OCCIDENTAL BARCELONA 1929, Barcelona

The hotel is located on Plaça Espanya, just 2 minutes from Espanya metro station and directly served by Aerobus stops. Sants Railway Station is 1 km away, making train connections easy. The Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is a 7-minute walk, and Arenas de Barcelona shopping centre is adjacent. Bus route D20 stops outside for direct beach access. The surrounding area has numerous bars, restaurants, and supermarkets within a 5-minute walk.

Rooms are clean and well-maintained, but can be compact, especially for two guests with luggage. The open clothes rail and limited drawer space may feel restrictive for longer stays. Queen and king-size beds are available with quality duvets, and pillows are comfortable. Each room has a private bathroom with a rain showerhead and handheld showerhead, plus a full range of toiletries (soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrush, razor, comb, shoehorn, shower cap). A clothes steamer, electric kettle, minifridge with two complimentary water bottles, and flat-screen TV are provided. Some rooms may feel cramped for mobility; road-facing rooms and those near the lift can experience noise. The air conditioning works well and rooms have good sound insulation from street noise.

The breakfast buffet includes sausage, bacon, beans, sliced potatoes, tomatoes, fresh pineapple, eggs cooked to order, and a variety of breads, cheeses, and cold cuts. The breakfast area has two coffee machines offering custom coffee, espresso, and hot chocolate, with recyclable takeaway cups. The hotel restaurant, Restaurante Desayuno, serves Catalan, Mediterranean, and European cuisine for dinner in a modern, family-friendly setting. A bar, coffee house on site, and in-room breakfast are also available. The coffee machine at breakfast may occasionally require staff assistance.

The rooftop pool is a shallow wading pool (0.6 m deep) and is open seasonally from spring through summer, weather permitting. The sun terrace offers loungers and a bar, providing panoramic views across Barcelona. The fitness centre is free to use, with free weights, treadmills, and more equipment than standard for a hotel of this size. A public bath is also available on site.

The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, free daily housekeeping, and luggage storage at no charge on both arrival and departure days. A co-working area with high tables is available in the lobby; rooms do not have a dedicated desk. Additional services include laundry (dry cleaning, ironing) at an extra charge, car hire, and tour desk. The property has an electric vehicle charging station and an accessible parking garage. Safety features include 24-hour security, CCTV, key card access, and smoke alarms. The lift serves all floors.