Hotel Barcelona Universal

This luxury hotel is situated near the tourist centre of Barcelona. There are copious shops in the area immediately surrounding the hotel. There are also scores of restaurants, bars and nightclubs nearby. The nearest public transport links are just a stone's throw away.

7 suites and 159 double rooms are located on 10 storeys and can be reached by lift. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional amenities include a TV room, a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a car hire service, medical assistance, room service, an alarm call service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. A business centre with fax machine, projector and photocopier is available.

Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. The rooms have a king-size bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a plug adapter and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub and a bidet. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and a telephone are provided. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. A terrace with sun loungers and parasols is available. Refreshing drinks are served at the poolside snack bar. Leisure activities and facilities at the hotel include golf, a gym, callisthenics, aerobics, massage treatments and a solarium or, for a fee, cycling/mountain biking.

Dining facilities include a non-smoking restaurant, a café and a bar. Half board can be booked. A generous breakfast buffet, lunch and a dinner à la carte offer plenty of delicious variety. Diet meals and gluten-free meals can be prepared on request. In addition, special catering options and snacks are available.