Hotel España Ocean Drive
A newly renovated four-star with a pool, a good breakfast, and Barcelona at the door.
A place to stay in Barcelona
Hotel España Ocean Drive is a four-star hotel in Barcelona, newly renovated and rated 8.6/10 by over a thousand guests. The property has an outdoor swimming pool, a sun deck with outdoor furniture, an on-site restaurant and bar, and room service. Breakfast has drawn particular praise. Rooms range from 16 m² Boutique Rooms up to a 76 m² Suite with Terrace. Every category includes air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, soundproofing, and a coffee machine. The hotel accepts pets and has facilities for guests with disabilities.
Is this stay right for you?
A well-equipped four-star in Barcelona with a pool, solid breakfast, and recently refreshed rooms across a wide range of sizes and price points.
Best for
- Travellers wanting a pool in the city
- Couples or solo guests after a compact but comfortable stay
- Pet owners
- Those needing family rooms
Less suited to
- Guests expecting a large suite on a tight budget
- Travellers who need an in-room kitchen
Outdoor pool and sun deck
The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool with a sun deck and outdoor furniture. It is a practical draw in Barcelona's warmer months and an uncommon feature for a city hotel at this price level.
Rooms from boutique to suite
Six room categories span 16 m² to 76 m². The Suite with Terrace reaches 76 m² and has a sofa bed alongside the queen bed, making it the most spacious option. Every room has soundproofing and a coffee machine.
Terraces and city views
The Deluxe Room with Terrace at 30 m² and the Suite with Terrace both look out over the city. The terrace rooms sit at the upper end of the rate range, from €537 and €759 respectively.
Breakfast worth noting
Breakfast is flagged as a hotel highlight and has earned specific praise in guest feedback. It can be taken in the room or in the restaurant. The bar and snack bar round out the on-site food and drink options.
Where you'll stay
Deluxe Room with Balcony
24.0 m² · sleeps 2
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
Superior Room
18.0 m² · sleeps 2
- Inner courtyard view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
Deluxe Room
26.0 m² · sleeps 2
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
- Coffee machine
Deluxe Room with Terrace
30.0 m² · sleeps 2
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
The highlights
Inside Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated
Amenities at Hotel España Ocean Drive - Newly Renovated
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Free Wifi
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
Where it is
5 sights nearby, the closest being Gran Teatre del Liceu at 50 m; the nearest station, Liceu, is 160 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Gran Teatre del Liceuattraction50 m
- Església de Sant Agustí Nouplace of worship70 m
- Jardí de la Casa Ignasi de Puiggarden160 m
- Palau Güellattraction170 m
- Erotic Museummuseum250 m
Getting around
- Liceustation160 m
- La Rambla | Drassanesstation440 m
Direct-line distances, measured from the property; data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across more than 1,000 reviews, guests give the hotel 8.6/10. The themes that come up most positively are staff, location, and comfort. Breakfast is singled out as a highlight. The recent renovation appears to factor into comfort scores, and the pool is a recurring point of satisfaction.
- Staff9.3
- Facilities8.6
- Cleanliness8.9
- Comfort9
- Value For Money8.3
- Location9.2
- Free Wifi8.7
Reviews scoring 9–10: 25 · average 9.7
They wrote about: staff, location, breakfast
Reviews scoring 7–9: 5 · average 8
They wrote about: location, breakfast, staff
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Based on guest reviews published on sites that partner with Booking.
Things to know
Policies & house rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
- Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
Your questions
Where exactly is the hotel located?
The hotel is in Barcelona, Spain. The guest feedback specifically calls out location as one of the property's strongest points, though the hotel does not publish specific distance claims to landmarks.
Is there parking at the hotel?
Parking is not listed among the hotel's facilities. If parking is a priority, it is worth contacting the hotel directly before booking.
Does the hotel offer an airport shuttle?
Yes. An airport shuttle is available.
What room types are available?
There are six categories: Boutique Room (16 m²), Superior Room (18 m²), Deluxe Room with Balcony (24 m²), Deluxe Room (26 m²), Deluxe Room with Terrace (30 m²), and Suite with Terrace (76 m²). Rates start from €284.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is available and has been highlighted positively by guests. Whether it is included in a given rate depends on the booking option selected. Breakfast in the room is also an option.
Is the hotel pet-friendly?
Yes. The hotel accepts pets and has designated pet-friendly rooms. It is advisable to confirm any conditions or fees with the hotel when booking.
Are there family rooms?
Yes. Family rooms are listed among the hotel's facilities. Some Deluxe Room configurations include a sofa bed alongside the main bed, which may suit families travelling with a child.
Is Wi-Fi free?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The Deluxe Room category also lists free Wi-Fi as a specific in-room facility.
Is the hotel accessible for guests with disabilities?
Yes. Facilities for disabled guests are listed among the hotel's amenities. For specific accessibility requirements, it is best to contact the hotel before arrival.
What dining options are on site?
The hotel has a restaurant, a bar, and a snack bar. Room service is available, and breakfast can be delivered to the room.
What is the starting price?
Rates start from €284 per night, depending on room type and dates. The Boutique Room and Superior Room are the most affordable categories, while the Suite with Terrace starts from €759.