Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only

4.0 star property
4-star adults-only hotel near La Rambla

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Front of property
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Rooftop terrace
Poolside bar
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Aribau 33, Barcelona, 08011
  • Place, University of Barcelona
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Passeig de Gràcia
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, La Rambla
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Barcelona (BCN-Barcelona Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Double Room Single Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

City Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Axel Basic

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Axel Basic Single Use

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

City Single Use Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Barcelona

Eixample stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Eixample hotel, you'll find Rambla de Catalunya and Passeig de Gràcia. La Rambla and Plaça de Catalunya are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Barcelona - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rambla de Catalunya - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Passeig de Gràcia - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Casa Batllo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • La Rambla - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

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
  • ‪Micu Maku - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only

4-star adults-only hotel near La Rambla
Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and 2 meeting rooms. A sauna, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the boutique Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only.

This Art Deco Barcelona hotel is smoke free.

  • 105 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. This Barcelona hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 17 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 25 per day (328 ft away)
  • Spa fee: EUR 20

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

The listed optional spa fee is charged 20 EUR per person, per hour to access the spa area.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Axel Barcelona Urban Spa
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Axel Hotel Barcelona Catalonia
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only to the airport?

Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only is 9.1 mi (29-min drive) away from the Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jan 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only on Jan 13, 2026 start from $78.97, 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.

Does Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only.

How close is Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only to the beach?

This hotel is 2.6 mi (22-min drive) from Barceloneta Beach and 3.2 mi (23-min drive) from Nova Icaria Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 17 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Barcelona (6-min drive) is nearby.

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.

Is there free parking at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only have a pool?

Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only features an outdoor pool.

Does Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only have a restaurant?

Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only is home to Nikkei 103, which features Peruvian cuisine.

Does Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages.

How close is Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only to downtown Barcelona?

Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only is 0.7 mi away from Barcelona.

Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1004 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

2/10 Terrible

Aiden

Traveled with partner
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

Carlos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is great and the was staff very professional. No complaints. The only issue we had was the fact that one day they were out of towels and we had no towels in our room. Everything else was fine.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Can

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

jorge

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

It's okay, not quite worth the price.

The rooms are not bad. They're okay for a night. Although there is quite a bit of noise from the hotel bars/events. In terms of being an LGBT hotel, most of the patrons are heterosexual couples, which is fine but, not when you specifically elect to stay at an LGBT hotel. The staff can be short and rude.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas Lee

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not worth the price.

The room was tiny and had internal stairs with no railing that was tough to negotiate in the dark. Definitely not worth the price.
Stayed 1 night 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

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Your room key serves as the way to turn the lights on, which often makes you forget. The property was very clean and the front staff was pretty friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness

Average comfort

We have stayed at Axel Hotel in Barcelona. The hotel is perfectly located, but the rooms are lacking proper AC and the beds are not very comfortable. Front desk does not respond to reported issues. The TV's are dated without offering a smart option. The experience was average.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

robert

Business traveler

axel

my second ‘not so great’ stay here
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

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

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with group
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

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff are great and gave good recommendations. The rooftop patio is awesome with great views The roommates are super outdated. I kept saying to myself that I felt like I was duped. The hotel room felt like staying in a crumby American style road side motel. Like I feel the price I paid was literally just because the hotel is gay. Which is very nice don’t get me wrong. But in retrospect that was definitely not enough and I would have stayed somewhere better with the money I spent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my time here. Lovely staff, good vibes!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Luther

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel dated hasn’t kept up with times but remains fully booked so not so important. Bar staff (when things are actually open ) very preoccupied so you’re the last priority.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergey, Staten Island

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely Outstanding Stay – 10/10 Stars! From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the exceptional service. Every single staff member is incredibly attentive, responsive, and genuinely eager to help with anything I asked for. They truly work together as one perfectly coordinated team, always making sure every request is fulfilled quickly and with a smile. The hotel’s location is just perfect. Close to everything, yet peaceful and quiet. My room was spotlessly clean, with all amenities working flawlessly, plenty of hot and cold water, and modern electronic key access. There are multiple elevators, so there’s never a wait. The food? Absolutely delicious. Every meal was a pleasure. Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners were simply amazing, with an outstanding fusion of flavors. The sushi and Spanish cuisine were exceptional, and the menu offered an enormous variety to choose from. This hotel truly exceeded all my expectations. I have only the warmest and most pleasant memories of my stay here, and I highly, highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for the perfect place to stay.
The view from the rooftop
The view from the rooftop
My room
The view from my room
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in late on a Friday night (our flight was 3 hours late). The lobby was packed with clubgoers and the desk staff was occupied dealing with a problem guest. We must have looked exhausted and Tamara, the club manager must have noticed. She told us to join her upstairs for a drink once we got settled. It was so welcoming and lovely to be seen at that moment. Thank you for this kindness, Tamara! The room was fantastic. The stained glass balcony was gorgeous and perfect for photos and/or a morning coffee. Neighborhood was safe, walkable and fun. I would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025