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The hotel is situated on Gran Via - this is a large street that runs from Plaza Universitat to Plaça España. It may not be the perfect location for those looking for a relaxing beach holiday. However, those who are interested in a cosmopolitan city break are sure to enjoy the wide street, lined with bars, shops and restaurants.

Hotel Facilities

There is no fitness centre in the hotel. However, there is a pool on the terrace at the eighth floor. The pool is unheated, but it is open all year round. It is a small pool and is surrounded by sun loungers, tables and chairs in an area covered in wooden decking.

There is no restaurant. However, the 'Soho Lounge' on the first floor serves a breakfast buffet. After the breakfast period, the lounge area offers snack food such as sandwiches and salads.

No pets are allowed in the hotel.

Business Facilities

There are no business or meeting facilities in the hotel. However, Wi-Fi is available throughout the building at no extra cost. There is also a basement business centre. This includes two computers with free internet access, a television, a sofa and some desks.

Facilities for People with a disability

There are two rooms in the hotel that have been adapted for wheelchair access. They have widened doors and a special bath. There are lifts to all floors.

Rooms

The small park overlooked by the rear of the hotel

There are a total of 51 rooms in the hotel, over 6 floors. All rooms are doubles, however, it is possible to add an extra bed in the room at a cost. It is also possible to add a cot to the room at no extra cost. Three categories of rooms are available: Soho Room, Urban Room and Terrace Room. There are four terrace rooms in total. These are 33 metres squared in size and they include a terrace. The Urban Rooms are the same as the Soho Rooms, however, they are at the corners of the building at the exterior.

All rooms contain air-conditioning, a television with satellite, mini-bar, a safe and a radio.

Those looking for quiet rooms should request those at the back of the building, overlooking a small park.

Hotel Location and Facilities

Escriba

Firstly, it is essential to mention that Soho Hotel is located directly opposite one of Barcelona's most delicious patisseries - Escriba. Its beautiful tiled exterior hides a treasure trove for cake lovers. Glass cabinets encase intricate cakes that are like works of art. There is also a small café for those who can't wait until they get home to eat their purchases. And, a workshop style area where bespoke cakes are made is available for customers to watch the company's original and playful cakes being made.

Soho Hotel is located on the main road, Gran Via. This road links Plaza de la Universitat to Plaça España. Plaça España is home to the Fira de Barcelona. This is one of Barcelona's largest conference and convention centres. On regular occasions, it holds high-profile international conferences. Soho Hotel is particularly well placed for those wishing to attend events at the Fira de Barcelona. It is a ten-minute walk, straight down Gran Via Cortes Catalanes, to the centre.

Those who wish to come to Barcelona in search of touristic action will also find Soho Hotel well placed. The Plaza de la Universitat, a ten-minute walk from the hotel, leads to two interesting areas - Plaça de Catalunya (at the top of the Ramblas) and Raval. The Ramblas is one of Barcelona's most famous locations and is an interesting place to people watch, take in the street entertainers and pick up some souvenirs. Those looking for a less touristy Spanish experience can head to Raval. This area is known for its interesting bars, independent shops and eclectic restaurants. Meson David, on Calle Carretes, is known for its atmosphere and its affordable local cuisine.

Those in search of a shopping trip will be within 15 minutes walk of Passeig de Gràcia. This is the home of many of the designer shops. It is also where fans of design can find Vinçon - a large department store for all things design, where affordable purchases can be made.

How to travel from the airport to the hotel

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 in 25 minutes. You can either use the T-Casual transport ticket from the airport. The T-Casual ticket gives you 10 separate journeys on Barcelona public transport system or you can buy a single fare train ticket. You then change at Passeig de Gràcia onto the Yellow Line metro and travel one stop to Urquinaona and then change onto the Red Line and travel to Urgell. Your hotel is then 5 minutes walk from the metro.

T-Casual Ticket: €11.35

RENFE Train Ticket Prices
Single ticket: €4.60

Via Bus: Take the 'Aerobus' to Plaça 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 15 minutes walk from Plaça de Catalunya, or 5 minutes in a taxi. Alternatively, you can catch the metro on the Red Line from Plaça de Catalunya to Urgell, from where Soho Hotel is less than a 5 minute walk and is on the same road as Urgell metro station.

Car parks near Soho Hotel Barcelona

In a nutshell

Soho Hotel Barcelona is a knowingly stylish hotel - it offers intricately designed modern surroundings at affordable prices. Those in search of sunshine will enjoy the roof-top terrace, although those looking for an all-out beach holiday should choose a location closer to the beach.

Soho Hotel
Gran Via de Les Corts Catalanes, 543-545
08011 Barcelona, España.

HB-004412

Metro: Urgell (Red Line, L1)