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Hotel California Barcelona, Barcelona

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About the Hotel

Rauric, 14, Barcelona, Spain, 08002

Hotel California is a renovated three-star hotel located in Barcelona's historic Ciutat Vella district. It is just a two-minute walk from the famous Las Ramblas, a vibrant boulevard known for its lively atmosphere and attractions. The hotel provides smoke-free accommodation with modern amenities, catering to both tourists and locals visiting historic sites. Its central location allows easy access to key landmarks, including the Picasso Museum and La Boqueria Market.

Location

Situated in the heart of Barcelona, Hotel California is within walking distance to iconic sites such as the Cathedral of Barcelona and Plaza Catalunya. Public transportation options, including metro stations, are easily accessible nearby. The bustling Las Ramblas, known for its shops and eateries, is just steps away, inviting guests to experience the city's vibrant life.

Rooms

The hotel offers a variety of room types designed for comfort and relaxation. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, HD TV, and free 5G Wi-Fi, ensuring a convenient stay. Guests can choose between double, twin, and single rooms, all featuring stylish decor and soundproofing. Refreshing bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries, further enhancing the guest experience.

Eat & Drink

Hotel California provides guests with a complimentary rich and varied breakfast, incorporating Mediterranean flavors. The dining area is designed to create a pleasant atmosphere where guests can enjoy their morning meals. The hotel’s proximity to local restaurants and bars also offers additional dining choices for a more varied culinary experience.

Leisure & Business

The hotel emphasizes the importance of relaxation, offering a serene environment to unwind after a day of exploration. High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, catering to both leisure and business travelers. Furthermore, the hotel's central location makes it an ideal base for exploring the cultural and shopping attractions of Barcelona.

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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
Single Room
Max:
1 person
8 m² 
Bed options:
1 Single bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Double Room
Max:
2 persons
14 m² 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
14 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Coffee machine
Heating
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Getting around

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City Center
Barcelona2300 ft
Airports
Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) 10.2 mi
Girona-Costa Brava (GRO) 58.0 mi
Metro stations
Liceu700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Elevator
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Rauric, 14, Barcelona, Spain, 08002
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Rauric, 14, Barcelona, Spain, 08002
Nearby
Market
Mercado de La Boqueria
1300 ft
3-5 Carrer Nou de la Rambla
Guell Palace
1100 ft
Mall
Passeig de Gracia shops
800 ft
Church
Barcelona Cathedral
1700 ft
Mediterranean Seafront to Ronda de Sant Pere
Gothic Quarter
1400 ft
Square
Placa Reial
900 ft
Museums
Museum of the History of Barcelona
1600 ft
Church
Placa Sant Jaume
200 ft
Restaurants
McDonald's
200 ft
Carrer de Ferran Barri Gotic
Maoz
300 ft
Carrer de Ferran
Macchina Pasta Bar
700 ft
Calle Escudellers 47
Artisa
800 ft
Carrer de Colom
Forns Del Pi
300 ft
C/ Ferran
Nevermind Bar
200 ft
Escudellers Blancs #3
Restaurante Fernando
300 ft
Ferran 31
Gotic Pa Sl
300 ft
Calle de Ferran 13
Travel Bar
400 ft
Carrer de la Boqueria
All Sin
300 ft
Carrer de Ferran 30

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
74%
liked the hotel and would stay again
great location
friendly staff
limited dining options
better places nearby
7.4/10
Very good
Rooms
7.6
Location
9.1
Service
8.1
Dining
6.0
Guest reviews
7.4/10
based on 9 review
4/5 based on 729 review
8.0
8.0/10based on 2556 review
#309 of 520 hotels in Barcelona based on Tripadvisor
Robert
United Kingdom, May  2024
7.4/10

The hotel's location is amazing and excellent, with very clean and comfortable rooms. However, there was a sewer smell in the room for two days, and the night shift staff member was unhelpful and unpleasant. The bed was extremely hard, almost like sleeping on the floor.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable with excellent bath and shower facilities.
Service
9.0
The staff were extremely helpful and provided good recommendations for restaurants.
Location
8.0
The hotel is perfectly located next to La Rambla in the Gothic Quarter, despite needing to navigate some dodgy streets to reach it.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were minimal with poor choices of bread and undrinkable coffee.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, a welcome drink, and assistance with tours and tickets.
Betty
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.8/10

My stay at this hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location was absolutely perfect, right in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter with easy access to major attractions. However, the room facing the courtyard was quite noisy, especially in the evening and throughout the night. The service was outstanding, with staff going above and beyond to offer helpful directions and ensure I had a great stay. The dining experience lacked variety and quality, though the fresh seafood was a highlight. The facilities were basic but functional.

Rooms
7.0
The room facing the courtyard was noisy at night, and the decor is not very modern. There was also a water leak in the room.
Service
9.0
The staff was extremely knowledgeable and caring, offering excellent meal service and assistance with various needs.
Location
10.0
The location couldn't be better, right in the heart of the Gothic Quarter, minutes away from Las Ramblas.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were limited with poor quality choices at times, but the fresh seafood was a standout.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were basic but served their purpose adequately.
Albert
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.4/10

The hotel is located in the vibrant Gothic Quarter, near La Rambla, offering a lively and convenient Barcelona experience. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, though occasionally needing a bit of fresh air. The service is relaxed and resourceful, but lacks consistency at times. The dining is satisfactory but could use some improvements. Overall, a great value stay in the heart of the city.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very comfortable and spacious, even though they needed to be aired occasionally for a slight smell. The balcony added a nice touch to the experience.
Service
7.0
The service was relaxed and resourceful, though it changed often, affecting the personalized touch. I accidentally left my travel charger at home, and they were not able to assist.
Location
9.0
The location is excellent, right in the Gothic Quarter and near La Rambla, making it ideal for both sightseeing and enjoying the vibrant nightlife of Barcelona. It truly captures the essence of the city.
Dining
6.0
The dining, although included, could have been better with more varied options.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate, offering the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. Nothing extravagant, but sufficient for the price paid.
Louise
United States of America, March  2024
6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location was very central, close to Las Ramblas, and the main street in the Old Town district, offering easy access to explore the heart of Barcelona. However, the night reception area was in a glum side street, and the night receptionist gave a dark and dingy impression. The room was clean and tidy, providing a quiet stay despite being in an inner courtyard. The service was excellent overall, although the strong perfume smell to cover up moldy/mildewy scents in the room was a downside. The dining options were ok but not great, offering continental breakfast without fruits or warm options. The hotel facilities were satisfactory, with no significant standout features.

