The Hotel Catalonia Magdalenes Barcelona is in Ciutat Vella, about a 5-minute walk from both the Cathedral and Plaça de Catalunya. This 4-star hotel has an outdoor rooftop pool, a spa and a gym. It is a good fit if you want to sleep next to the Gothic Quarter without giving up those facilities.
Location and getting around
The hotel is on Carrer de Magdalenes, postcode 08002, very close to Portal de l’Àngel. From here you reach La Rambla on foot in about 10 minutes, Casa Batlló in about 15 and the Mirador de Colón and Port Vell in about 20.
Barceloneta beach is about 30 minutes on foot. The Sagrada Família is another 30 minutes, or a few minutes by public transport.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms are soundproofed, with individual climate control, a Nespresso machine and a Smart TV with Chromecast. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and toiletries.
The rooftop terrace has a pool with views of the Cathedral. The spa area has a hydromassage bath, and there is also a gym. In the morning a buffet breakfast with live cooking is served.
Who it suits
- A good fit if you will spend most of your time in the Gothic Quarter, El Born and La Rambla.
- Ideal if you want a spa or pool after a day walking around the centre.
- Handy for couples looking for a central hotel with a terrace.
- Useful if you exercise and do not want to skip the gym on your trip.
Good to know
You can check in from 15:00; check-out is until 12:00. Have photo ID and a credit card to hand, as they are requested at registration. There is no record of parking at the hotel. You will find other options in the centre among the hotels in Barcelona.