In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 62 guest reviews of Ohla Eixample. Guests in the sample highlight Location, Service & staff and Food & restaurants. The most common complaints: Odd open-plan layouts, with a sink in the bedroom and a heavy, hidden toilet door. Some find breakfast limited, with no fresh juice and disappointing egg dishes.
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Offering a year-round outdoor pool with city views, Ohla Eixample is a stylish boutique hotel located 10 minutes’ walk from two of Gaudi’s major works, La Pedrera and Casa Batlló. There is free high-speed WiFi available throughout and a Clef d’Or Concierge service.
Each well-designed room comes with a large bed and a private bathroom with bath or a rainfall shower. There is a 55-inch flat-screen satellite TV with eRoom Cast, a minibar with local delicatessen and a free safe for laptops. A turndown service is also available.
The hotel also has the Lobby Bar, a meeting point for both locals and hotel guests; and the Sky Bar, a creative cocktail bar.
Guests can enjoy a selection of high-tech fitness equipment at the on-site gym; and beauty treatments and fashion services such as personal shopper are available on prior request.
Ohla Eixample is conveniently located in the Eixample District, in the modernist area locally known as Quadrat d’Or - Golden Square; within 5 minutes’ walk of the emblematic Diagonal Avenue, Rambla de Catalunya and Paseo de Gracia shopping boulevards. This urban building has an eye-catching ceramic façade, made from over 1000 carved pieces that represent Vivaldi’s Four Seasons.
Tripplo’s hotel summary
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 20 October 2026 · How we review hotels
This hotel suits food lovers wanting to stay in the upscale Eixample district. Highlighted features include a heated rooftop pool with city views and fine dining on site. Guests should be aware that busy surrounding streets can cause ambient noise, and there are limited on-site parking spaces.
Guests score it 9.0 out of 10 — the average across the 17 hotels we list in Barcelona is 8.9.
- Xerta Restaurant offers a refined culinary experience, showcasing authentic cuisine from the Ebro Delta region without requiring guests to leave the hotel.
- The year-round heated outdoor pool on the rooftop terrace provides a tranquil escape with panoramic views across Barcelona's architectural skyline.
- Due to the central location in Eixample, lower-floor rooms may experience some street traffic noise, though double-glazed windows mitigate most of the sound.
- Private parking is available on site but spaces are limited and require reservation, though alternative public garages are situated nearby.
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Prices at Ohla Eixample
When we last checked (23 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €751 in total (€376 per night).
Across our last 30 daily price checks, the nightly rate has ranged from €373 to €677.
Prices sampled daily by Tripplo for a two-adult stay about a month ahead, in EUR. Your dates may differ — use the price check to see live availability.
What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 62 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.
Food & restaurants
- +An excellent, varied breakfast that many single out
- +Tasty food and plenty of good places to eat in and around the hotel
- –Some find breakfast limited, with no fresh juice and disappointing egg dishes
- –Chaotic restaurant and bar service, and dinners that lacked flavour
- –The restaurant was closed for some guests who wanted to try it
”Breakfast excellent, staff most obliging, location very good.” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Warm, helpful staff, with a concierge who arranges restaurants, transfers and tours
- +Early check-in and upgrades for many guests
- +Genuine care when things go wrong, from cancelled flights to an injury
- –Slow, chaotic or indifferent service for some guests
- –Requests ignored, such as beds that were never separated
- –Confusion over payments at reception
”She was quick to set up everything from restaurants to transfers and tours, and was always there for any question.” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark
- +A rooftop pool with a bar, perfect after a day of sightseeing
- +A refreshing pool area with friendly service
- –Limited rooftop opening hours, with no swimming before breakfast
- –Balconies on the floor below get splashed by the pool
”After an exciting day of sightseeing, the rooftop pool and its bar are wonderful to enjoy.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- +Large, comfortable, modern rooms
- +Comfortable beds, especially with the pillow and linen options
- +Upgrades to suites and larger rooms
- –Odd open-plan layouts, with a sink in the bedroom and a heavy, hidden toilet door
- –Some rooms are small, dark or plainly furnished for the price
- –Rooms that did not match the category or photos that were booked
”Large, clean, beautiful rooms. Excellent breakfasts.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness
- +Very clean rooms and a well-kept, modern building
- –Rooms not cleaned on some days
- –Stains on carpets and an unwashed glass in the bar
”Awesome design, cleanliness and location.” — guest, translated
Location
- +A central spot in an elegant part of the city, close to upmarket shopping
- +Easy access to the metro and buses, and walking distance to the main sights
- +Plenty of restaurants nearby, in an area that feels safe
- –A couple of guests did not like the location
”Great location. Access to buses was easy, or you could walk to most major sights.” — guest, translated
Noise levels
- +Quiet rooms for some guests
- –Street-facing rooms pick up night-time noise such as bin lorries
- –Doors slamming in the corridors, and vibration from the metro below
”Constant rattling of bottles and bins at night. The room offered no protection from the noise at all.” — guest, translated
Value for money
- –Many feel the price is high for the quality on offer
- –Drinks and extras are expensive
”In my opinion, the price was out of proportion to the quality.” — guest, translated
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Ohla Eixample from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)?
Ohla Eixample is approximately 12.6 km from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) in a straight line, calculated from map coordinates. This is not a road distance or transfer time; check the route and transport options before booking.
How do guests rate Ohla Eixample?
Ohla Eixample is rated 4.6 out of 5 on Google, based on 1,308 reviews. On Booking.com it scores 9.0/10 from 1,296 guest reviews.
How many stars does Ohla Eixample have?
Ohla Eixample is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Ohla Eixample offer?
Ohla Eixample offers outdoor swimming pool, private Parking, free Wifi, airport shuttle, family rooms and non-smoking rooms.
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Còrsega, 289, Eixample