kaffe, kallt vatten (så man slapp köpa massa vatten) och lite godis i de gemensamma utrymmet! Rekommenderar boendet varmt!
8
Sarah
4 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
Wir waren 4 Tage in der Unterkunft und es hat uns für nur zum schlafen ausgereicht! Getränke gab es auf dem Flur inklusive kleine Küchlein. Es hätten mehr Steckdosen im Zimmer sein können aber sonst alles super.
Wir waren 4 Tage in der Unterkunft und es hat uns für nur zum schlafen ausgereicht! Getränke gab es auf dem Flur inklusive kleine Küchlein. Es hätten mehr Steckdosen im Zimmer sein können aber sonst alles super.
8
Simon
14 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
A great location, opposite the zoo and a good shopping street,and 15 minutes walk from the townhall square, only 2 minutes round the corner from another Chic and Basic property used for check in and b'fast, tea, coffee, and drinks. The room was indeed chic and basic, with nice high ceilings of an older property. The bed was very comfortable and bathroom adequate, with good hot water. Minor mentions (NOT moans): I'd have preferred a shelf in the shower to avoid needing to bend down for soap etc. a power socket near the desk (but you can use the TV socket) and a small fridge, but none of these would dter me from returning.
A great location, opposite the zoo and a good shopping street,and 15 minutes walk from the townhall square, only 2 minutes round the corner from another Chic and Basic property used for check in and b'fast, tea, coffee, and drinks. The room was indeed chic and basic, with nice high ceilings of an older property. The bed was very comfortable and bathroom adequate, with good hot water. Minor mentions (NOT moans): I'd have preferred a shelf in the shower to avoid needing to bend down for soap etc. a power socket near the desk (but you can use the TV socket) and a small fridge, but none of these would dter me from returning.
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shahla
13 Apr 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Rummet var lagom stor. Städning var bra. Nära allt. sängen var bekväma. Receptionen ligger på gatan bredvid inte i samma byggnad som hotellet är. jag saknade vattenkokare i rummet. ingen mini kylskåp i rummet. ingen möjlighet till att ha frukost på hotellet. Alltså hotellet består bara av några rum med badrummet ingenting annat. inte bra för familjer med barn.
Rummet var lagom stor. Städning var bra. Nära allt. sängen var bekväma. Receptionen ligger på gatan bredvid inte i samma byggnad som hotellet är. jag saknade vattenkokare i rummet. ingen mini kylskåp i rummet. ingen möjlighet till att ha frukost på hotellet. Alltså hotellet består bara av några rum med badrummet ingenting annat. inte bra för familjer med barn.
10
Jin
8 Nov 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
Free coffee and cookies are good
Free coffee and cookies are good
8
John
14 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
No front desk, so you must check-in at a sister hotel around the corner. The rooms are very small, and the elevator did not work, but the room was clean. The staff at the sister hotel were all very nice and attentive. The hotel is in a great location
No front desk, so you must check-in at a sister hotel around the corner. The rooms are very small, and the elevator did not work, but the room was clean. The staff at the sister hotel were all very nice and attentive. The hotel is in a great location
10
Karen
21 Nov 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Good central location, check in at the hotel around the corner was easy and we could store our luggage when we arrived early until our room was ready. The coffee and water station was a lovely touch and very welcome. Powerful shower. Clean bedding.
Good central location, check in at the hotel around the corner was easy and we could store our luggage when we arrived early until our room was ready. The coffee and water station was a lovely touch and very welcome. Powerful shower. Clean bedding.
