The Hotel Ciutadella Barcelona is a 4-star hotel on Avinguda del Marquès de l’Argentera, in Ciutat Vella, between El Born, Parc de la Ciutadella and Barceloneta. It suits you if you want to combine the old town and the beach without relying on transport.
Location and getting around
The Cathedral is about a 10-minute walk away. About 15 minutes away you have Barceloneta beach, the Mirador de Colón and the Liceu, on La Rambla. Plaça de Catalunya is about 20 minutes’ walk.
The hotel says that the Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar, Parc de la Ciutadella and Barceloneta Metro station are less than 300 m away, and Passeig del Born about 200 m. For the Sagrada Família, more than 2 km away, the Metro is the most practical.
Rooms and facilities
According to the property, rooms have air conditioning, a TV and a private bathroom. Breakfast is a buffet or continental.
There is no record of a pool, gym or spa. The area has plenty of bars and restaurants, and Passeig de Joan de Borbó, with restaurants by the port, is about 5 minutes on foot according to the hotel.
Who it suits
- A good fit if you want to split your trip between El Born, the Gothic Quarter and the beach.
- Handy if you like to go running or walking in Parc de la Ciutadella.
- Ideal for couples who prefer to do almost everything on foot.
Good to know
Arrival is set between 15:00 and 00:00. If your flight or train arrives in the early hours, tell the hotel before booking. Check-out is until 12:00. You have more places to stay in the area in the guide to where to stay in Barcelona.