Situated in the fashionable L’Eixample district, the Axel Hotel Barcelona & Urban Spa is one of the premiere gay-friendly Barcelona hotels. This stylish property delivers the “wow factor” in spades, from the hip vibe and swanky amenities to its central backdrop close to all the hotspots. Whether visiting for business or pleasure, guests will be thrilled by the warm hospitality and reasonable price tag of this innovative design hotel.

Guests are walking distance to the fantastic dining and entertainment of Las Ramblas, and Plaza Cataluña is just steps away. Nearby Paseo de Gracia is a veritable shopper’s paradise, boasting designers like Prada and Gucci; and the beautiful Casco Antiguo is ten minutes from the hotel. Housed in a lovingly restored art deco building, the Axel Hotel Barcelona features several smartly furnished public spaces, allowing guests to mingle in comfort and style.

A fitness room, sauna, steam bath, and host of relaxing spa treatments are located in the hotel’s luxurious wellness center.  Guests can dine in at the chic Gastrobar restaurant and enjoy drinks at the ground-level Pop Bar. But the rooftop lounge and pool is the real highlight of this modern property. An expansive sundeck offers spectacular city views, and the space transforms into a full-on party at night, with great cocktails and DJ-spun tunes. The sleek rooms are a model of contemporary design, and some have large balconies overlooking the city. 

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The Axel Hotel Barcelona is in fact very hetero-friendly, and welcomes all travelers to its trendy scene. In the evening, the rooftop Sky Bar is a melting pot of guests – including couples and families – enjoying the relaxing ambiance and killer city views. Flat panel TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, pillow menus and mini bars are standard in all of the rooms. The oversized Axel suites are extra posh, with private terraces and solariums for soaking up the city sights.

Awards & Accolades
- Travelers’ Choice Award (Coolest Hotels in Spain) 2012
- TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2012