10
Emma Jo
24 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Much better than expected. Check in was easy and they looked after my luggage. Good location and water, juice beer and coffee complimenty. Clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Much better than expected. Check in was easy and they looked after my luggage. Good location and water, juice beer and coffee complimenty. Clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
10
Maxine
22 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Was a little concerned about checking in at a Kiosk, I expected a box type check in. But it is a regular “hotel” type check in with a person. Then you walk around the corner to the actual hotel where you can enter with your key. The room was nice, clean with comfortable beds. The safe did not work,and I reported it the next day. They have a lovely “common “ area where you can get tea, coffee and biscuits. Our room had a small balcony that was enjoyable. Overall highly recommend
Was a little concerned about checking in at a Kiosk, I expected a box type check in. But it is a regular “hotel” type check in with a person. Then you walk around the corner to the actual hotel where you can enter with your key. The room was nice, clean with comfortable beds. The safe did not work,and I reported it the next day. They have a lovely “common “ area where you can get tea, coffee and biscuits. Our room had a small balcony that was enjoyable. Overall highly recommend
6
Lian
26 Feb 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Close to metro (5mins) Homeless comes and camps outside at night Extremely hard to find Checkin is at a completely different location, need to walk around the block Elevator seems like it will break at a moments notice Shared fridge outside of the room Shower doesn't close so entire room gets flooded. You only get one towel per person Cleaners leave water on scalding hot after service Fake thermostat/temperature control. The A/C, heat do not work.
Close to metro (5mins) Homeless comes and camps outside at night Extremely hard to find Checkin is at a completely different location, need to walk around the block Elevator seems like it will break at a moments notice Shared fridge outside of the room Shower doesn't close so entire room gets flooded. You only get one towel per person Cleaners leave water on scalding hot after service Fake thermostat/temperature control. The A/C, heat do not work.
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Cleanliness
Many describe the property and rooms as clean, but multiple reviews cite missed spots, dusty smells, or bathroom grime. Overall cleanliness feels mixed rather than spotless.
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Amber
29 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Upon arrival the check-in is around the corner from the actual hotel but this was not far and the staff there were extremely friendly and helpful. The room was in good condition and clean (slightly dirty in the bathroom around the sink and unusable in room safe but there is one at the reception you can get so this isn't an issue). We got clean towels everyday and a room refresh, very good experience for the price and the staff were helpful with anything we needed.
Upon arrival the check-in is around the corner from the actual hotel but this was not far and the staff there were extremely friendly and helpful. The room was in good condition and clean (slightly dirty in the bathroom around the sink and unusable in room safe but there is one at the reception you can get so this isn't an issue). We got clean towels everyday and a room refresh, very good experience for the price and the staff were helpful with anything we needed.
8
Lee
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was very small but was only used for sleeping so no big deal. Room was clean but closer inspection shows lack of effort. Dust in corners, stains under toilet seat. Complimentary coffee, pastry, biscuits and sweet was a nice touch. Look out for noise if you’re in room 25 right next to the coffee area. No staff onsite, check-in is round the corner. Wasn’t overly impressed with having to walk the street with an iron and ironing board from one hotel to the other. Served its purpose but will look for an alternative next time.
Room was very small but was only used for sleeping so no big deal. Room was clean but closer inspection shows lack of effort. Dust in corners, stains under toilet seat. Complimentary coffee, pastry, biscuits and sweet was a nice touch. Look out for noise if you’re in room 25 right next to the coffee area. No staff onsite, check-in is round the corner. Wasn’t overly impressed with having to walk the street with an iron and ironing board from one hotel to the other. Served its purpose but will look for an alternative next time.
6
Ivan
28 May 2022
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Stayed 15 nights
Limpeza deficiente ; sempre com pó sob a cama Trocaram lençóis sujos só qdo pedi Deixaram uma noite sem edredão ; tive de dormir com roupas devido ao frio Prédio cheira a mofo; entrada do hotel em galeria onde há sempre pessoas em situação de rua
Limpeza deficiente ; sempre com pó sob a cama Trocaram lençóis sujos só qdo pedi Deixaram uma noite sem edredão ; tive de dormir com roupas devido ao frio Prédio cheira a mofo; entrada do hotel em galeria onde há sempre pessoas em situação de rua
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xiomara morayma
14 May 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The interiors don’t look clean, it had a dusty smell, my AC was not working, but they fixed it the next day. Next to the entrance there were homeless people sleeping every day, doing drugs and had the place smelling bad.