Rooms
8.0
The room was clean and tidy, offering a quiet sanctuary despite overlooking an interior courtyard.
Service
7.0
The staff were one of the nicest elements of the stay, providing excellent service. However, the excessive perfume to cover up room odors was a downside.
Location
8.0
The hotel is situated very centrally, off Ramblas, making it convenient to explore the heart of Barcelona. However, the entrance through dodgy streets off the main drag wasn’t very welcoming.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was basic, with a continental breakfast lacking fruits or warm options.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were ordinary with no standout features.
David
United Kingdom, September  2023
6.6/10

The hotel is centrally located, making it convenient to explore the city. The rooms are spacious, but some have a strong sewer smell issue. The service was friendly overall, but a few encounters were less pleasant. The location is fantastic with easy access to popular landmarks. The dining options were basic, and the hotel lacked some modern facilities.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms were spacious but had a strong sewer smell issue on some days.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly overall, but a few encounters were less than satisfactory.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic with easy access to popular landmarks.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were basic and could have offered more variety.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel lacked some modern facilities.
Erin
United States of America, August  2023
8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were very good, just like our twin room on the other side of the block. Clean, comfortable, and exactly as described online. The location was absolutely perfect, right in the heart of everything with easy access to shops, pubs, restaurants, and public transportation. However, the dining options were a bit limited, with better places nearby. The service was top-notch, where nothing was too much trouble, and the staff were friendly and professional. Overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and as described/photographed on the website.
Service
9.0
The service was friendly and professional, with staff who were always ready to assist. A great sense of security provided throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
The location was in the best possible place, just a 3-minute walk from Liceu station, close to Borne and in the middle of the gothic Quarter. Perfect for exploring Barcelona by foot or metro.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had a good variety including yogurt, fresh fruit, meats, cheese, bread, and pastries. I opted to bring my own bread for breakfasts after the first day. However, better dining options were available steps away.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were great, offering dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, welcome drink, and tours/ticket assistance.
great location
limited dining options
Howard
United Kingdom, June  2023
7.0/10

The hotel provided a mix of positive and negative experiences. The rooms were comfortable and clean, but there was a persistent sewer smell that affected the overall quality of the stay. The service was friendly and helpful, although the excessive use of perfume to cover up moldy odors was off-putting. The location was excellent, right in the bustling Gothic area near La Rambla, making it convenient for sightseeing. The dining options were basic, offering a satisfactory start to the day. However, the noise levels at night were disruptive, affecting sleep quality.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms were comfortable and clean, but the persistent sewer smell was a significant issue.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly and the staff was helpful, despite the unpleasant smell in the room.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, right in the heart of the Gothic area near La Rambla, making it ideal for exploring the city.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were basic but sufficient for starting the day.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered standard facilities without standout features.
Reginald
United Kingdom, May  2023
8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic. The rooms were spacious, clean, and well-designed, offering a quiet retreat with a small balcony. The service was top-notch, with a very helpful and friendly staff. The location couldn't have been better, right next to Plaça Reial and just steps away from the vibrant Rambla. The dining experience was acceptable but basic. Overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms
9.0
I had a lovely room, very clean and spacious, with a nice balcony. It was a perfect place to relax and unwind.
Service
9.0
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful throughout my stay, making me feel welcomed and well taken care of.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was ideal, right in the heart of Barcelona. I could easily explore the city with everything within walking distance.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were decent, offering the essentials for a quick meal. However, the variety could have been better.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had great facilities that catered to my needs, from dry cleaning to tours assistance. Everything I needed was at my fingertips.
William
United States of America, May  2023
8.2/10

Staying at this hotel was a great experience overall. The rooms were really clean and comfortable, and I loved having a balcony and air conditioning, although there was a faint but off-putting chemical smell present. The service was top-notch, with the staff being extremely helpful and cheerful, especially with information about transportation to the airport. The location couldn't have been better, being right next to Plaça Reial in the heart of El Gothic, making it easy to explore Barcelona. The dining options were decent, offering a variety of breakfast choices including cheese, meat, oatmeal, croissants, and muffins, although I wished for more gluten-free options. Some facilities were lacking, but I found the overall value for money great.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms with tranquil amber down lighting were really clean and comfortable, with a balcony and air conditioning, but there was a foul-smelling chemical present.
Service
9.0
The staff, especially the one working in the afternoon shifts, were very helpful and cheerful, going above and beyond to assist with various needs like delivering kitchen materials. However, the dry cleaning service was missing.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, being at the heart of El Gothic right next to Plaça Reial, making it easy to access all the attractions and amenities of Barcelona. However, the pedestrianized area could be a bit noisy at early hours of the morning.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were okay, offering cheese, various meats, oatmeal, croissants, and muffins for breakfast. I appreciated the efforts to accommodate gluten-free needs, but more variety would have been nice.
Facilities
The facilities were decent, offering basic amenities but lacking in some aspects. However, considering the great location and friendly staff, the overall experience was still very enjoyable.
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