Olivia Balmes Hotel
Balmes, 117, Eixample, 08008 Barcelona, Spain – Excellent location - show map – Metro access
Excellent location — rated 9.4/10! (score from 1808 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
This is was amazing, comfy, espacious, clean, new, amazing pool with an amazing staff. I felt like home and was able to work at the lounge area and chill at the pool with an amazing bottle of white wine gifted by the Manager Carlos, same as my name.

Offering an outdoor swimming pool, Olivia Balmes Hotel is set 400 metres from Barcelona’s Passeig de Gracia, in the elegant Eixample neighbourhood. The modern hotel features stylish air-conditioned rooms and a restaurant. Each bright spacious room includes free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen satellite TV and a laptop safe. The contemporary bathrooms have an open-plan design. The hotel’s restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Olivia Balmes offers a sun terrace with an outdoor swimming pool and sun loungers. There is also a bar, serving cocktails and snacks, as well as several meeting rooms. Olivia Balmes Hotel has private parking and Barcelona Airport is around 20 minutes’ drive away. Plaza Catalunya is a 15-minute walk from the hotel and you can reach Gaudi’s famous Casa Batlló and La Pedrera within a 5-minute walk.
This is our guests' favourite part of Barcelona, according to independent reviews.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Olivia Balmes Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 11 Jul 2013.- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Very good breakfast
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- Carlos
Brazil
“This is was amazing, comfy, espacious, clean, new, amazing pool with an amazing staff. I felt like home and was able to work at the lounge area and chill at the pool with an amazing bottle of white wine gifted by the Manager Carlos, same as my name.” - Funda
Turkey
“Everything was very nice. The staff was very friendly and sincere. I was very pleased. Thank you very much.” - Jamie
United States
“We really enjoyed our stay! The room was comfortable and included everything we needed. The pool area was really nice and the gym was also well equipped for a hotel gym, plus both are on the roof deck with great city views. The staff were very...” - Alexandra
United Kingdom
“We were greeted by friendly staff at reception who made us feel very welcome. Our studio room was extremely clean and the ensuite bathroom was perfect. A really large bath and separate shower, plenty of hot water and pleasant lighting. Dinner on...” - Aveen
United Kingdom
“Lovely property in the centre of Barcelona great service! Amazing service via the staff especially Borja who gave us amazing recommendations for places to go and eat and made sure our stay was perfect! Thank you again , highly recommend” - Ian
United Kingdom
“Cool vibes. Beds where very comfy. Having the roof top pool was great” - Roxana
Romania
“It was a very pleasant stay, we will go back for sure. The staff is very friendly and attentive, the room was clean and the bed very comfortable. Quiet room and the hotel has a perfect location” - Joanna
Australia
“Great central location for visiting main attractions in Barcelona. Lots of cafes, restaurants and shops in east walking distance. Friendly, helpful staff.” - Sneha
United Kingdom
“Really lovely hotel for a short stay, centrally located to all attractions, friendly and pleasant staff who were always happy to help. Good rooms, loved the rainfall shower! Pool area was nice for a little break away from the heat.” - Jumana
United Kingdom
“Location is convenient, close to many retardants and different public transport. Walking distance to Placa de Catalunya, La Rambla, Casa Mila and Sagrada de Familia. The staff are very friendly and willing to always help and share places to visit.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Is there a shower?
Yes, all our Suite has one shower and one bathtub We remain at your disposal for any assistance you may require, Yours sincerely, Yaiza Martínez..Answered on 10 September 2019Hello, I have been cleared to travel to Spain on business. I wish to stay in your hotel 7th March - 12 March and travel to HP Graphics Academy in Sant..
Yes, we are accepting guest cominp from UK. Thank you very muchAnswered on 4 March 2021Hi, I saw that you are currently not accepting guests from certain countries. Do you accept guests from the Netherlands? Thanks
We accept guest from anywhere!!! :)Answered on 4 September 2021Hi, we’ve booked due to stay this week and just wondering if there is an iron included in the room or can we request from reception? Thanks
Appreciated Mr/Mrs. The hotel has board and iron, when you want it you can request it at reception just 5 minutes before. Best Regards. J.CárdenasAnswered on 25 May 2022Hi, Do all rooms have balcony and smoking allowed? Also do you provide a baby crib/cot for 1 year old?
Good morning, yes in the rooms with balcony you can smoke on the balcony. We also have a terrace on the 7th floor and you can also smoke there. In the..Answered on 30 April 2022Hi. Do you have gluten free breakfast and meal options in hotel? Or can you suggest places around the hotel? We have a celiac situation.
Dear client, We provide gluten free meals in our breakfast and in the restaurant menu. Also you will find more options located nearby the hotel, we w..Answered on 5 June 2022- Still looking?
Hotel surroundings *
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Seventeen
- CuisineMediterranean
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of Olivia Balmes HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Very good breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Hypoallergenic
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Car hire
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Wheelchair accessible
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Couples massage
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- MassageAdditional charge
- Solarium
- Fitness centre
- Catalan
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- Russian
- Chinese
Sustainable initiatives
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Olivia Balmes Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note, when booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Please note that guests must present the credit card used to make the reservation on arrival. If you are not the owner of the credit card used to make the reservation, please contact the property in advance.
If you require an invoice when booking a prepaid rate, please write this request and your company details in the Ask a question box.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Olivia Balmes Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.