Review Ciutat Hotel Barcelona
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| Reservation Information For The Ciutat Hotel |
Hotel Ciutat Barcelona is located on a lively street at the centre of the district of El Born. It is well suited to the area, which is popular for its stylish bars, small art galleries and boutique shops. The hotel's style is modern but subtle - the lobby area uses maroons and creams, with leather couches, large vases and a slick black front desk.
It offers an impressive selection of amenities that are not often found in 3 Star hotels - a rooftop terrace with a small swimming pool, free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel plus internet corner and a high-standard Japanese restaurant on its premises. All of this comes at the price of being slightly outside of Barcelona's touristic centre. However, this may appeal to those who are return visitors to the city and are more interested in staying in an attractive and cosmopolitan area than in being close to the sights.
Hotel Facilities:
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| The roof-top pool |
Hotel Ciutat Barcelona offers a roof-top terrace on its 6th floor. The area is L-shaped and provides tables and chairs along one side and a pool with loungers along the other. The pool is very small - approximately 5 metres in length by 3 metres in width. It is unheated, however, it is open all year round, from 09:00 - 21:00. A wall overlooks the pool displaying an exotic mural of lizards and butterflies. The whole area offers impressive views of the city of Barcelona across its varied rooftops and forest of aerials.
There is no gym in the hotel. There is also no bar.
The hotel's restaurant is next-door's El Japonese. The restaurant is on the lower ground floor, with large windows allowing light to stream onto its large wooden tables. A continental buffet breakfast is served in this area at an additional price of €10.70. Breakfast is served from 07:00 - 11:00 (helpfully late for those who like a lie-in!). There is also a 'Menu del Dia' available at lunchtime (13:00-16:00) for €12.00 - this comprises three courses plus a drink and offers options such as sushi and ramen noodles. The dinner menu is a la carte and, similar to lunch, it offers strictly Japanese style food.
Business Facilities:
There are no meeting or conference rooms in the hotel. However, there is a small internet corner with three computers available. They offer both internet and Photoshop free of charge. There is also free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
Facilities for the Disabled:
There is a room that has been adapted for wheelchair use on each floor of the hotel - 5 in total. Each of these rooms had widened doors and a special shower fitted. There are lifts to all floors. Unfortunately, the hotel pool does not have a special lift for wheelchair users.
Rooms:
There are a total of 78 rooms in the hotel across 5 floors. All rooms are either single or double and there is one Suite on offer, with a double bed. There are no options for families with children. Rooms on offer are both street-facing and interior. The street-facing rooms do not have balconies, however, they will provide views of an attractive street.
The windows are double-glazed, however, the hotel is located on a street housing numerous bars and restaurants. Therefore, those who are hoping for a very peaceful night's sleep should request an interior room.
The rooms on the fifth floor of the hotel are smoking. The rest of the building is non-smoking.
Check-in time at the hotel is 15:00 and check-out time is 14:00.
There is the option for short stay rooms in the hotel. This is subject to availability and the rates are 60-70% of the normal room rates.
Each room provides a television, air-conditioning, sound-proofing and ADSL
Hotel Location and Facilities:
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| The Picasso Museum |
Hotel Ciutat Barcelona is located on a street that runs through the heart of the El Born district. This is an area that is part of Barcelona's old town and probably its most classy. It is popular amongst both tourists and locals, due to its interesting restaurants, small and pretty streets and boutique shops.
The area is also home to numerous museums and art galleries. One of the most popular museums is the Museu de Xocolat (Museum of Chocolate), for obvious reasons! The Picasso Museum is also in the area. Its long queues at weekends are testament to its popularity.
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| The Xampanyet |
Hotel Ciutat Barcelona is located within 5 minutes walk of one of Barcelona's most popular tapas bars. In an area that is full of modern bars and restaurants, El Xampanyet is refreshingly traditional. It will be necessary to be confident and persistent to find a place at the bar or at one of its few tables. However, it famous house anchovies, cava and sundried tomatoes are worth the trouble.
The hotel is a 10-minute walk from the legendary Las Ramblas. It is easy to find as it is simply necessary to walk straight down Carrer de a Princessa, and carry straight on, past the government buildings and you will find yourself on the centre of the Ramblas. Here you will find, many of your necessary amenities, such as banks, supermarkets, internet cafés and pharmacies.
How to travel from the airport to the hotel
Private transfer service - Barcelona airport to your hotel or hotel to Barcelona airportIf you don't speak Spanish and you are unfamiliar with Barcelona booking a private airport transfer is a good option to consider. Once booked, you will have someone waiting to meet you at Barcelona airport to take you to your hotel. They will be holding a sign with your name on it. You need to book this service online before you leave by following the links below.
Private airport transfer service
Mini Van Shuttle Transfer To And From Barcelona Airport
If you wish to reserve a shared mini-van transfer from Barcelona Airport to your hotel or vice versa click on the link below. Note that this service is not a private service for you own group but the mini van will be shared with other passengers.
Shared minivan transfer from Barcelona Airport to hotel or hotel to Barcelona Airport
Public transport transfer options
Via Taxi: A taxi from the airport should take about 25 minutes and cost around €25.00 - €30.00 depending on traffic and luggage.
Via Train: The RENFE train leaves the airport every half an hour and will take you to Estacio de Franca in about 35 minutes. A single ticket costs €3.60. The hotel is about 10 minutes walk from the station. Alternatively, you can take a taxi from the train station if you have lots of luggage. This will take about 10 minutes and cost about €8.00 - €10.00.
Via Bus: Take the 'Aerobus ' to Plaza de Catalunya from directly outside the airport. The Aerobus generally runs every 10- 15 minutes and the journey time is 30 minutes. The hotel is 25 minutes walk from Plaza de Catalunya, or 15 minutes in a taxi that will cost about €10.00 - €12.00. Alternatively, you can catch the Metro from Catalunya to Jaume I, from where Ciutat Barcelona is a 5 minute walk. It will be necessary to catch the Red line to Urquinaona and then the Yellow line to Jaume I.
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In a Nutshell:
Hotel Ciutat Barcelona is a classically cool hotel in a classically cool area. With a rooftop pool thrown in for good measure! A reasonable walk from some of the city's main tourist attractions, it may not be the first choice for those planning a busy sightseeing schedule. However it is a great find for those wishing to relax in the city.
Hotel Ciutat Barcelona - 3 Star
Carrer de la Princesa, 35
08003 Barcelona, España
Metro: Jaume I (Yellow Line, L4)
