Review: Hotel Lleo Barcelona
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| Hotel Lleo Barcelona |
There is something charming about Hotel Lleo, maybe it's the beautiful façade, or the simple reception or the affable manager. The hotel is right in the centre of the city on a bustling shopping street linking Plaça de Catalunya and Plaça Universitat. The lounges have shiny marble floors and oddly, palm trees and plants which doesn't sound very tasteful, but this hotel gets away with it. In fact the design must be liked because the manager told me that several other hotels had copied their decorations.
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Hotel Facilities
The plant theme continues into the light and airy breakfast buffet room which is lit by two huge skylights and has a clean rustic feel. Behind the reception is a large comfy lounge area where there is a piano for live music in the evenings and a small business centre with a computer for internet. This is also where you will find the palm trees. There is also a display of items for sale in the lounge. Ask at the reception for use of the Wi-Fi.
Business Facilities
Hotel Lleo has 3 function rooms which can be set out in 3 different ways, and again have marble and plants as their theme. The rooms can hold from 20 to 160 people. Guests are also able to make use of the hotel's offices and equipment, such as faxes, photocopiers and computers.
Rooms
The 80 rooms are decorated in light, neutral colours. They all have air-conditioning and heating, piped music and a small satellite TV. There is also a mini-bar, a direct phone line, safe and the bathrooms have hair dryers.
Hotel Location and Facilities
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| Exterior of Hotel Lleo |
Calle Pelai is a wonderful street for shopping, especially if you happen to be interested in shoes. The street is busy and connects Plaça de Catalunya which is the heart of the city, to Plaça Universitat. There is a cash point attached to the hotel on the left out the door. If you are after a bit of culture then 10 minutes walk away on Passeig de Gràcia are Gaudí's masterpieces La Pedrera and Casa Batlló . Or wander down Las Ramblas to have a look at the street performers. The area known as the Raval is right behind the hotel and has some lovely cafes and restaurants. El Raval is also home to the MACBA which is the museum of modern art and is a 5 minute walk away. If you need supplies then head to Las Ramblas where there is a large Carrefour Express supermarket which has food and toiletries. There is a pharmacy on Plaça Universitat. Also if you just can't tear yourself away then there is a Starbucks right opposite the hotel.
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How to travel from the airport to the hotel
Booking your airport transport in advance onlineWith a private transfer service the driver will be waiting for you at the designated meeting point given to you on the booking voucher. The driver will help you with your bags to the vehicle and then drive you to your hotel. Private transfers are independent of the the public transport system. This means if there is a public transport strike these services will continue to operate.
Public transport transfer options
Via Taxi A taxi from the airport should take about 25 minutes.
Taxi Fare: €30.00 - €40.00
Via Train The RENFE train leaves the airport every half an hour and will take you to Passeig de Gràcia station, in about 30 minutes. The hotel is a 10 minute walk from the station.
RENFE Train Ticket Prices
Single ticket: €4.60
Via Bus The Aerobus will also take you from the Airport to Catalunya station. The journey time is around 30 minutes. You have a 3 minute walk to the Hotel Lleo from the station.
Aerobus Ticket Prices
Single ticket: €6.75
Car parks near Hotel Lleo Barcelona
| Car Park Name | Address | Approximate Walking Distance to Car Park in Meters |
|---|---|---|
| NN Bonsuccés | Plaça del Bonsuccés, 7 | 400 m |
| SABA Plaça de Catalunya | Carrer de Rivadeneyra, 1 | 400 m |
| SABA BAMSA Rambla Catalunya | Rambla Catalunya, 15 | 500 m |
| SABA BAMSA Plaça dels Àngels | Carrer dels Angels, 1 | 600 m |
In a nutshell
A quirky but charming little hotel in the centre of town. Perfect for a weekends stay of sight-seeing and shopping. Also worth noting that this hotel is a heck of a lot cheaper than most hotels for this area.
Lleo
Carrer Pelai, 22-26
08001 Barcelona, España.
HB-000088
Metro: Plaça Universitat (Red Line, L1) and Plaça de Catalunya (Green Line, L3) both 3 mins