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Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with a full-service spa and a health club

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Just steps from Plaça de Catalunya and La Rambla, Axel Hotel Barcelona & Urban Spa - Adults Only offers comfort and location. Enjoy the rooftop pool, Peruvian cuisine at Nikkei 103, or a spa massage. Free WiFi and multilingual staff assist with tours and luggage storage.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is P5,174
P6,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4

Room options

View all photos for Premium Double Room Single Use

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room Single Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for City Double Room

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

City Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room Single Use

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Axel Basic

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Axel Basic

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Axel Basic Single Use

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Axel Basic Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for City Single Use Room

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

City Single Use Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Aribau 33, Barcelona, 08011

What's nearby

  • Casa Batllo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Passeig de Gràcia - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • La Rambla - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Plaça de Catalunya - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sagrada Familia - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Universitat Station - 6 min walk
  • Barcelona Paseo de Gracia Station - 10 min walk
  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sky Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Flauta - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Garage Beer Co. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gingin - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pepa Bar à Vins - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only

Upscale boutique hotel near Passeig de Gràcia
A short walk from Casa Batllo and Plaça de Catalunya, Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site Peruvian cuisine restaurant, Nikkei 103, offers lunch and dinner. In addition to car rentals on site and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • 2 meeting rooms, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 105 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to noon on weekends; EUR 16 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Nikkei 103
  • Nikkei 103
  • The Sky Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property is located in the city's Low Emission Zone; only low-emission vehicles are permitted to enter. Guests with non-Spanish license plates must register their vehicle with the city in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6.27 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 16 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 25 per day (328 ft away)
  • Spa fee: EUR 20

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The listed optional spa fee is charged 20 EUR per person, per hour to access the spa area.

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Axel Barcelona Urban Spa
Axel Hotel
Axel Hotel & Urban
Axel Hotel Barcelona & Urban Spa
Axel Hotel Barcelona Spa
Hotel Axel
Axel Hotel Barcelona Catalonia
Axel Hotel Barcelona Urban Spa
Axel Hotel Urban Spa
Axel Urban Spa
Axel Hotel Barcelona & Urban Spa Catalonia
Axel Hotel Barcelona Urban Spa Adults Only
Axel Hotel Barcelona Urban Spa Adults
Axel Hotel Urban Spa Adults
Axel Barcelona Urban Spa Adults
Axel Urban Spa Adults
Axel Barcelona Barcelona
Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only Hotel
Axel Hotel Barcelona Urban Spa Adults Only
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Frequently asked questions

Does Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only?

As of Nov 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only on Dec 3, 2025 start from P 5,174.02, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only located?

Located in Eixample, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia, and Rambla de Catalunya. La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya are also within 15 minutes. Universitat Station is 6 minutes by foot and Passeig de Gracia Station is 9 minutes.

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Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 509 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abdul Munzir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chaz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and excellent location. Can be a little loud but thats true of most hotels with multiple bar and restaurant locations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience with delightful staff and other guests.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Yvon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location and great place. Great staff ( Damian was very helpful ). My only challenge was the noise in the building, I was on the 4th floor and the drilling and the banging ( construction) noise during the day was annoying
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my go to place when staying in Barcelona. Such a lovely place. I had a beautiful room with the view of the front street. Very happy with my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great customer service.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always best choice in Barcelona
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly amd helpful. The pool area is a great place to meet people at lunch time. And the breakfast buffet is has a great variety and great servers.
View from the pool.
View from the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Staff is super nice and friendly. Room was cozy and the bar is top notch. Met so many great people. Even the bartenders are amazing. I traveled solo and 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marysa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A splendid hotel where everyone was felt welcome. It was joyful, colourful and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aiden

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room sucks. There are no surfaces/wardrobes/closets to put your stuff. Even in the bathrooms, no vanity, nowhere to put your stuff. Staff is dry. Stingy with the towels, and housekeeping is annoying.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

LGBTQ+ appreciated

Overall, this was a good hotel in a great location. As a gay, couple, it is so nice to have a welcoming place. The staff was friendly and helpful. We appreciated that breakfast was included. The man at breakfast was especially friendly and helpful. As usual, as Americans, we have found the beds to be hard and very uncomfortable, but that has been a common complaint at every place we've stayed. Overall, it was a good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very nice staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great trip - Axel Hotel was centrally located to everything we wanted to see and do.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Albert

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Avoid!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time I have stayed at Axel Hotel I find it offers a very convenient , comfortable and friendly environment I intend to book again when I visit my hometown again hopefully soon
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a bit of everything for any Gay traveler. Great hotel & amazing experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very stylish room , amazing gym
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

ABEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Joaquin was great when checking in. They also accommodated an early checkin. The things I didn't like was the bed was very hard and didn't get a good nights rest and the walls were thin and I could here people on both sides of me
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

CJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whenever I'm in barcelona i stay at the axel. Is very close to all the gay nightlife. Everything is minutes within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and friendly staff. Felt very safe coming back to the hotel late at night after drinking. So many bars close by and awesome rooftop for nights you want to just stay close. Definitely will try and stay at more Axel hotels around the world
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Mark

300 euros for a night and you get a bathroom like this! Sadly I found this hotel to be very tired on all areas, friends said I was unlucky to have a ‘non refurbed room’ but it didn’t come with a non refurbed price tag ! A few other things to mention. Terribly slow service in the bar from a team who looked totally bored to be there. In fact the whole attitude of the staff was lacking. Watch out for the elevators, you’ll wait a while in busy times. Visit the roof terrace for amazing views but again slow service and a really sad bar area. There are good points. The hotel could not be better located. If you want to explore the city it is perfect. Actually that is the only good point. Always wanted to stay here, total dissapointment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short but nice.

Our stay was short but nice. The rooftop bar has a great view and atmosphere. Rooms are clean with very nice showers.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location! Staff is awesome. Only negative was the mattress was terribly hard..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024