Guesthouse Pension Ciudadela

Carrer del Comerç, 33, Ciutat Vella, 08003 Barcelona, Spain – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 646 reviews)

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9.2
Wonderful
646 reviews

she let us check in at 12 noon from a Long overseas flight!!! nice to have frig with freezer with ice(Aldi grocery across ped st sells bags of ice also if it runs out). microwave & kettle with coffee & tea & muffins/danish. loved the roof top terrace with 3 diff seating areas with plants & flowers: very pretty. we will def stay here again now that we have found this gem.

Patty United States of America

Nice neighborhood. Lots of restaurants and bars near by. Great staff. Very clean.

Julia United States of America

A very nicely designed pension with back-friendly beds and friendly-helpful staff.

Marek United States of America

place is very clean, hospitality and very good service. really a place to stay in barcelona

Racquel United Arab Emirates

Location, reception, cleanliness, comfort. Café downstairs, on corner, serves morning coffee and has the best croissants. There is a shared fridge in Pension for your use. Some coffee capsules are available with powdered milk and sugar. The Host is extremely friendly and helpful. It was a pleasure to stay here. Short walk to 7 Portes restaurant, train station across Blvd. Born district walkable, lots of good gelato nearby! Best of all, COLD air con!

Arlette United States of America

Sparkly clean everyday Great location Big windows, high ceilings.

Guillermo United States of America

The room and hotel were very clean. The man that checked us in was friendly. The roof top terrace was still very nice.

Ben United States of America

A brand-new hostel in the elder, but refurbished facility looks astonishing and outstanding with remarkable terrace on the roof of the build. There is train stacion next to the hostel, yet it was pretty silent during our nights. Besides, there is a plenty of sightseeings nearby the hostel. Everything is automated and digital for admission.

Artur Latvia

Wonderful location, wonderful hospitality, rooftop terrace

Veronica United States of America

Perfect location, nice easy stroll both to the marina and beach or into the city centre. Spotlessly clean common area and room. Fresh towels everyday. Option to leave our luggage after checkout on our last day. Staff very friendly and helpful. Roof terrace lovely for a late afternoon drink.

Sarah United Kingdom
9.2
Wonderful
646 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “she let us check in at 12 noon from a Long overseas flight!!! nice to have frig with freezer with ice(Aldi grocery across ped st sells bags of ice also if it runs out).”
    Patty Patty United States of America United States of America
  • “Nice neighborhood. Lots of restaurants and bars near by. Great staff. Very clean.”
    Julia Julia United States of America United States of America
  • “A very nicely designed pension with back-friendly beds and friendly-helpful staff.”
    Marek Marek United States of America United States of America
  • “place is very clean, hospitality and very good service. really a place to stay in barcelona”
    Racquel Racquel United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
  • “Location, reception, cleanliness, comfort. Café downstairs, on corner, serves morning coffee and has the best croissants. There is a shared fridge in Pension for your use.”
    Arlette Arlette United States of America United States of America
  • “Sparkly clean everyday Great location Big windows, high ceilings.”
    Guillermo Guillermo United States of America United States of America
  • “The room and hotel were very clean. The man that checked us in was friendly. The roof top terrace was still very nice.”
    Ben Ben United States of America United States of America
  • “A brand-new hostel in the elder, but refurbished facility looks astonishing and outstanding with remarkable terrace on the roof of the build.”
    Artur Artur Latvia Latvia
  • “Wonderful location, wonderful hospitality, rooftop terrace”
    Veronica Veronica United States of America United States of America
  • “Perfect location, nice easy stroll both to the marina and beach or into the city centre. Spotlessly clean common area and room. Fresh towels everyday.”
    Sarah Sarah United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff 9.7
  • Facilities 9.2
  • Cleanliness 9.5
  • Comfort 9.3
  • Value for money 9.4
  • Location 9.7
  • Free WiFi9.0
High score for Barcelona

Stay in the heart of Barcelona – Excellent location – show map

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This property is a 11-minute walk from the beach. Pension Ciudadela guest house is opposite Barcelona’s França Train Station and 350 feet from Ciudadela Park. It offers basic air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, and private bathroom facilities.

