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Olivia Balmes Hotel

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#21 of 519 hotels in Barcelona
Location
4.7
Cleanliness
4.9
Service
4.8
Value
4.5
Travelers' Choice
Olivia Balmes Hotel is a modern city hotel, designed and built to satisfy the most demanding guests. With a 4-star superior rating, the hotel has 128 rooms, 5 meeting rooms with capacity for 200 people, restaurant, bar, terrace, solarium, gym and pool. All of these services combined with exquisite guest services from all Olivia Hotels staff will make your stay unforgettable.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Taxi service
Business Center with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Parking garage
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Rooftop pool
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Kid-friendly buffet
Poolside bar
Rooftop bar
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Rooftop terrace
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Sun terrace
Doorperson
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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Room features
Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Room service
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Safe
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Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
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HOTEL CLASS
4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Modern
Business
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, Catalan and 1 more

Location

Calle Balmes, 117, 08008 Barcelona Spain
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Olivia Balmes Hotel
5.0
5.0 of 5 bubbles3,554 reviews
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The Olivia Balmes Hotel garners accolades for its exceptional service, with staff often described as friendly and professional, though a few guests have experienced slower service. Its prime location earns high marks for being close to key attractions and dining. The spacious and clean rooms with modern amenities are well-received, while the hotel's amenities, including the pool, are appreciated despite some feedback on areas for improvement. While the atmosphere is admired for its modernity, opinions vary on the value, with some guests finding it overpriced.
Location
Central
Atmosphere
Chic
Rooms
Spacious
Value
Expensive
Cleanliness
Immaculate
Service
Friendly
Amenities
Top-notch
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Megankh wrote a review Mar 12
17 contributions1 helpful vote
Great hotel with a great location. Staff are really friendly, hotel rooms are really nice and spacious and cleaned daily. Hotel is well situated about a 12 min walk from La Rambla and close to all public transport links. Would deffo reccomend to stay here again! Rooftop pool is also gorgeous :)
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Free drink on arrival!
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Responded 4 days ago
Dear Guest, We would like to thank you for your words, especially for those ones concerning the service received at the Olivia Balmes hotel. We are very pleased to know that you loved the location, our cleanliness and facilities. Thank you for your time in reviewing your overall Olivia Balmes hotel experience. Kind regards,
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Trav80 wrote a review Feb 2024
London, United Kingdom57 contributions63 helpful votes
Excellent hotel , friendly and accommodating staff who are consistently helpful. Bottle of champagne was left in the room which was a nice touch We had our room upgraded on arrival which was greatly appreciated , would recommend highly and stay again when in Barcelona
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Feb 11, 2024
Dear guest, I would like to thank you very much for sharing your rates about Olivia Balmes Hotel. It felt particularly nice that you chose our hotel as your accommodation, and it is amazing that you had an excellent stay here. I hope that you will choose again this charming place as your accommodation, if your plans bring you back to Barcelona anytime in the future. Warm regards, Xavier R. – Front Desk Manager
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Jessica N wrote a review Feb 2024
Gothenburg, Sweden90 contributions55 helpful votes
I stayed the weekend in Barcelona between two business trips in the region. The hotel and the location was great. What makes it a top hotel for me was the service. The reception was the nicest and most professional I’ve met in a long time. Asking how I was, opening the door, printing and scanning, giving advice. I saw them giving this service to everyone. And the breakfast - excellent. I did not try the rooftop pool but it was open as well as the gym.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Traveled solo
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Responded Feb 4, 2024
Dear Mrs. Jessica, On behalf of the entire team at Olivia Balmes, we thank you for sharing the details of your visit to our hotel on TripAdvisor. Is our pleasure to read your comments like yours, and we are glad to know that you had an excellent stay with us! We really appreciate your positive words, which describe the attention and passion of all of our staff. We work with one goal every day, which is our guest satisfaction, that’s the reason why we are always looking to connect with our guest during their stay with the goal of improve their stay. Our Team works hard to ensure that our guests receive the highest level of service available. Please let us know when you will be returning to Barcelona, as we would love to welcome you back as our guest. Warm Regards, Xavier R. - Front Desk Manager
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Sightsee21510054302 wrote a review Jan 2024
2 contributions
Visited Barcelona, stay here for 4 night, it was a amazing experience for me and my bestie... Hotel location is near City Centre, very comfort. Receptionist at counter very friendly and always there for you.. We reach earlier before the check in time at 12nn, our room is ready and room was upgrade to suite. I request cake and flower before we reach Barcelona since my bestie birthday, the make it so special beyond my thought. Tq for the great experience, definitely we will come back again to this hotel, strongly recommended
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Ecommerce Olivia Hotels, Atención al cliente/recepción at Olivia Balmes Hotel
Responded Jan 30, 2024
Dear guest, Thank you for taking time to share your Olivia Balmes Hotel experience with the TripAdvisor community. Is our pleasure to read comments like yours! We are glad to know that you loved your stay, however what make us prouder are your excellent comments about our staff; you can be sure that we will share those with every one of them! Our staff works with one goal every day, which is our guest’s satisfaction, so we are very happy to know that you had an excellent stay with us! Please let us know when you will be returning to Barcelona, as we would love to welcome you back as our guest. Kind regards, Xavier R. - Front Desk Manager
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Jem N wrote a review Jan 2024
