Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only, Barcelona - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Aribau, 33, Barcelona, Spain, 08011

The 4-star Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only stands as a heterofriendly urban hub in Eixample, featuring a rooftop terrace with swimming pool, solarium, and lounge bar alongside a comprehensive wellness and fitness area.

Modern Mediterranean Rooms

The 101 rooms at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only combine modernist touches with Mediterranean elegance, equipped with minibars, flat-screen satellite TVs, and air conditioning. Select rooms offer balconies with street views, while others face the inner courtyard.

Japanese-Peruvian Dining Experience

Nikkei 103 restaurant merges Japanese sophistication with Peruvian cuisine, serving breakfast from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Entertainment and Wellness

The Skybar on the seventh floor hosts DJs and drag performances, while the Wellnessclub provides fitness facilities, spa services, and massage treatments.

Central Metro Access

Axel Hotel Barcelona connects to Plaça Universitat metro stations (L1 and L2) and Passeig de Gràcia (L2, L3, and L4), with Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art 0.5 miles away and Casa Batllo at 0.5 miles.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Heating

Air conditioning

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Superior Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Single Room

Max:

1 person

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Barcelona3000 ft

Airports

Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) 9.4 mi

Girona-Costa Brava (GRO) 55.1 mi

Train

FGC - Provença2000 ft

Metro stations

Universitat Metro1700 ft

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Wi-Fi

Parking

EUR 25 per day

Baggage storage

Locker room

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
Security
Adults only
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Sports trainer

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shoe shine service
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Poolside snack bar

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Spa & wellness center
Solarium
Sauna
Turkish bath
Jacuzzi
Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Mirror
Armchair
Ironing facilities
Rollaway beds

Bathroom

Bathtub
Free toiletries
Bathroom telephone

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
CD player
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Aribau, 33, Barcelona, Spain, 08011

Map view

street view

Aribau, 33, Barcelona, Spain, 08011

City landmarks

Church

Basilica of the Sagrada Familia

1.3 mi

Passeig de Gracia

Casa Batllo

3100 ft

Square

Placa de Catalunya

3100 ft

Parks

Parc Guell

1.9 mi

Market

Mercado de La Boqueria

4300 ft

Passeig de Gracia

Casa Mila

1.1 mi

Stadiums

Camp Nou

2.0 mi

Fountains

The Magic Fountain

1.5 mi

3-5 Carrer Nou de la Rambla

Guell Palace

1.0 mi

Church

Barcelona Cathedral

4900 ft

Mall

Passeig de Gracia shops

4900 ft

Monuments and Landmarks

Arc de Triomf Metro

1.3 mi

Mediterranean Seafront to Ronda de Sant Pere

Gothic Quarter

4500 ft

Carrer de les Carolines 20-26

Casa Vicens

1.4 mi

Church

Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar

1.3 mi

Museums

Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art

3000 ft

Square

Placa d'Espanya

1.2 mi

Passeig de Gracia

2500 ft

Historic Site

Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau

1.9 mi

Aquarium

Aquarium Barcelona

1.4 mi

Museums

Picasso Museum

1.3 mi

Historic Site

Poble Espanyol

1.4 mi

Placa Portal de la Pau

Columbus Monument

1.3 mi

Square

Placa Reial

1.0 mi

Museums

Museum of the History of Barcelona

1.1 mi

Museums

Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

1.4 mi

Events

Palau de la Musica Catalana

5000 ft

Carrer de Montalegre 5

Centre de Cultura Contemporania de Barcelona

4300 ft

Nearby

University

University of Barcelona

1200 ft

Restaurants

La Flauta

300 ft

Calle D'aribau

Ciudad Condal

2400 ft

18 Rambla de Catalunya

Vigo Restaurant

200 ft

Calle Aribau

Lexis Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

600 ft

Aribau

Bloom Bcn

200 ft

Carrer Aribau 31

Miss Sushi

200 ft

C/Aribau 39

Restaurante El Puma

500 ft

Aribau

Misaki

500 ft

Carrer Aribau

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

58%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

5.8/10

Guest rating

Rooms

8.2

Location

9.7

Service

9.0

Dining

7.6

4/5 based on 3501 reviews

#84 of 548 hotels in Barcelona based on Tripadvisor

Paul

United Kingdom, February 2025

5.0/10

I had a wonderful stay during my birthday weekend, enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Barcelona's gay district. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, even managing to upgrade my room unexpectedly to one with a balcony. However, some noise from the nightlife was evident in my room, which might be an issue for light sleepers.

Rooms

8.0

My room was clean and comfortable, but facing the street meant I heard noise from revelers at night. I recommend asking for a quieter room if you're sensitive to sound.

Service

10.0

The staff was amazing! From the reception to the spa, everyone was welcoming and went out of their way to help. They even upgraded me at no extra cost.