All rooms at the Ciudadela are heated, and there is a TV. Most rooms have a work desk and a private balcony.

The central location means there are many bars and restaurants within a short walk.

Barcelona’s Born district is 350 feet away, and Barceloneta Beach is a 10-minute walk away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Barcelona, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Pension Ciudadela has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Mar 18, 2011

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Elevator
Air conditioning

Property Highlights

Located in the real heart of Barcelona, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

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Closest beaches
  • Barceloneta Beach

    Barceloneta Beach

    8.0 Very good beach
    2,800 feet from property
  • Somorrostro Beach

    Somorrostro Beach

    8.2 Very good beach
    2,800 feet from property
  • Sant Miquel Beach

    Sant Miquel Beach

    8.3 Very good beach
    3,250 feet from property
  • Sant Sebastian Beach

    Sant Sebastian Beach

    8.1 Very good beach
    4,250 feet from property
  • Nova Icaria Beach

    Nova Icaria Beach

    8.3 Very good beach
    4,650 feet from property
  • Bogatell Beach

    Bogatell Beach

    8.2 Very good beach
    1.2 miles from property
  • Mar Bella Beach

    Mar Bella Beach

    8.2 Very good beach
    1.5 miles from property
  • Nova Mar Bella Beach

    Nova Mar Bella Beach

    8.3 Very good beach
    1.9 miles from property

Guest reviews

9.2
Wonderful · 646 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff 9.7
  • Facilities 9.2
  • Cleanliness 9.5
  • Comfort 9.3
  • Value for money 9.4
  • Location 9.7
  • Free WiFi9.0
High score for Barcelona

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  • Patty United States of America

    “she let us check in at 12 noon from a Long overseas flight!!! nice to have frig with freezer with ice(Aldi grocery across ped st sells bags of ice also if it runs out). microwave & kettle with coffee & tea & muffins/danish. loved the roof top terrace with 3 diff seating areas with plants & flowers: very pretty. we will def stay here again now that we have found this gem.”

  • Julia United States of America

    “Nice neighborhood. Lots of restaurants and bars near by. Great staff. Very clean.”

  • Marek United States of America

    “A very nicely designed pension with back-friendly beds and friendly-helpful staff.”

  • Racquel United Arab Emirates

    “place is very clean, hospitality and very good service. really a place to stay in barcelona”

  • Arlette United States of America

    “Location, reception, cleanliness, comfort. Café downstairs, on corner, serves morning coffee and has the best croissants. There is a shared fridge in Pension for your use. Some coffee capsules are available with powdered milk and sugar. The Host is extremely friendly and helpful. It was a pleasure to stay here. Short walk to 7 Portes restaurant, train station across Blvd. Born district walkable, lots of good gelato nearby! Best of all, COLD air con!”

  • Guillermo United States of America

    “Sparkly clean everyday Great location Big windows, high ceilings.”

  • Ben United States of America

    “The room and hotel were very clean. The man that checked us in was friendly. The roof top terrace was still very nice.”

  • Artur Latvia

    “A brand-new hostel in the elder, but refurbished facility looks astonishing and outstanding with remarkable terrace on the roof of the build. There is train stacion next to the hostel, yet it was pretty silent during our nights. Besides, there is a plenty of sightseeings nearby the hostel. Everything is automated and digital for admission.”

  • Veronica United States of America

    “Wonderful location, wonderful hospitality, rooftop terrace”

  • Sarah United Kingdom

    “Perfect location, nice easy stroll both to the marina and beach or into the city centre. Spotlessly clean common area and room. Fresh towels everyday. Option to leave our luggage after checkout on our last day. Staff very friendly and helpful. Roof terrace lovely for a late afternoon drink.”