The interiors don’t look clean, it had a dusty smell, my AC was not working, but they fixed it the next day. Next to the entrance there were homeless people sleeping every day, doing drugs and had the place smelling bad.
10
Patrick
18 Feb 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Perfect location in Born next to Parc de la Ciutadella. There are metro stations nearby but we just wandered out most days on foot. The room was well kept and clean and there was a good coffee machine just outside the room. Staff on check in were really nice and we had a nice drink at the bar too. Excellent value for money.
Perfect location in Born next to Parc de la Ciutadella. There are metro stations nearby but we just wandered out most days on foot. The room was well kept and clean and there was a good coffee machine just outside the room. Staff on check in were really nice and we had a nice drink at the bar too. Excellent value for money.
10
Karen
21 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good central location, check in at the hotel around the corner was easy and we could store our luggage when we arrived early until our room was ready. The coffee and water station was a lovely touch and very welcome. Powerful shower. Clean bedding.
Good central location, check in at the hotel around the corner was easy and we could store our luggage when we arrived early until our room was ready. The coffee and water station was a lovely touch and very welcome. Powerful shower. Clean bedding.
8
FERNANDES BAGANHA
31 May 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Ménage très moyen
Ménage très moyen
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Latasha
29 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was tiny and the shower was hard to manuever in because of its size but the water pressure was exceptional and the room clean. My tv wasn't working. Not sure if it was the actual tv or remote. There are plenty of shopping options but not for tourist. I had to go to the party area for a barcelona tshirt. Plenty of restaurants and sight-seeing in the area. Plus the train station was only 2 blocks away.
The room was tiny and the shower was hard to manuever in because of its size but the water pressure was exceptional and the room clean. My tv wasn't working. Not sure if it was the actual tv or remote. There are plenty of shopping options but not for tourist. I had to go to the party area for a barcelona tshirt. Plenty of restaurants and sight-seeing in the area. Plus the train station was only 2 blocks away.
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Charlotte
8 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
God beliggenhed og fint rent. Men meget slidte værelser og dårlig lydisolering. I sandhed meget basic.
God beliggenhed og fint rent. Men meget slidte værelser og dårlig lydisolering. I sandhed meget basic.
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Stewart
10 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice clean rooms if a bit small. Overall good value. Helpful, friendly staff
Nice clean rooms if a bit small. Overall good value. Helpful, friendly staff
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Rooms
Rooms are compact and simple, with comfortable beds and strong A/C; some include small balconies or park views. Several mention poor soundproofing and cramped or awkward showers, plus occasional TV or safe problems.
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Sébastien
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Propre et bien situé. Confortable mais chambre très petite et très mal insonorisée.
Propre et bien situé. Confortable mais chambre très petite et très mal insonorisée.
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travis
28 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotels that was very clean in a great location. Room was kinda small but a/c worked great
Nice hotels that was very clean in a great location. Room was kinda small but a/c worked great
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Simon
14 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
A great location, opposite the zoo and a good shopping street,and 15 minutes walk from the townhall square, only 2 minutes round the corner from another Chic and Basic property used for check in and b'fast, tea, coffee, and drinks. The room was indeed chic and basic, with nice high ceilings of an older property. The bed was very comfortable and bathroom adequate, with good hot water. Minor mentions (NOT moans): I'd have preferred a shelf in the shower to avoid needing to bend down for soap etc. a power socket near the desk (but you can use the TV socket) and a small fridge, but none of these would dter me from returning.
A great location, opposite the zoo and a good shopping street,and 15 minutes walk from the townhall square, only 2 minutes round the corner from another Chic and Basic property used for check in and b'fast, tea, coffee, and drinks. The room was indeed chic and basic, with nice high ceilings of an older property. The bed was very comfortable and bathroom adequate, with good hot water. Minor mentions (NOT moans): I'd have preferred a shelf in the shower to avoid needing to bend down for soap etc. a power socket near the desk (but you can use the TV socket) and a small fridge, but none of these would dter me from returning.
