CATALONIA ALBENIZ, Barcelona

The El Clot metro station (L1) and Rodalies train station are within a 2-minute walk, providing direct rail services to Barcelona Airport (R2 line) and quick connections to city-centre attractions. Plaza Catalunya is 20 minutes by metro or 40 minutes on foot. The surrounding area has numerous restaurants, bars, and cafés within 0.5 km, all offering more affordable dining than tourist-heavy zones. The neighbourhood is considered safe and walkable, with easy access to parks and local shops. The hotel is a 15-minute walk from Sagrada Família and within a 20-minute metro ride to the main tourist sights. Taxis from the airport cost approximately €35-40 and take 15-20 minutes.

The hotel offers double, twin/double, and triple rooms. All rooms are air-conditioned with parquet flooring, a safe, a minibar (bottled water only), and a flat-screen smart TV with Chromecast. Bathrooms are marble-finished, include a hairdryer, and provide free toiletries. Some rooms offer a sitting area. Rooms at the front overlook the street with rubbish bins below; those on higher floors tend to be quieter. The triple rooms are noted as compact, with limited space. Towels and linens are changed daily. Coffee and tea-making facilities are not provided, but kettles may be available at the restaurant. No rooms have a balcony. Rooms near the lift can be noisy due to elevator mechanics, especially on upper floors. The property has a lift.

Breakfast is served as a buffet in a relatively small dining area. The selection includes hot items (eggs, sautéed peppers, Spanish omelette, sausages), breads, pastries, fruit, and drinks. The breakfast area can become busy, and hot food may not always be replenished quickly. There is no on-site restaurant, bar, or room service for dinner or drinks. The surrounding area has many affordable restaurants, bars, and cafés within a 2-5 minute walk, including options such as The Catalan Sandwich, Ak Bar, and Tipo Tapa, all within 0.5 km. Vending machines for snacks and drinks are available in the hotel.

The outdoor heated pool is on the rooftop and open from approximately 10:00 to 20:00 (hours may vary by season). It is a small plunge pool (about 2x4m, 1m deep), suitable for cooling off rather than swimming. The pool area includes loungers and a terrace with a partial view of Sagrada Família. The fitness centre has basic equipment, but it is minimal (limited weights and machines). After check-out, pool access is permitted upon request.

Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. The 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage - available before check-in and after check-out at no extra cost. Daily housekeeping is included; additional services such as laundry and dry cleaning are available for a charge. The hotel has a shared lounge/TV area, lift, and meeting/banquet facilities (free of charge). Safety deposit boxes are free in rooms. Cots are available on request. Pets are allowed on request with possible charges. A credit card pre-authorisation may be taken 48 hours before arrival. The hotel is air-conditioned throughout and is a non-smoking property. Accessible rooms for disabled guests are available.