Property questions and answers
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  • Is there a hairdryer available in the bathroom of the double room with private bathroom? Does this room have a balcony as well?
    Hello, all our double rooms have balcony and all our rooms do have a hairdryer and amenities! Warm regards, Pension Ciudadela
    Answered on March 16, 2021
  • hi! ıs it possible for me to choose single room with balcony?
    Hello, our single room has no balcony. W may offer you a double room with a discount, if it is a single use.
    Answered on December 29, 2020
  • Is there parking available?
    Hello, We do not have parking in the Hotel, but nearby there are private parkings, one of them have an agreement with us, and the price is 24 euros for 24 hours. Warm regards, Pension Ciudadela
    Answered on January 14, 2020
  • Hello, can you arrange for private taxi from the airport? If so how much? I land at 16:30 Friday 4th and my return flight is at 19:50 Sunday 6th.
    Hello, we suggest you take a taxi from the airport when you arrive, it would be the best and easy. We do not have private shuttles from Airport to hotel. From the hotel to the airport we can arrange it without problem. Warm regards,
    Answered on January 30, 2022
  • Hi, my flight lands at 11pm at Barcelona airport, would I be able to check in around or after 12am??
    Hello, Yes it is possible, but we have to organize ourselves by messages or call. Kind regards, Pension CIudadela.
    Answered on December 14, 2020

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Host Info

9.7
Host Review Score
Pension Ciudadela is a small renovated Pension in the main center of Barcelona, in the Born's neighborhood, full of small ateliers of artisans. It has been fully renovated so all of its installations are new! We hope to create a little space of calm and relax in our place.
We are a family that love to travel so we understand the importance of your Hollidays.
Born's neighborhood is a very cosmopolitan place, full of small coffees, restaurants and little ateliers of local artisans. Is is in the center of Barcelona and next to the beach, its location is perfect!
Languages spoken: Catalan,English,Spanish,French
Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Born Cultural Centre
    0.1 miles
  • La Seca Theatre
    0.1 miles
  • Santa Maria del Mar
    0.2 miles
  • Picasso Museum
    0.2 miles
  • Chocolate Museum
    0.2 miles
  • European Museum of Modern Art
    0.2 miles
  • Museum of Catalan History
    0.2 miles
  • Barcelona Zoo
    0.3 miles
Top attractions
  • Placa Reial
    0.6 miles
  • Plaça Catalunya
    0.8 miles
  • Port Olimpic
    0.8 miles
  • Tivoli Theatre
    0.8 miles
  • Passeig de Gracia
    0.9 miles
  • Casa Batllo
    1.1 miles
  • Sagrada Familia
    1.4 miles
  • Montjuïc
    1.8 miles
  • Sants Railway Station
    2.4 miles
  • Tibidabo
    4.3 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Barceloneta Beach
    2,800 feet
  • Somorrostro Beach
    2,800 feet
  • Sant Miquel Beach
    3,250 feet
  • Sant Sebastian Beach
    4,250 feet
  • Nova Icaria Beach
    4,650 feet
Public transit
  • Train Estació de França Train Station
    0 miles
  • Subway Jaume I Metro Station
    0.3 miles
Closest Airports
  • Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    8.2 miles
  • Girona-Costa Brava Airport
    46.5 miles
  • Reus Airport
    55.8 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Pension Ciudadela

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Elevator
Air conditioning
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages Spoken
  • Catalan
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Pension Ciudadela takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

1:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 10 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free
Extra bed by request
€ 10 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed by request
€ 10 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Pension Ciudadela accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Guests are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance of their estimated time of arrival. This can be noted in the Comments Box during booking, or by contacting the property using the contact details found on the Booking Confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Please inform Pension Ciudadela of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Pension Ciudadela

  • Pension Ciudadela is 0.8 miles from the center of Barcelona.

  • The prices at Pension Ciudadela may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Pension Ciudadela by:

    • Train 40min

  • The nearest beach is 2,950 feet from Pension Ciudadela.

  • Room options at Pension Ciudadela include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Single
    • Family

  • Check-in at Pension Ciudadela is from 1:00 AM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Pension Ciudadela offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):