8
Silvia
8 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly and accommodating staff, excellent location. We will certainly return. We used, due to our needs and circumstances, three different rooms. They vary in sizes, appearance and location. Of the three rooms, the one with a balcony overlooking the street and the park was the most comfortable.
Friendly and accommodating staff, excellent location. We will certainly return. We used, due to our needs and circumstances, three different rooms. They vary in sizes, appearance and location. Of the three rooms, the one with a balcony overlooking the street and the park was the most comfortable.
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Cecilia
4 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Själva rummet var bra , men kunde inte sova prg. för mycket ljud från grannen
Själva rummet var bra , men kunde inte sova prg. för mycket ljud från grannen
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rafael
7 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Room to small.
Room to small.
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Melina Alejandra Pan
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
Comfy beds, really good location, only negative is there’s no mini fridge in the rooms which would’ve been handy for keeping cold water but other than that overall good experience.
Comfy beds, really good location, only negative is there’s no mini fridge in the rooms which would’ve been handy for keeping cold water but other than that overall good experience.
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Maxine
22 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Was a little concerned about checking in at a Kiosk, I expected a box type check in. But it is a regular “hotel” type check in with a person. Then you walk around the corner to the actual hotel where you can enter with your key. The room was nice, clean with comfortable beds. The safe did not work,and I reported it the next day. They have a lovely “common “ area where you can get tea, coffee and biscuits. Our room had a small balcony that was enjoyable. Overall highly recommend
Was a little concerned about checking in at a Kiosk, I expected a box type check in. But it is a regular “hotel” type check in with a person. Then you walk around the corner to the actual hotel where you can enter with your key. The room was nice, clean with comfortable beds. The safe did not work,and I reported it the next day. They have a lovely “common “ area where you can get tea, coffee and biscuits. Our room had a small balcony that was enjoyable. Overall highly recommend
8
Latasha
29 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was tiny and the shower was hard to manuever in because of its size but the water pressure was exceptional and the room clean. My tv wasn't working. Not sure if it was the actual tv or remote. There are plenty of shopping options but not for tourist. I had to go to the party area for a barcelona tshirt. Plenty of restaurants and sight-seeing in the area. Plus the train station was only 2 blocks away.
The room was tiny and the shower was hard to manuever in because of its size but the water pressure was exceptional and the room clean. My tv wasn't working. Not sure if it was the actual tv or remote. There are plenty of shopping options but not for tourist. I had to go to the party area for a barcelona tshirt. Plenty of restaurants and sight-seeing in the area. Plus the train station was only 2 blocks away.
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angela
25 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It’s quiet room, but very small for 2 people
It’s quiet room, but very small for 2 people
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Service
Staff are friendly and helpful, assisting with early check-ins and baggage storage. However, reception is at a sister property around the corner, which confuses some guests and means no staff are on-site at the rooms.
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Gilberto
9 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location No staff around
Good location No staff around
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Jodi
14 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful at reception. Enjoyed the breakfast. Good location.
Very helpful at reception. Enjoyed the breakfast. Good location.
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Darby
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great stay at the Chic&Basic Zoo! We really appreciated the powerful A/C, helpful staff who let us check in early and stow our bags before check in and after check out. It was very quiet, and close to lots of restaurants and shops. It was a solid 20 minute walk to most things but very close to a train station, main bus routes, and the parc which we enjoyed!
Great stay at the Chic&Basic Zoo! We really appreciated the powerful A/C, helpful staff who let us check in early and stow our bags before check in and after check out. It was very quiet, and close to lots of restaurants and shops. It was a solid 20 minute walk to most things but very close to a train station, main bus routes, and the parc which we enjoyed!
10
Amber
29 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Upon arrival the check-in is around the corner from the actual hotel but this was not far and the staff there were extremely friendly and helpful. The room was in good condition and clean (slightly dirty in the bathroom around the sink and unusable in room safe but there is one at the reception you can get so this isn't an issue). We got clean towels everyday and a room refresh, very good experience for the price and the staff were helpful with anything we needed.
