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Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only

3.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with a rooftop terrace and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Terrace/patio
Premium Room (REC Life XL) | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi
Standard Room, Courtyard View (Quiet REC) | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi
Hallway
Dining
Hotel Rec Barcelona, in the city center, offers adult travelers a peaceful escape. The rooftop has an outdoor pool and poolside bar for relaxation. Travelers love the convenient location, WiFi in every room, satisfying breakfast options, and the helpful team enhancing each stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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Sep 14 - Sep 15
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Tomorrow

Sep 15 - Sep 16
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Premium Room (REC Life XL) | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Premium Room (REC Life XL)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, Courtyard View (Quiet REC) | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Room, Courtyard View (Quiet REC)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(114 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room (REC Life) | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Room (REC Life)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Carrer del Rec Comtal, 19, Barcelona, 08003

What's nearby

  • Arc de Triomf - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Barcelona Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Plaça de Catalunya - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • La Rambla - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sagrada Familia - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Arc de Triomf Station - 4 min walk
  • Barcelona (YJD-Barcelona-France Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Elsa y Fred - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar La Familia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Candela - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fismuler - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Quillo Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only

Eco-certified hotel near Barcelona Cathedral
Close to Plaça de Catalunya and La Rambla, Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A vending machine, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 99 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Biosphere, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 28 per day)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 17.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 5.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.
  • A damage deposit of EUR 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 17.5 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 28 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from April 01 to November 30
Pool access available from noon to 8:00 PM
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Hotel Rec Barcelona Adults
Hotel Rec Adults
Rec Barcelona Adults
Rec Barcelona Barcelona
Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only Hotel
Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only Barcelona
Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only Hotel Barcelona

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from noon–8:00 PM.

Is Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only?

Self parking is available for EUR 28 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only located?

Located in Downtown Barcelona, this eco-certified hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Arc de Triomf and Parc de la Ciutadella. Barcelona Cathedral and Plaça de Catalunya are also within 15 minutes. Arc de Triomf Station is only a 4-minute walk and Tetuan Station is 8 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Rec Barcelona - Adults only Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 699 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel perfect for a overnight stay before our cruise
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cumah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and you can walk a mile in any direction to see key areas of interest. Hotel staff were so pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel is nice area a walkable distance to most places. Spotless clean, lovely breakfast and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect central location. Amazing rooftop view. Friendly staff and fun social events.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in superb location, just across from Arc De Trimophe and edge of Gothic Quarter, 10 mins walk to beach. Location is ideal. Rooms very clean, huge beds and such comfortable pillows! Staff very friendly and super helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel in a great location walkable distance to most iconic places, metro station and local transportation are close. Friendly staff, breakfast was okay, the rooftop pool and bar just perfecf to cool down after a busy day. I highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, centrally located, terrace and pool is lovely, highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in process since we checked in online before arriving! The bed was huge and super comfy! Loved the rooftop space!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay! The rooftop pool is just perfect to cool down and enjoy the views. Loved the breakfast buffet and rooms were very spacious & clean. All staff were very friendly! Thank you, we will be back if we ever visit Barcelona again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got there very early and our room was ready for us. Great area for walking around and the hop on bus stop is right around the corner. Rooftop patio bar is very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location, staff was friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel location is great for touring the cities main attractions and sites. The staff were cheerful and always helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aljus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel,great location,not so safe outside specially late at night,too many homeless people in area right at front of the motel
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BLAIRE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time during my stay. This is located in a central area and I felt very safe as a solo traveler. I will be staying here again once I come back to Barcelona.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Edith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location easy access to trains and not far to walk to local attractions. Rooftop bar very relaxing and good views of the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my vacation here. I felt very safe as a solo traveler. The area was quiet but within walking distance of everything. I planned a bus trip out of town and the bus station was only a quick walk
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Zara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to explore the city. Good breakfast and facilities generally. All staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eloise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and the hotel is located in a really convenient spot with lots of restaurants and transport options nearby. Only improvement is the lack of fridge in the room for water etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Amenities
Modern , relaxed , clean. Nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place I've stayed here before, always outstanding
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very professional staff and very good service. Breakfast was excellent. Very comfortable stay during our stay. Well done to all of you. Reception, housekeeping, breakfast and bar staff amazing. We will definitely recommend to our friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooftop was the spot to be in the hotel. Views were great and staff very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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