The Hotel Duquesa de Cardona Barcelona occupies a 19th-century building on Passeig de Colom, facing Port Vell. It is a 4-star hotel with rooftop pools, a gym and a restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine. It is a good fit if you want to sleep in Ciutat Vella with the port in front and the old town behind.
Location and getting around
The address is Passeig de Colom, 12, postcode 08002, which is Ciutat Vella. The Columbus Monument and La Rambla, near the Liceu, are about a 10-minute walk away, and so is the cathedral. Barceloneta beach is about 15 minutes on foot and Plaça de Catalunya about 20.
For the Sagrada Família, 2.7 km away, the metro or a taxi is best. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is 13.5 km away.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have climate control, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safe and a minibar. The bathroom is private, with a bathrobe and slippers.
What sets it apart is the roof: a terrace with two pools, a bar and city views. There is also a gym, free wifi and a Mediterranean restaurant. According to the hotel, in summer the café bar serves tapas, barbecue dishes and cocktails.
Breakfast is a Mediterranean-style buffet, also available from the menu.
Who it suits
- Ideal if you want to explore the Gothic Quarter, El Born and the port on foot.
- A good fit if you travel in summer and value a rooftop pool.
- Practical if you do not want to give up the gym while travelling.
- Handy if you like the idea of a historic building by the sea.
Good to know
Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00. On arrival you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card. If you want more options in the area, see the hotels in Barcelona.