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Great stay. Staff were very warm and welcoming and ready to help wherever they could. Lovely clean accommodation! Breakfast was good, however some changes in the morning menu would benefit especially if there for a longer stay. Very nice hotel! Great service!
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Ecommerce Olivia Hotels, Atención al cliente/recepción at Olivia Balmes Hotel
Responded Jan 8, 2024
Dear Jemn, Thank you for sharing your positive opinion on Tripadvisor following your stay at Olivia Balmes. We are happy to know that you had an enjoyable stay with us. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank you for your compliments towards our colleagues. We have also taken good note of your constructive comments in regards to our breakfast menu, rest assured we will address it with our colleagues concerned in order to improve. We look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back to Olivia Balmes hotel in the near future! Yours sincerely, Xavier R. - Front Desk Manager
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Tang2013 wrote a review Jan 2024
Ithaca, New York, Usa15 contributions2 helpful votes
I really like this hotel, not only because of the nice and clean rooms and its good location but also because of the awesome staff at the front desk. Walid helped us find a doctor when my daughter got sick, Josep recommended many nice restaurants, and Adrian always warmly welcomed us back to the hotel. They consistently answered my questions and provided a lot of assistance. I'd also like to express gratitude to Cintia and Kaur for cleaning our room every day.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Trip type: Traveled with family
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Responded Jan 8, 2024
Dear Tang, We would like to thank you for sharing your excellent experience on Tripadvisor following your stay at Olivia Balmes. We are glad to know that you had a wonderful stay with us and that you appreciated our rooms, location and cleaning. We would like to thank you for your kind words towards our colleagues, specially Walid, Josep, Adrian, Cintia and Kaur, we are pleased to realise that they contributed to make your stay memorable. We are looking forward to welcoming you back to Olivia Balmes hotel, Yours sincerely, Xavier R. - Front Desk Manager
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Asha wrote a review Dec 2023
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Excellent customer service, especially from Walid and Javier. With the booking made to celebrate my birthday, staff were friendly and went beyond to accommodate this and make it special. Rooms were spacious and clean, with great facilities. Rooftop pool area was great to relax in and gym looked good too. Fantastic hotel in a great location within walking distance of many restaurants, shops and excursions. I would definitely stay there again.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Responded Dec 29, 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you for choosing Olivia Balmes Hotel on your last stay in Barcelona. We are pleased to know your experience at the hotel has been highly reviewed. We have well noted your comments in order to keep improving and offering high standard levels of services to our guest. We all hope to welcome you back soon. Sincerely, Xavier R . - Front Desk Manager
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michaelibeh wrote a review Dec 2023
Nieuw-Vennep, The Netherlands1 contribution
My 2nd stay at the Balmes and the experience is always GREAT. Nice welcome, humble staffs, great location to the best Tapas in the city only a walking distance. I definitely would recommend this hotel.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
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Responded Dec 24, 2023
Dear Mr. Michael, We would like to thank you for sharing your excellent experience on TripAdvisor following your stay at our hotel. We are glad to know that you had a wonderful stay with us and that you appreciated location and views. We are looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Yours sincerely Xavier R. - Front Desk Manager
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Chalermsri C wrote a review Dec 2023
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The staff there are very professional, helpful and friendly. The location is great, only 10-15 minutes walk to the famous walking street. Many good restaurants and café nearby, every corner of each block. The hotel room is very modern and new, not big but very nice and practical. Free wifi. Good breakfast! Highy recommended! Definitely coming back here again ❤️😍.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: A great restaurant nearby called Carnal.
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Birago wrote a review Dec 2023
Amasaman, Ghana1 contribution
I enjoyed my 3 days stay at Olivia Balmes Hotel mainly due to the reasons below: a. The beauty and set-up of the hotel. Very accommodating and the presence of USB ports and 3pin ports in the hotel rooms. b. I was nicely received by its workers and during my entire stay, my needs were met exceptionally
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
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Responded Dec 3, 2023
Dear guest, We are delighted to know that you had one of your best stays with us and that you appreciated our service and the beauty of the hotel. I would like to thank you for your kind compliments towards our colleagues, we are happy to learn that they contributed to make your stay memorable. We look forward to the pleasure of welcoming you back to Olivia Balmes Hotel! Yours sincerely, Xavier R. - Front Desk Manager
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PRICE RANGE
$178 - $348 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
SpainCataloniaProvince of BarcelonaBarcelonaEixample / L'Antiga Esquerra de l'Eixample
NUMBER OF ROOMS
128
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Frequently Asked Questions about Olivia Balmes Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Olivia Balmes Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Passeig de Gracia (0.3 miles), Casa Milà - La Pedrera (0.3 miles), and HEMINGWAY - Gins & Cocktails (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Olivia Balmes Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a rooftop bar, free wifi, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Olivia Balmes Hotel?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Olivia Balmes Hotel?
Guests can enjoy a rooftop bar, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Olivia Balmes Hotel?
Yes, a parking garage and paid private parking on-site are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Olivia Balmes Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Abanic Restaurant, Tino, esto no es una pizza, and Le Romane.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Olivia Balmes Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness center during their stay.
Is Olivia Balmes Hotel located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.7 miles away from the center of Barcelona.
Are any cleaning services offered at Olivia Balmes Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Olivia Balmes Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business center, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Olivia Balmes Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, Italian, and Catalan.