Location

9.0

The location in Eixample was fantastic, surrounded by bars, restaurants, and just a short walk from major attractions. It felt lively but still had its quieter spots.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was decent but not really good. I think it could have offered more variety for the price. The rooftop bar, however, had great cocktails and stunning views.

Facilities

8.0

The rooftop pool and bar were highlights during my stay, offering excellent views and a perfect spot to relax after a day of exploring. However, I did miss access to the spa without an additional charge.

Jackson

United Kingdom, February 2025

6.4/10

I had an really good stay at Axel Hotel Barcelona where the friendly staff really made a difference! The central location is perfect for exploring the vibrant gay nightlife and nearby attractions. While the spa treatments were relaxing, I found the charges for certain facilities a bit disappointing. Overall, I enjoyed my visit and would highly recommend the experience to others! 😊

Rooms

10.0

My room was spotlessly clean and super comfortable, complete with a stunning view from the balcony and great shower amenities.

Service

10.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, especially Marta, who helped ensure I had a fantastic experience.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the Eixample area, making it easy to access many tourist attractions and local nightlife.

Dining

8.0

Though the breakfast was decent, I felt it wasn't quite worth the price of 14 euros. I would have preferred more options during the buffet.

Facilities

7.0

I truly enjoyed the spa; however, I was surprised to find out that some services had additional charges attached, which felt a bit off.

Lily

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.8/10

My stay at the Axel Hotel Barcelona was enjoyable overall, with a fantastic central location and friendly staff. The cleanliness and stylish decor of the rooms made for a comfortable experience, although I was slightly disappointed with the missing amenities like the Jacuzzi. However, the rooftop bar and pool area were a highlight and well worth experiencing. I appreciated the attention from the staff, especially Oreal, who made my husband's birthday special with thoughtful surprises.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean and stylish, but I noticed it didn't feel particularly premium compared to other hotels I've visited. The atmosphere was reliable, even if some aspects felt a bit tired.

Service

10.0

The service was really good, especially from Oreal, who went out of his way to make our stay special. The front desk staff were friendly and helpful with all our requests.

Location

Dining

7.0

While the breakfast was nice with various options, it could benefit from a little more variety, especially in cereals. The rooftop bar served expensive drinks but had a great atmosphere.

Facilities

7.0

The rooftop pool and bar were fantastic, but I was disappointed that the Jacuzzi was out of order during my visit. The gym was well-equipped but was also accessible to the public.

Jonathan

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.0/10

Overall, I appreciated my stay at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only, with its friendly staff and great location in the city's vibrant gay district. The rooftop bar was a highlight, offering stunning views and a lively atmosphere. However, I did experience some drawbacks, including limited storage in my room and noise from neighbors that disrupted my sleep.

Rooms

7.0

The room had a reasonable size for a city hotel, but the lack of storage, especially in the bathroom, was disappointing. I found the bed's comfort to be an issue as well, with the mattress being quite hard. Also, the interior layout made it easy to bump into the mounted TV, and the lack of hooks for towels was frustrating.

Service

8.0

The staff were genuinely friendly and went out of their way to help, particularly during check-in and in the restaurant. I was impressed by the attentiveness of the breakfast team, who ensured a good start to my day. However, my initial greeting at check-in wasn't as warm as I had hoped.

Location

Dining

7.0

I found the breakfast to be a great value with a good selection of options, but I felt it could be improved. Some items were excellent, while others felt just okay for the price charged.

Facilities

8.0

The rooftop bar and spa were standout features, adding a lovely touch to my stay. The gym was well-equipped, but crowded at times. Overall, the amenities contributed positively to my experience, despite a need for improved privacy at times.

Riley

United Kingdom, October 2024

5.0/10

I had such an awesome stay at Axel Hotel Barcelona! The location was killer, right in the heart of the gay district, making it super easy to explore cool bars and cafes. My room was clean and had a lovely balcony, but I did encounter some elevator delays which were a bit annoying. Overall, I felt right at home thanks to the welcoming staff and great vibe!

Rooms

8.0

My room was nice-sized and recently remodeled with a small balcony that had a lovely view. The bed was super comfy, but the bathroom was a bit on the small side.

Service

7.0

The staff, especially Daniel and Joaquin, were incredibly friendly and attentive, making me feel special throughout my stay. However, the bar staff at the rooftop could be a bit dismissive.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic! I could walk to all the major sights and always felt safe in the area with all the shops and nightlife nearby.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast was a treat with delicious options, and the rooftop bar had great cocktails and a nice atmosphere, perfect for winding down after a day out.

Facilities

8.0

The gym was a nice bonus and quite well-equipped for a hotel gym. I also appreciated the spa services available, even though I didn’t get to try them.