Pros

  • Central location on a pedestrian street in the Gothic Quarter
  • Beautiful 19th century building with neoclassical façade and a dramatic marble staircase
  • Decent-sized rooms with flat-screen TVs, minibars and marble bathrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Lovely small pool with lounge chairs
  • Pretty, relaxing garden with palm trees and seating area
  • Tent-like restaurant and a bar with contemporary decor
  • Access to the spa at sister property nearby
  • Quality breakfast buffet
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Cons

  • Some rooms are a little dark
  • No fitness center
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Bottom Line

The 84-room Catalonia Portal de l’Angel is a solid mid-range property with a few wonderful perks. It is housed in a beautiful 19th century palace, and even though it has been renovated, most stately features remain, including a grand marble staircase, an expansive garden, and a neoclassic facade. Rooms are a good size (at least by Barcelona standards), clean, and come equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and marble bathrooms. But the highlight here is the courtyard, which features a lovely pool and palm trees. The restaurant is housed in a glass-enclosed terrace overlooking the patio, and serves a plentiful breakfast buffet. The location, in the Gothic Quarter and a few blocks from the airport bus stop, is ideal for exploring the sights on foot.

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Amenities

  • Cribs
  • Fitness Center
  • Internet
  • Pets Allowed
  • Pool
  • Spa

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Catalonia Portal de l’Angel

Location

On a busy pedestrian street in the Gothic Quarter, within walking distance to most major attractions, shopping, and dining

The Catalonia Portal de l’Angel is located on a busy pedestrian street lined with stores and cafes. It is two blocks from Placa Catalunya, a main transportation hub that offers easy access to all metro lines, as well as to the airport bus. Major attractions, including the modernist architecture along Passeig de Gracia, the Cathedral of Barcelona, and the MACBA are all within easy walking distance. At times, the neighborhood can feel overrun by tourists, but it’s a wonderful base to explore the city on foot, and for longer distances, public transportation is right at hand.

Sitting on top of the original Roman settlement, the Gothic Quarter is the center of the old city and one of the largest remaining "Gothic Quarters" in the world. It boasts tons of historic buildings, with everything from the remains of Augustus's ancient temple to Els Quatre Gats, the restored pub that served as a main meeting spot for Modernists at the turn of the century. But perhaps the most visually stunning buildings are the many cathedrals. This is one of the most popular neighborhoods among tourists, and there are tons of restaurants (many al fresco), high-end shops, and specialty shops with local favorite souvenirs such as fans and espadrilles.

  • 20-minute drive to El Prat International Airport
  • 2-minute walk to Plaça Catalunya, the heart of the city
  • 3-minute walk to La Rambla
  • 11-minute walk to Picasso Museum
  • 11-minute walk to the Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA)
  • 14-minute walk to Ciutadella Park
  • 17-minute walk to La Pedrera and 11 minutes to Casa Batllo, wonderful examples of unique Modernist architecture
  • 13-minute subway ride to Sagrada Familia Cathedral
  • 16-minute subway ride to Barceloneta Beach and the waterfront
  • 7-minute subway ride, plus a 15-minute steep walk up to Güell Park, designed by acclaimed Catalan architect Antonio Gaudi
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Catalonia Portal de l’Angel

Location

On a busy pedestrian street in the Gothic Quarter, within walking distance to most major attractions, shopping, and dining

The Catalonia Portal de l’Angel is located on a busy pedestrian street lined with stores and cafes. It is two blocks from Placa Catalunya, a main transportation hub that offers easy access to all metro lines, as well as to the airport bus. Major attractions, including the modernist architecture along Passeig de Gracia, the Cathedral of Barcelona, and the MACBA are all within easy walking distance. At times, the neighborhood can feel overrun by tourists, but it’s a wonderful base to explore the city on foot, and for longer distances, public transportation is right at hand.

Sitting on top of the original Roman settlement, the Gothic Quarter is the center of the old city and one of the largest remaining "Gothic Quarters" in the world. It boasts tons of historic buildings, with everything from the remains of Augustus's ancient temple to Els Quatre Gats, the restored pub that served as a main meeting spot for Modernists at the turn of the century. But perhaps the most visually stunning buildings are the many cathedrals. This is one of the most popular neighborhoods among tourists, and there are tons of restaurants (many al fresco), high-end shops, and specialty shops with local favorite souvenirs such as fans and espadrilles.

  • 20-minute drive to El Prat International Airport
  • 2-minute walk to Plaça Catalunya, the heart of the city
  • 3-minute walk to La Rambla
  • 11-minute walk to Picasso Museum
  • 11-minute walk to the Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA)
  • 14-minute walk to Ciutadella Park
  • 17-minute walk to La Pedrera and 11 minutes to Casa Batllo, wonderful examples of unique Modernist architecture
  • 13-minute subway ride to Sagrada Familia Cathedral
  • 16-minute subway ride to Barceloneta Beach and the waterfront
  • 7-minute subway ride, plus a 15-minute steep walk up to Güell Park, designed by acclaimed Catalan architect Antonio Gaudi
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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Business Center

  • Cable

  • Cribs

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Fitness Center

  • Internet

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Mini Bar (with liquor)

  • Pets Allowed

  • Pool

  • Rental Car Service Desk Onsite

  • Room Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Spa

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