Barcelona Universal
Avda. Paralelo No 76-78, Barcelona, Cataluña, 08001, Spain
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Avda. Paralelo No 76-78, Barcelona, Cataluña, 08001, Spain
Barcelona Universal offers free Wi-Fi, a gym and a rooftop pool with city ciews. Located next to next to Parallel Metro Station, the hotel is just 1969 feet from Las Ramblas. The spacious, functional rooms at the Barcelona Universal Hotel feature wooden floors and air conditioning. Bathrooms include toiletries and heated towel rails. The Barcelona Universal’s Medea serves a hot and cold buffet breakfast, including plenty of healthy options. The hotel is located a 20-minute walk from the Magic Fountain and MNAC Art Museum, in Montjuïc. Plaça Catalunya is just 3 Metro stops away, and the lively bars of the Raval district are just 1640 feet away.

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Business Center
  • Swimming Pool
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Elevator
  • Trouser press
  • Heating
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Snack bar
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • On-site parking
  • outdoor pool
  • Poolside bar
  • Accessible parking
  • Concierge services
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Sun Deck
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool with view
  • Wine/champagne
  • Fruits
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Invoices
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Free face masks
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Food delivery
  • Electronic room key
  • Audible alarm
  • balcony/terrace
  • Car rental available
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • Daily disinfection
  • Facilities for disabled guests available
  • Fitness center
  • Indoor Tanning
  • Ironing amenities
  • Laundry services
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Restaurant (special diets available)
  • Soundproof rooms available
  • Tour services
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
  • Professional cleaning services
  • Takeout dining services available
  • Parking available (charges may apply)
  • Indoor parking (charges may apply)
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stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
We had a stopover in Barcelona on our drive to Alicante and we chose to stay at Hotel Barcelona Universal, this was a great decision later as everything from comfort to cleanliness and service were tip-top. Rooftop pool was amazing and we made good use of it on the warm summer day of August. Rooms are well laid out and come with all the necessary amenities. The breakfast was again a 10/10.
The check-in process could have been slightly faster, as I had already pre-checked in by entering my details
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
Location was excellent. Room was big enough for a couple and good. Breakfast was good and had many options. Staffs support was excellent. Overall hotel is Good.
Missing 4 star hotel vibes and luxury
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
I had such an amazing stay, and the staff was truly wonderful. I will remember Dahlia every time I have chamomile tea — she recommended it as a hangover cure, and it actually worked! Her recommendations for good shopping spots were priceless as well. Anargyros also had great tips about places to visit and things to do, and my friend was delighted to have someone she could converse with in Portuguese. Both of them were incredibly friendly and accommodating, and their attitude really made us feel welcome and relaxed. The room itself was great: spacious, very clean, with excellent air conditioning and plenty of closet space, which I particularly appreciated. The hotel also has a lovely pool — small, but very nice to have after a day out in Barcelona. The location is extremely convenient, with a metro station just a minute away, so getting around the city is incredibly easy. Breakfast was delicious too, with a good variety and plenty of fresh fruit. Overall, the staff here have set a new benchmark for hospitality. Better soundproofing would make the hotel pretty much perfect :) But even without it, I will definitely stay here again the next time I visit Barcelona.
The only downside was the noise from the street. At the beginning of our stay, we requested a room change because of it, but we ended up not liking the new room quite as much and asked for our old one back. All this back and forth was handled impeccably by Carlos at reception, with amazing patience and a great sense of humor.
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
There are a lot of area available if you need to work
Rooms facing indoor don’t have windows and are dark all day
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Close to metro and also within walking distance of key areas of Barcelona
All good
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Very central Friendly, happy staff
On the expensive side
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great location, great view from the room, we enjoyed the rooftop and the personnel was very kind.
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The hotel rooms are clean and very well equipped with air conditioning. Satellite TV was good . Hotel Barcelona Universal have very good breakfast available at the premises. Their staff is extremely polite and helpful. The location of the hotel is good too. There is a metro station just outside the hotel entrance. Highly recommended
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Overall, it was a pleasant stay. The staff were very nice, friendly, and helpful. The location is very good and convenient, with a metro station right in front of the hotel, which makes it easy to get around the city. Breakfast was very good, with a nice selection of food. A good choice for a comfortable stay.
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The perfect walkable location with many restaurants and shops around the building. The rooftop pool was nice. The restaurant on site had delicious European cuisine, for breakfast including honey, cinnamon sticks and fresh mint. I was able to program my TV for English which was a nice surprise. The Staff was friendly especially house keeping. This was a pleasurable stay since my prior stay in Barcelona was a nightmare. When booking a hotel in Barcelona this will be the first location that I will check for future cruises .
During this stay some room amenities were missing and if my daughter had not informed me what she received in her room I would not have known. The room was comfortable however, I would have liked more lighting and at least one USB connection.
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in September, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
When we arrived we paid 100€ for deposit with the credit card they told us at the checkout that in 3/4 days the money will comeback to our account…they didn’t sent it and also didn’t respond to our emailes I’m so disappointed
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The location is perfect and the room has plenty of space.
stayed in August, 2026
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
The booking process. Although I don't want to get onto details
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Barcelona Universal

Avda. Paralelo No 76-78, Barcelona, Cataluña, 08001, Spain