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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS BARCELONA CITY 22@ BY IHG, Barcelona – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Pallars 203,
Barcelona,
Spain,
08005,
Catalonia
Rooms & Amenities
The Holiday Inn Express Barcelona City 22@ offers bright, colorful guest rooms with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs with international channels, and tea/coffee facilities. Rooms include bedside outlets, a plush duvet, and a choice of pillows. Some rooms feature sofa beds, accommodating up to 2 adults and 2 children. The private bathrooms come with hairdryers, and rooms are equipped with air conditioning, safes, and parquet floors.
Dining & Breakfast
Guests start the day with the free Express Start Breakfast buffet, featuring continental items. The hotel’s Express Bar serves drinks, while nearby Carrer de Tànger and Carrer de Badajoz offer authentic Catalan tapas bars. For quick bites, the 24-hour café in the lobby is available.
Location & Transport
The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Llacuna Metro Station and 3.5 km from Passeig de Gràcia. Nearby attractions include Sagrada Familia (2.5 km), Park Güell, and Barceloneta Beach. The Ronda del Litoral provides quick access to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (20-minute drive). Diagonal Mar mall is a 10-minute taxi ride away.
Business & Events
A 24-hour Business Centre includes a meeting room for up to 30 people, with a printer, copier, and scanner. Free high-speed WiFi is available throughout. The CCIB convention center is a 10-minute drive away.
Accessibility & Services
The hotel has ADA-compliant elevators, wheelchair-accessible rooms, and visual alarms for hearing-impaired guests. Services include daily housekeeping, currency exchange, and laundry. Self-parking is available for €25/day. Staff speak English, French, Italian, and Spanish.
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EUR 20 per day
Baggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage
Elevator
Vending machines
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Housekeeping
Car rental
Dining
Bar/ Lounge area
Business
Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
Pallars 203,
Barcelona,
Spain,
08005,
Catalonia
Map view
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Pallars 203,
Barcelona,
Spain,
08005,
Catalonia
City landmarks
Church
Basilica of the Sagrada Familia
1.5
mi
Passeig de Gracia
Casa Batllo
1.8
mi
Historic Site
Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau
1.4
mi
Square
Placa de Catalunya
1.8
mi
Monuments and Landmarks
Arc de Triomf Metro
1.3
mi
Church
Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar
1.5
mi
Parks
Parc Guell
2.5
mi
Museums
Picasso Museum
1.4
mi
Pl. de les Glories
Agbar Tower
3600 ft
Parks
Ciutadella | Vila Olimpica Metro
1.3
mi
Passeig de Gracia
Casa Mila
1.9
mi
Market
Mercado de La Boqueria
1.9
mi
Museums
Design Museum of Barcelona
2900 ft
L'Auditori. Lepant
Museu de la Musica
3700 ft
Cemetery
Poblenou Cemetery
2500 ft
3-5 Carrer Nou de la Rambla
Guell Palace
2.0
mi
Church
Barcelona Cathedral
1.6
mi
Mall
Passeig de Gracia shops
1.9
mi
Aquarium
Aquarium Barcelona
1.8
mi
Zoo
Humboldt Penguins
1.4
mi
Events
Palau de la Musica Catalana
1.5
mi
Mediterranean Seafront to Ronda de Sant Pere
Gothic Quarter
1.7
mi
Parks
Parc del Centre del Poblenou
2500 ft
Harbor
Port Olimpic
1.3
mi
C/ Comerc
Chocolate Museum
1.3
mi
Museums
European Museum of Modern Art
1.5
mi
102 Rambla del Poblenou
Rambla del Poblenou
2500 ft
Nearby
Museums
Can Framis Museum
1800 ft
Calle Maria Aguilo 74 Poblenou
En construccio
1700 ft
Restaurants
Little Fern
600 ft
168 Carrer de Pere IV
Sal i Pebre
700 ft
C Pere IV 148 baixos
Bar Llacuna
700 ft
Carrer de Llacuna
Sundown
700 ft
Rambla Del Poblenou
A La Turca
800 ft
Rambla Del Poblenou
Super Coffee & Food Store
1000 ft
Carrer De Roc Boronat 102
Boheme Cafeteria
1000 ft
Rambla del Poblenou
Bar La Tasqueta de Can Felipa
900 ft
Pallars
Tierra del Fuego
1300 ft
Carrer Venero 18
IBU Street Burger
900 ft
Carrer de Pallars 232/236
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
84%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Limited dining options
Issues with breakfast labeling
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
7.3
Location
8.3
Service
8.0
Dining
6.6
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 17 reviews
3.5/5
based on 1912 reviews
8.3
8.3/10 based on 9295 reviews
#327 of 548 hotels in Barcelona based on Tripadvisor
Edward
United Kingdom,
April
2024
6.6/10
The hotel is located in a nice neighborhood not far from the center, offering basic and comfortable rooms typical of Holiday Inn Express. However, the lack of a refrigerator can be inconvenient, making trips to the vending machines necessary. The service is friendly and helpful, despite some issues with breakfast labeling. The proximity to beaches and Ciutadella park is a major plus, while the dining setup is canteen-style with basic offerings. The hotel facilities are decent, making it a good choice for sightseeing and beach visits.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are basic and comfortable, typical of Holiday Inn Express.
