Motel One Barcelona-Ciutadella, Barcelona

Motel One Barcelona-Ciutadella - A design hotel with rooftop views, gin bar, and park-side location in El Born district

Located at the base of the artsy El Born district, this 301-room Barcelona hotel features modern air-conditioned accommodations with premium bedding, pillow menus, and exclusive organic toiletries. The property's design incorporates Spanish cement tiles, locally manufactured furniture by Patricia Urquiola, and carpets by Nanimarquina company, while Catalan artist Lara Costafreda's verdant headboard murals adorn the rooms. Motel One Barcelona-Ciutadella's L-shaped rooftop terrace provides views over Ciutadella Park, the sea, and the city skyline. The daily buffet breakfast, served until 11am, includes regional cheeses, deli meats, and fresh breads. The bar stocks 35 gin varieties and seven mixing tonics from across Europe. Eleven rooms include wheelchair accessibility features. Motel One is positioned just 5 minutes from Arc de Triomf, 1 mile from Passeig de Gràcia, and 20 minutes by public transport from the International Convention Center.

Pros

Spanish stone floors and local design elements create authentic architectural character

The patio space replicates a traditional Barcelona courtyard

Extensive European gin selection with specialized mixing tonics

Strategically located near major attractions including Sagrada Familia and La Rambla

Cons

Sound carries easily through hallways

12.5 miles distance from Barcelona-El Prat Airport