Upon arrival the check-in is around the corner from the actual hotel but this was not far and the staff there were extremely friendly and helpful. The room was in good condition and clean (slightly dirty in the bathroom around the sink and unusable in room safe but there is one at the reception you can get so this isn't an issue). We got clean towels everyday and a room refresh, very good experience for the price and the staff were helpful with anything we needed.
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HERNAN
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Reception is weird because is around the corner . They show give us the reception address instead the hotel address . Not one is at the hotel address to receive us
Reception is weird because is around the corner . They show give us the reception address instead the hotel address . Not one is at the hotel address to receive us
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John
14 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
No front desk, so you must check-in at a sister hotel around the corner. The rooms are very small, and the elevator did not work, but the room was clean. The staff at the sister hotel were all very nice and attentive. The hotel is in a great location
No front desk, so you must check-in at a sister hotel around the corner. The rooms are very small, and the elevator did not work, but the room was clean. The staff at the sister hotel were all very nice and attentive. The hotel is in a great location
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Jesper
8 Jan 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Good central location near metrostations, Arc de triumph. You are close to almost everything. city center, barcelona zoo, sagrada familia etc are within few km of you're hotel. The arrival was a bit confusing because i didn't know that check-in an handing of keys is at the chic&basic born hotel just around the corner, a small information about that would have helped med a lot. But thats just a small issue, i can recommend the hotel to everybody
Good central location near metrostations, Arc de triumph. You are close to almost everything. city center, barcelona zoo, sagrada familia etc are within few km of you're hotel. The arrival was a bit confusing because i didn't know that check-in an handing of keys is at the chic&basic born hotel just around the corner, a small information about that would have helped med a lot. But thats just a small issue, i can recommend the hotel to everybody
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Roger
1 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean tasteful room with lovely friendly staff. The area is THE place to be
Clean tasteful room with lovely friendly staff. The area is THE place to be
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Penille
21 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Jeg hader virkeligt hotelværelser uden vinduer, men her var da et godt delt af skillevæg. Meget lille vindue ud til lukket "gård" og ca 4 etager op til frisk luft. Ind- og udtjekning tager uendeligt lang tid, så sæt god tid af til at vente ( meget anderledes end i andre lande åbenbart) Prisen var dyr. Værelset lille. Rengøring ok. Hyggeligt receptionsområde. Venligt personale.
Jeg hader virkeligt hotelværelser uden vinduer, men her var da et godt delt af skillevæg. Meget lille vindue ud til lukket "gård" og ca 4 etager op til frisk luft. Ind- og udtjekning tager uendeligt lang tid, så sæt god tid af til at vente ( meget anderledes end i andre lande åbenbart) Prisen var dyr. Værelset lille. Rengøring ok. Hyggeligt receptionsområde. Venligt personale.
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HERNAN
24 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The only weird thing is they gave the address of the hotel and not the reception which is around the corner . They should give the address of the reception and then they give us the address of the hotel
The only weird thing is they gave the address of the hotel and not the reception which is around the corner . They should give the address of the reception and then they give us the address of the hotel
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Location
Central El Born location opposite or near Parc de la Ciutadella and the zoo, walkable to many sights and close to metro, train, and bus links. Several note homeless people near the entrance at night affecting the area’s feel.
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Alessandro
13 Oct 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent position to use public transport
Excellent position to use public transport
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Youssef
5 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very good location
Very good location
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Ulrika
14 Apr 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Jättebra läge, gångavstånd till restaurang, tågstationen, parken och med en busshållplats utanför dörren. Extra trevligt med kaffe, kallt vatten (så man slapp köpa massa vatten) och lite godis i de gemensamma utrymmet! Rekommenderar boendet varmt!
Jättebra läge, gångavstånd till restaurang, tågstationen, parken och med en busshållplats utanför dörren. Extra trevligt med kaffe, kallt vatten (så man slapp köpa massa vatten) och lite godis i de gemensamma utrymmet! Rekommenderar boendet varmt!
