A small hostal (a simple Spanish guesthouse) on Carrer de la Portaferrissa, one of the shopping streets of the Gothic Quarter. Hostal Fina Barcelona has a private bathroom, air conditioning and a television in the rooms. It is a practical base if you plan to explore the centre on foot and prefer not to share a bathroom. There are no shared areas or restaurant: it is meant for sleeping and heading out.
Location and getting around
Portaferrissa runs from La Rambla towards the Cathedral. From number 11, these are each about 5 minutes away on foot:
- Liceu Metro station (line L3);
- the Cathedral;
- Plaça de Catalunya, with Catalunya Metro station (lines L1 and L3).
The Boqueria market is on the other side of La Rambla. Allow about 15 minutes to Port Vell and about 30 minutes on foot to Barceloneta beach.
Rooms and facilities
All rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen television and free wifi. The facilities are simple and there is no sign of 24-hour reception, so plan your arrival carefully.
Who it suits
- Travellers who want their own bathroom in the heart of the Gothic Quarter.
- Anyone planning to shop on Portaferrissa and the Portal de l’Àngel.
- Couples or friends looking for a central base for a weekend break.
Good to know
- Check-in: 14:00 to midnight. The hostal needs to know your arrival time in advance.
- Check-out: until 11:00.
- There is no breakfast, but the area has plenty of cafés.
To compare with other places in the centre, see hotels and guesthouses in Barcelona.