Service
6.0
The service was friendly, although there were issues with breakfast labeling.
Location
8.0
The hotel is in a nice neighborhood not far from the center, great for beach access and visits to Ciutadella park.
Dining
5.0
The dining area offers canteen-style basic options, suitable for light meals.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers decent facilities for a comfortable stay.
Great location
Limited dining options
John
United Kingdom,
April
2024
5.4/10
The room was uncomfortably hot, possibly due to recent changes, making it inconvenient for rest especially at night when other guests return. The reception staff were helpful during an emergency and in providing tourist advice, although they seemed to restrict access to cleaning staff for unknown reasons. The location offers peace and quiet with easy access to a lovely shopping street and a supermarket nearby, albeit sometimes feeling overcrowded. Dining could be better with watered-down juice and cold pastries served, despite some local dishes available. The hotel lacked proper facilities to enhance the stay fully.
Rooms
5.0
The room felt excessively hot, possibly due to recent changes, which can be inconvenient during the night.
Service
7.0
The reception staff were accommodating during an emergency and provided helpful tourist advice.
Location
8.0
The location offers peace and quiet, with convenient access to a nearby shopping street and supermarket, although it can feel crowded at times.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience featured some local dishes, but drinks and pastries were subpar.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel lacked adequate facilities to enhance the overall stay.
Quiet Location
Poor Dining Options
Jacob
United States of America,
March
2024
7.2/10
My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The rooms were spacious and clean, although not entirely soundproof. The location was convenient with various amenities nearby, making it good for a longer stay. However, it wasn't as centrally located. The hotel offered almost all the amenities I needed for a comfortable visit.
Rooms
8.0
The room I stayed in was clean and spacious, perfect for a family. However, it wasn't soundproof from hallway noises.
Service
7.0
The service was excellent overall, with friendly staff and helpful service. However, cleaning in the neighboring rooms could be heard quite early in the morning, which was a bit disruptive.
Location
9.0
The location was ideal, being close to a metro station and surrounded by nice shops, bars, and restaurants. The area was family-friendly and not too busy, offering a quiet stay.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were limited in variety and the quality of ingredients used was not the best. It was okay for a simple start to the day, but not exceptional.
Facilities
The hotel facilities were adequate, but nothing extraordinary. It provided the basics for a comfortable stay.
Mark
United Kingdom,
March
2024
7.2/10
The hotel is located close to the Poblenou beach, offering convenient access to shops and restaurants in a laid-back area of Barcelona. The rooms are quite spacious and comfortable, but noise from the neighboring elevator and lack of soundproofing can be bothersome. The service is excellent, with attentive staff despite some oversight in recognizing group travelers. The dining options are somewhat basic, not quite reaching the usual standard, but there are good alternatives available. Overall, a decent stay with some minor drawbacks.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were decent size for Europe and good enough to fit us all. However, noise from the neighboring elevator and lack of soundproofing were notable issues.
Service
8.0
The service was very pleasant and accommodating, but there was some unawareness about our group travel.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is convenient, close to public transport, shops, and restaurants, making it suitable for tourists exploring Barcelona. However, it is not within walking distance of the main attractions.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience offered basic options, not quite meeting the usual standard expected, though there were good alternatives available.
