Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only

4.0 star property
4-star adults-only hotel near Passeig de Gràcia

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Front of property
Poolside bar
Lobby
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Explore the area

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Aribau 33, Barcelona, 08011
  • Place, Casa Batllo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, La Rambla
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaça de Catalunya
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Barcelona (BCN-Barcelona Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room Single Use

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

Deluxe Room

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

Axel Basic Single Use

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Double Room

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

Premium Double Room Single Use

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

Axel Basic

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

City Single Use Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

City Double Room

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

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About the neighborhood

Barcelona

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

What's nearby

  • Casa Batllo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Passeig de Gràcia - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • La Rambla - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Plaça de Catalunya - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sagrada Familia - 4 min drive - 1.6 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
  • ‪Gingin - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Garage Beer Co. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pepa Pla - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only

4-star adults-only hotel near Passeig de Gràcia
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 16 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
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 16 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 & Urban
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Hotel Axel
Axel Hotel Barcelona Catalonia
Axel Hotel Barcelona Urban Spa
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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 Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Axel Hotel Barcelona - Adults Only on Oct 27, 2025 start from $196.72, 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 2.9 mi (19-min drive) from Barceloneta Beach and 12.8 mi (28-min drive) from Castelldefels 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 16 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. 513 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 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

10/10 Excellent

Peng

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at Axel. The staff were very accommodating and the room was clean. The neighborhood is a lovely place to walk around. Will definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marysa, Oslo

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

6/10 Okay

Paul

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

Party Central Poor Accommodation

Great location, central for everything and close to bars and entertainment with the hotel having a good bar also and mainly friendly clientele. The quality of the accommodation however is poor, room we stayed in was very run down and not cleaned well. The hotel is not value for money but a a good time can be had here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rosario

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great area. However the air conditioning was not working. There were many other guests complaining about he same issue. The WIFI was a joke so to h. Wry unstable connection and quite slow. I believe that for the price charged a proper air conditioning and a working internet is a must
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness
Very disappointed in this hotel … first we could not get the door to work … ok they fixed it within 30 minutes so not bad … the next day when I asked for another towel there was only one in the room … I was told to go chase the cleaning crew and get one from her I said I was on my way out and ask if they could simply send them a message a hot a will grumpy look and finally the gym did not open till 10 am … a little late for my liking
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Albert

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

4/10 Poor

Simon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aaron

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - the service and the room was well below what we had expected and experienced at other locations in Barcelona. The rooms AC would not work - the front desk would not look unit. They offered fan - not even a change of room. There was mold in out shower caulking and the curtains were half fallen off in our room. The housekeepers were AMAZING and the breakfast staff were lovely! The bar staff on the 7th floor were very slow. It took 28 minutes to get one drink on a Tuesday night. Deplorable. We paid nearly $500 for a horrible experience. I would like a refund for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed!!

Disappointing! We stayed at this hotel last about 15yrs ago, hence we returned hopefully to experience the same great service, this was not to be!! Staff unhelpful & I would go as far as to say rude, no “can do attitude”just a constant no. Air conditioning that wouldn’t work & no option to change rooms & the promised fan failed to turn up at all. The best thing about this hotel was the breakfast buffet although most of the hot items were a little dried up. I won’t be returning, plenty of other quality hotels in the area to choose from, this hotel now feels like a budget chain.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay as always. Great location near shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well situated. The "Adult only" meant Gay welcomed. For a regular couple, its a bit embarassing because all publicities and images were provocative of men half naked kissing and touching. We felt strange and didn't want to go to the pool or bar because my husband didn't feel confortable. We have many gay friends but it was really too much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is amazing but the room had a horrible bathroom adaptation with an open shower that was making everything a mess, when we got there it had water all over the floor and when we request just to clean it the front desk staff offered to changing us to another room that had the same issue! Plus they were very rude. Very disappointed experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vazgen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pictures of room on website do not represent the actual room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benancio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

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

Barcelona

Great staff - great location- only negative rooms just to warm hard to sleep!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Eman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sadis

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Other than AC not working which wasn’t a big deal this time of year everything was great with the hotel. Would stay again. Close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very sexy hotel. The bar was fun each night, and the rooms were amazing. If you have the rooms with the access to outdoor smoking area, you might get lucky with a hot visitor looking for fun. Exhibitionists would love
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025