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Katherine
9 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The inside of the hotel is nice however the outside, meaning the street, is dirty and surrounded by homeless people. Felt a little unsafe walking in the evening to the hotel. Just something to keep in mind.
The inside of the hotel is nice however the outside, meaning the street, is dirty and surrounded by homeless people. Felt a little unsafe walking in the evening to the hotel. Just something to keep in mind.
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Ruth
7 Dec 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location on the edge of Born and opposite the zoo and park. Decent triple room with everything needed. Good price.
Great location on the edge of Born and opposite the zoo and park. Decent triple room with everything needed. Good price.
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xiomara morayma
14 May 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The interiors don’t look clean, it had a dusty smell, my AC was not working, but they fixed it the next day. Next to the entrance there were homeless people sleeping every day, doing drugs and had the place smelling bad.
The interiors don’t look clean, it had a dusty smell, my AC was not working, but they fixed it the next day. Next to the entrance there were homeless people sleeping every day, doing drugs and had the place smelling bad.
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Jeremy
24 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic staff, hotel is pretty much what it says it is. 2 things to know: #1 there is no desk in the room and it's harder to work cross legged for hours at a time on my bed than it used to be. #2 after about 8pm homeless people sleep on the corner of the block. They're no bother, but it changed my feelings on the area.
Fantastic staff, hotel is pretty much what it says it is. 2 things to know: #1 there is no desk in the room and it's harder to work cross legged for hours at a time on my bed than it used to be. #2 after about 8pm homeless people sleep on the corner of the block. They're no bother, but it changed my feelings on the area.
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Jesper
8 Jan 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Good central location near metrostations, Arc de triumph. You are close to almost everything. city center, barcelona zoo, sagrada familia etc are within few km of you're hotel. The arrival was a bit confusing because i didn't know that check-in an handing of keys is at the chic&basic born hotel just around the corner, a small information about that would have helped med a lot. But thats just a small issue, i can recommend the hotel to everybody
Good central location near metrostations, Arc de triumph. You are close to almost everything. city center, barcelona zoo, sagrada familia etc are within few km of you're hotel. The arrival was a bit confusing because i didn't know that check-in an handing of keys is at the chic&basic born hotel just around the corner, a small information about that would have helped med a lot. But thats just a small issue, i can recommend the hotel to everybody
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Patrick
18 Feb 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Perfect location in Born next to Parc de la Ciutadella. There are metro stations nearby but we just wandered out most days on foot. The room was well kept and clean and there was a good coffee machine just outside the room. Staff on check in were really nice and we had a nice drink at the bar too. Excellent value for money.
Perfect location in Born next to Parc de la Ciutadella. There are metro stations nearby but we just wandered out most days on foot. The room was well kept and clean and there was a good coffee machine just outside the room. Staff on check in were really nice and we had a nice drink at the bar too. Excellent value for money.
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Jodi
25 Apr 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
It is really like staying in an apartment without a kitchen or living area. There is an outside access key and then the key to your room. The room was nice but REALLY small which didn’t really matter as we were out running around all day. The LOCATION is perfect!!!! If you like to walk you can walk to any of the local sites… Picasso museum, Park Guell, Casa Batllo…
It is really like staying in an apartment without a kitchen or living area. There is an outside access key and then the key to your room. The room was nice but REALLY small which didn’t really matter as we were out running around all day. The LOCATION is perfect!!!! If you like to walk you can walk to any of the local sites… Picasso museum, Park Guell, Casa Batllo…
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Dining
Breakfast gets positive comments, though it may be accessed via the sister property. Free coffee and water are widely appreciated, but one review notes no on-site breakfast option.