Facilities
7.0
Jean
United States of America,
February
2024
8.2/10
The hotel is located near the sea and close to a metro station, making it convenient for exploring Barcelona and for transit to and from the airport via public transport. The rooms, although comfortable and clean, are not soundproof, which can lead to noise disturbances from the hallway. The service provided, especially at the reception desk, was exceptionally friendly and helpful. The dining options exceeded expectations with fantastic service and selection.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were comfortable and clean but not soundproof, which could lead to unwanted noise from the hallway.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptionally friendly and helpful, especially at the reception desk.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is good, near the sea, metro station, and a shopping center, making it convenient for travel.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was fantastic with multiple options provided and great service.
Facilities
8.0
Guests enjoyed access to various facilities but some experienced issues with nearby amenities during their stay.
John
United Kingdom,
January
2024
7.8/10
The hotel is ideally located near the beach, making it perfect for families looking to avoid the bustle of La Rambla. The rooms were clean and fulfilled our needs for the price paid. The service was friendly, professional, and went above expectations. The location, although slightly confusing, is close to everything you might want to visit. The dining options were varied, though could get repetitive. The hotel facilities were well-maintained and adequate for a short vacation.
Rooms
8.0
The room we stayed in was clean and suitable for our needs. Perfect for families due to its proximity to the beach and easy access to the metro.
Service
9.0
The front desk staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and professional, making our stay even more enjoyable.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location is slightly confusing but convenient, being near a supermarket and children's playground. It is also quite close to the center, making it easy to reach various attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining options provided a wide variety of choices, although they could become repetitive after a few days.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were well-maintained, providing everything we needed during our stay.
Sean
United Kingdom,
November
2023
8.2/10
The hotel offers clean and nice rooms, with friendly and helpful service. Its superb location near the beach and the array of restaurants and shops around make it a convenient choice. The dining experience can be crowded during peak times, but the value for money is decent.
Rooms
8.0
The standard hotel rooms are clean and nice.
Service
9.0
The staff were always helpful and smiling, especially when we practiced a few Catalonian phrases. They paid attention to minute details important for tourists.
Location
9.0
The location is great, near the beach with various dining options and shops.
Dining
7.0
The dining area can get busy, especially on weekends, but the quality is good for a buffet breakfast.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel amenities are decent with everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Frederick
United Kingdom,
November
2023
7.0/10
The hotel is conveniently located near the city center and main attractions of Barcelona, within walking distance to an underground station. The standard breakfast is satisfactory. The rooms are a bit cramped and noisy due to the street-facing windows, lack of insulation, and common doors with neighboring rooms, which can be inconvenient. However, the proximity to the beach and local amenities is a plus.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were a little crowded and noisy due to street-facing windows and shared doors with neighboring rooms.
Service
6.0
The effort put into cleanliness during breakfast and housekeeping services was noticeable, though there were issues with room preparation and breakfast buffet labeling. The staff seemed accommodating despite challenges.
Location
8.0
The hotel is situated in a very good area, close enough to the city center that a taxi ride is affordable. It's also conveniently located near the beach and public transport.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offers a decent buffet with fresh food options, although there were occasional labeling issues with the breakfast buffet selection. However, the quality of dining was varied.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate, offering a good choice of foods, though some aspects were lacking, such as room amenities like refrigerators.
Eddie
United Kingdom,
November
2023
6.6/10
My stay had its ups and downs. The hotel's location is really convenient, close to public transport and not far from the beach. However, the room I got was a letdown with its small size and noise issues, making it hard to get a good night's sleep.
Rooms
5.0
The room was small and noisy, right next to the elevators. It was clean but not very comfortable due to the noise from neighboring rooms.
Service
8.0
The service after requesting a room change was great. The staff were friendly and helpful, especially for families traveling with children.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was good, near public transport links and not too far from the beach. However, the safety aspect seemed questionable.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was average, especially during peak times when queues were long. The breakfast was okay for a quick morning bite.
Facilities
7.0
clean
noisy rooms
Peter
United Kingdom,
October
2023
8.8/10
The hotel rooms were comfortable and very spacious for two people, though it could have been a little tight for a family of four. The service was exceptional, with very helpful and friendly staff. The location was fantastic, close to public transport and with a nice selection of breakfast choices. The dining experience was good with a decent dining hall, though it could have had a more local touch at times. Overall, a great value for money stay.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were comfortable and very spacious for two people.
