Review NH Podium Hotel Barcelona
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Hotel Facilities
Corella is the name of the hotel's restaurant which serves a menu del dia. There is also a tasting menu on offer. In the lobby area there is a lounge with a TV, a bar and a piano for the live music in the evenings. In the summer the hotel also has an outdoor terrace café. The hotel has an on site car park, and there are facilities for people with a disability. There is a small out door swimming pool on the terrace as well as a sauna, and a small gym. The hotel has a laundry service and a dry cleaning service and baby-sitting can be arranged. The reception can also help you with car rental.
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Business Facilities
The NH Podium Hotel Barcelona business centre has a fax, photocopier and PC for the guests. There are 8 meeting rooms on offer all of which can be adapted into different combinations of room and size. The capacity goes from 10 people to 300 and the rooms are fully equipped with audiovisual resources.
Rooms
The NH Podium Hotel Barcelona has 145 rooms which includes 5 junior suites. The rooms feature a direct telephone line, satellite TV with Canal + and pay per view films, and video games. There is internet access and a mini-bar. The rooms are air-conditioned and the bathroom has a hair dryer and a toiletries kit. Guests also get a choice of pillow and the benefit of an early risers breakfast.
Hotel Location and Facilities
The NH Podium hotel is located in a quiet residential area, however it is close to Via Laietana and Urquinaona which is in the centre of Barcelona and full of facilities such as banks, cafes and restaurants, pharmacies and shops.
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| Area near hotel Podium Barcelona | Arc de Triomf monument near the NH Podium Hotel |
The nearest metro stop is Arc de Triomf and is a short walk away. However you can easily walk into the centre of Barcelona in about 10 minutes.
The hotel also has the benefit of being close to the Palau de La Musica and also the Parc Ciutadella which is a beautiful place to wile away a sunny afternoon.
How to travel from the airport to the hotel
Booking your airport transport in advance onlineThe advanced booking transfers below are independent of the the public transport system. This means if there is a public transport strike these services will continue to operate as normal and you will not be affected by the strike action.
Bus shared transfer from BCN Airport to designated drop off points
Price Single: €11.25
Price Return: €22.50
Book at least 48 hours in advance.
This service is the cheapest of the bus transport services from Barcelona airport to the city centre.
You would need to make your way to a meeting point at Barcelona airport. This service drops you off at designated drop off points. You would then need to make your own way to your hotel from there.
This service needs to be booked at least 48 hours before you need it but preferably a week before you need it. It is best to book early to ensure availability especially during peak tourist seasons from April to September.
Click here to book bus transport from Barcelona Airport to / from Barcelona city centre.
Bus shared transfer from BCN Airport (Door to Door Service)
Price Single: €15.00
Price Return: €30.00
Book at least 48 hours in advance.
Unlike the previous, cheaper bus service that drops you off at designated points in the city centre this bus service takes you directly to your hotel and is therefore a more comfortable and convenient service especially if you are new to the city or don’t want to lug your bags around the city centre.
This service needs to be booked at least 48 hours in advance but preferably a week or two before you need the service to ensure availability.
Click here to book bus transport from Barcelona Airport to / from your accommodation.
Private transfer from BCN Airport
Price Single: €44.00
Price Return: €88.00
Book at least 48 hours in advance.
With a private transfer service the driver will be waiting for you at the designated meeting point given to you on the booking voucher. You will be travelling in one of the following car types (or similar): Volkswagen Passat, Skoda Superb, Citroen C5 or Peugeot 407. The driver will help you with your bags to the vehicle and then drive you to your hotel.
This service needs to be booked at least 48 hours in advance but preferably a week or two before you need the service to ensure availability.
Click here to book your private transport from Barcelona Airport to/from your accommodation.
Business class private transfer from BCN Airport
Price Single: €67.30
Price Return: €134.60
Book at least 48 hours in advance.
This is the highest quality private transport service specifically for people wanting a business-class quality service. This service is more expensive than the other transfer services however you will be travelling in a higher quality vehicle than a regular private transfer. Mercedes vehicles are used and will be one of the following: Mercedes E Class, Minivan Mercedes and V Class Mercedes depending on the number of people in your group. The driver will be dressed appropriately for a business environment - dark suit and white shirt and will assist you with your luggage. The pickup point at the airport is specified on your booking voucher. This service is suitable for business clients, VIP pick ups or if you have a special occasion.
This service needs to be booked at least 48 hours in advance but preferably a week or two before you need the service to ensure availability.
Public transport transfer options
Via Taxi A taxi from the airport should take about 25 minutes.
Taxi Fare: €30.00 - €35.00
Via Train The RENFE train leaves the airport every half an hour and will take you to Passeig de Gràcia station, in about 25 minutes. From here you need to change for the purple line metro to Tetuan. The hotel is then 8 minutes walk from the metro.
RENFE Train Ticket Prices
Single ticket: €4.20
Via Bus The Aerobus will also take you from the Airport to Catalunya station. The journey time is around 30 minutes. From Catalunya you need to take the red line 
Metro to Arc De Triomf and from here you have a 5 minute walk to your hotel.
Aerobus Ticket Prices
Single ticket: €5.90
Car parks near NH Podium Hotel Barcelona
| Car Park Name | Address | Approximate Walking Distance to Car Park in Meters |
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| PROMOPARC Ali Bei | Carrer d'Alí Bei, 25 | 100 m |
| SABA Lluís Companys | Passeig Lluís Companys, 19 | 250 m |
| BSM Estació Barcelona-Nord | Carrer d´Alí Bei, 54 | 550 m |
| SABA Plaça Urquinaona | Plaça d'Urquinaona | 600 m |
In a nutshell
The NH Podium Hotel Barcelona is a modern hotel lit up by the contemporary art collection. Located in a quiet area this hotel is suitable for those who want to central but don't want the noise and crowds.
NH Podium Hotel
Carrer Bailen, 4-6
Barcelona, España.
HB-003985
Metro: Arc de Triomf (Red Line, L1) 5 mins