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Colin
12 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms are a bit sombre and dark but that's clear what they are going for - it's just not really to my taste, aesthetically. They are stylish though if you like that kinda thing. My shower was a bit chaotic! Biggest selling points to this place are the extremely helpful but laid back and friendly staff. They held on to my bag for me for free for several hours afterwards too. Thanks. I also loved that they had a tea and coffee station (with still and sparkling water too) which was free. It was great to be able to stumble out of your room at 7am and get a free coffee freshly made from a nespresso-type machine. I took advantage several times in a row! It's an excellent location and I would stay again.
The rooms are a bit sombre and dark but that's clear what they are going for - it's just not really to my taste, aesthetically. They are stylish though if you like that kinda thing. My shower was a bit chaotic! Biggest selling points to this place are the extremely helpful but laid back and friendly staff. They held on to my bag for me for free for several hours afterwards too. Thanks. I also loved that they had a tea and coffee station (with still and sparkling water too) which was free. It was great to be able to stumble out of your room at 7am and get a free coffee freshly made from a nespresso-type machine. I took advantage several times in a row! It's an excellent location and I would stay again.
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Jodi
14 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful at reception. Enjoyed the breakfast. Good location.
Very helpful at reception. Enjoyed the breakfast. Good location.
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Kelly
13 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff and breakfast are excellent but the hotel experience is confusing and exhausting.
The staff and breakfast are excellent but the hotel experience is confusing and exhausting.
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Simon
14 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
A great location, opposite the zoo and a good shopping street,and 15 minutes walk from the townhall square, only 2 minutes round the corner from another Chic and Basic property used for check in and b'fast, tea, coffee, and drinks. The room was indeed chic and basic, with nice high ceilings of an older property. The bed was very comfortable and bathroom adequate, with good hot water. Minor mentions (NOT moans): I'd have preferred a shelf in the shower to avoid needing to bend down for soap etc. a power socket near the desk (but you can use the TV socket) and a small fridge, but none of these would dter me from returning.
A great location, opposite the zoo and a good shopping street,and 15 minutes walk from the townhall square, only 2 minutes round the corner from another Chic and Basic property used for check in and b'fast, tea, coffee, and drinks. The room was indeed chic and basic, with nice high ceilings of an older property. The bed was very comfortable and bathroom adequate, with good hot water. Minor mentions (NOT moans): I'd have preferred a shelf in the shower to avoid needing to bend down for soap etc. a power socket near the desk (but you can use the TV socket) and a small fridge, but none of these would dter me from returning.
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shahla
13 Apr 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Rummet var lagom stor. Städning var bra. Nära allt. sängen var bekväma. Receptionen ligger på gatan bredvid inte i samma byggnad som hotellet är. jag saknade vattenkokare i rummet. ingen mini kylskåp i rummet. ingen möjlighet till att ha frukost på hotellet. Alltså hotellet består bara av några rum med badrummet ingenting annat. inte bra för familjer med barn.
Rummet var lagom stor. Städning var bra. Nära allt. sängen var bekväma. Receptionen ligger på gatan bredvid inte i samma byggnad som hotellet är. jag saknade vattenkokare i rummet. ingen mini kylskåp i rummet. ingen möjlighet till att ha frukost på hotellet. Alltså hotellet består bara av några rum med badrummet ingenting annat. inte bra för familjer med barn.
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Jin
8 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Free coffee and cookies are good
Free coffee and cookies are good
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Brigitta
21 Nov 2023
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Anni fa ho vissuto a Barcellona per vari mesi, conoscendo la città devo dire che consiglio davvero questo hotel, pulito, profumato, letto comodo, bel palazzo e posizione eccellente al Born, di fronte al Parc de la Ciutadella, a pochi minuti a piedi dal porto e dalla Barceloneta. Angolo con caffè nespresso, acqua e thè tutto gratuito e no limits fantastico. Camere economy non enormi ma funzionali, dotate di shampoo, sapone etc. e molto carine. Ci tornerò sicuramente!!!