Service
9.0
The service was really great, with very helpful and friendly staff.
Location
10.0
The location was excellent, close to public transport with a nice selection of breakfast choices.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good with a decent dining hall.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had nice facilities.
Ivor
United Kingdom,
October
2023
7.8/10
The hotel is conveniently located near the metro station with friendly staff and spacious, comfortable rooms. However, the lack of soundproofing and limited space for three guests in the room could be improved.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very spacious and comfortable, but not soundproof, and the sofa bed took up much space.
Service
7.0
The staff were attentive but misplaced labels at the breakfast buffet were a slight inconvenience.
Location
9.0
The hotel is well-located near the metro station and has helpful reception staff.
Dining
7.0
The buffet offered plenty of fresh food, but the crowded dining area required some waiting.
Facilities
8.0
The safety deposit box at reception was a convenient feature.
Ernie
United Kingdom,
August
2023
8.0/10
The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms at a reasonable price with powerful air conditioning. The location is great, a short walk to the metro station and close to various dining options. The service is friendly and very accommodating, making the stay pleasant overall.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms, although pretty small, were clean and comfortable. The bungee-lift elevator adds a fun touch, but the carton-walls may be disruptive at times.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with staff being very friendly and helpful. Check-in and check-out were fast, and the room was kept clean throughout my stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is convenient, just a few minutes' walk from the metro station and a short distance from various attractions and dining spots.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was okay, but breakfast could be more consistent and varied. The hotel could improve the menu options for a better dining experience.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities that serve the purpose for a comfortable stay. It would be great if they could enhance the dining options for a more satisfying experience.
Joe
United Kingdom,
May
2023
8.0/10
The hotel is conveniently located near the yellow line subway, Rambla Poblenou, great restaurants, the beach, and Llacuna Metro Station. While a bit away from the main tourist spots, it's still easily accessible. The rooms are clean and spacious, equipped with a rare kettle for tea and coffee. The service is outstanding, with attentive staff and useful details for tourists readily available. The dining options are varied, although it can get busy during peak hours. Overall, a good value for money hotel with clean rooms and a solid breakfast.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, spacious, and equipped with a kettle for tea and coffee - a rare find in Spanish hotels.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent with attentive staff and helpful details for tourists available.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located near the yellow line subway, Rambla Poblenou, great restaurants, the beach, and Llacuna Metro Station.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were varied, but it can get busy during peak hours.
Facilities
8.0
Good facilities available, including car hire and housekeeping services.
Jean
United States of America,
May
2023
7.0/10
Although the room was really small, it was comfortable and had an air conditioner. The window faced a noisy lateral street with poor insulation between the glass and frame. The service was great, with proper room cleaning and helpful directions provided, although a reminder was needed for the second bed at the reception desk. The location was near the famous 'Ramblas' and offered a welcome break from the city's hustle and bustle. The dining experience was okay, with acceptable continental options relevant to the hotel's class. Overall, a decent hotel for a short stay in a quiet, working-class neighborhood.
Rooms
7.0
The room, although small, was comfortable and equipped with an air conditioner.
Service
8.0
The service was great, including proper room cleaning and helpful directions, though a reminder was needed for the second bed at the reception desk.
Location
7.0
The hotel is in a quiet, working-class neighborhood close to lovely restaurants, offering a break from the city's bustle.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was acceptable with a continental breakfast relevant to this hotel class.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent for a short stay.
Jacob
United States of America,
May
2023
8.4/10
The hotel was a comfortable and convenient spot near the city center with easy access to the metro. It provided a lovely setting away from the hustle and bustle, especially with La Rambla nearby for a relaxing evening. However, the rooms could have been more spacious and offered more storage. The location was ideal for families with young children, close to the sea, metro, shopping center, and plenty of eateries, offering great value. The dining options were varied, catering even to gluten-free needs, although a separate toaster would have been appreciated.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms, although not the most spacious I'd seen, were comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service provided by the staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Location
9.0
The location was great, near the sea, metro, and shopping center, making it convenient for families with young children.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience offered a super variety, including gluten-free options, but a separate toaster would have been ideal.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered nice facilities like car hire and housekeeping.