Anni fa ho vissuto a Barcellona per vari mesi, conoscendo la città devo dire che consiglio davvero questo hotel, pulito, profumato, letto comodo, bel palazzo e posizione eccellente al Born, di fronte al Parc de la Ciutadella, a pochi minuti a piedi dal porto e dalla Barceloneta. Angolo con caffè nespresso, acqua e thè tutto gratuito e no limits fantastico. Camere economy non enormi ma funzionali, dotate di shampoo, sapone etc. e molto carine. Ci tornerò sicuramente!!!
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Patrick
18 Feb 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Perfect location in Born next to Parc de la Ciutadella. There are metro stations nearby but we just wandered out most days on foot. The room was well kept and clean and there was a good coffee machine just outside the room. Staff on check in were really nice and we had a nice drink at the bar too. Excellent value for money.
Perfect location in Born next to Parc de la Ciutadella. There are metro stations nearby but we just wandered out most days on foot. The room was well kept and clean and there was a good coffee machine just outside the room. Staff on check in were really nice and we had a nice drink at the bar too. Excellent value for money.
10
Emma Jo
24 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Much better than expected. Check in was easy and they looked after my luggage. Good location and water, juice beer and coffee complimenty. Clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Much better than expected. Check in was easy and they looked after my luggage. Good location and water, juice beer and coffee complimenty. Clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
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Svetlana
13 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient location. Friendly staff. Clean, spacious rooms with all necessary amenities. Delicious breakfast.
Convenient location. Friendly staff. Clean, spacious rooms with all necessary amenities. Delicious breakfast.
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Lizzy
8 Jul 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great room for a city break, has a communal area for tea and coffee. Walking distance to beach and city, close to bars and clubs area. Helpful check in and rooms cleaned. Minor improvements- a full length mirror in room and hooks to hang towels on would be good
Great room for a city break, has a communal area for tea and coffee. Walking distance to beach and city, close to bars and clubs area. Helpful check in and rooms cleaned. Minor improvements- a full length mirror in room and hooks to hang towels on would be good
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Burçin
1 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice location across the national park and very friendly stuff
Very nice location across the national park and very friendly stuff
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Stephane
25 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect for one night. Close to the port-beach.
Perfect for one night. Close to the port-beach.
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Lyndon
21 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Please only stay here if you have nowhere else to go. I had broken glass on my bed. The reception (which is another hotel around the corner) gave me the wrong room number. The room and the floor of the hotel itself is dark and unwelcoming. No space in the room for a workplace desk which I needed. Far too expensive.
Please only stay here if you have nowhere else to go. I had broken glass on my bed. The reception (which is another hotel around the corner) gave me the wrong room number. The room and the floor of the hotel itself is dark and unwelcoming. No space in the room for a workplace desk which I needed. Far too expensive.
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Luis
12 May 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything was great and location was perfect to walk to all the attractions.
Everything was great and location was perfect to walk to all the attractions.
FAQs about chic&basic Zoo
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 16 per person.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Downtown Barcelona, within a 15-minute walk of Barcelona Cathedral and Port de Barcelona. It is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from La Rambla and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Plaça de Catalunya.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not detailed.
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- 2026-10-29: 176.01016455058289USD
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- 2026-11-06: 202.08466163813782USD
- 2026-11-07: 196.52797627981568USD
- 2026-11-08: 139.64541282435607USD
- 2026-11-09: 124.25956140789032USD
- 2026-11-10: 139.54549132302094USD
- 2026-11-11: 129.28212692746735USD
- 2026-11-12: 134.33988268440248USD
- 2026-11-13: 160.16322455358886USD
- 2026-11-14: 160.0301639129486USD
- 2026-11-15: 129.39152172065735USD
- 2026-11-16: 129.39152172065735USD
- 2026-11-17: 124.25956140789032USD
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- 2026-11-19: 123.44422385855103USD
- 2026-11-20: 154.02218483641053USD
- 2026-11-21: 155.03127293191528USD
- 2026-11-22: 119.03278126564027USD
- 2026-11-23: 108.87370999142456USD
- 2026-11-24: 113.99564078235626USD
- 2026-11-25: 113.99564078235626USD
There is no front desk at this property. Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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
- 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.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- 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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