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Petit Palace Museum

A central Barcelona base within walking distance of La Rambla, Plaça de Catalunya and the Gothic Quarter, with free bicycle loans.

  • 400 m from Plaça de Catalunya
  • Free bicycle hire for guests
  • Paid airport shuttle available
8.4 Great 3199 reviews Booking.com 8.4 · 3199 reviews

About

Petit Palace Museum

Petit Palace Museum sits on Carrer de la Diputació, a short walk from Plaça de Catalunya, La Rambla and the Gothic Quarter. The 4-star property offers straightforward comfort, with air-conditioned rooms, a business centre and a coffee shop on site.

Guest reviews repeatedly highlight the location, the breakfast buffet, and the friendly, helpful staff. The hotel also provides practical extras like an airport shuttle, car hire, and complimentary bicycles for exploring the city.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

5 reasons to book
  • Superb central location — Guests consistently praise the hotel's proximity to La Rambla, Plaça de Catalunya, the Gothic Quarter and major shopping areas – many sights are within walking distance.
  • Generous breakfast buffet — The breakfast is repeatedly described as fresh, varied and extensive, with options to suit every taste.
  • Free bicycle hire — The hotel lends bicycles to guests free of charge, a practical way to explore Barcelona at your own pace.
  • Friendly, helpful staff — Reviewers frequently comment on the welcoming and professional service, from check-in to daily assistance.
  • Good room comfort — Rooms are described as spacious, clean and well-equipped, with effective air conditioning and comfortable beds.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Rooms and cleanliness rated lower — This category scores 6/10, lower than other aspects, suggesting some guests found inconsistencies in room upkeep or comfort.
  • Jacuzzi issues reported — At least one guest experienced ongoing problems with the jacuzzi during their stay.
  • Small double room available — The hotel offers a 'Small Double Room' which may be compact – suitable for solo or short stays, but perhaps tight for two people.
  • Parking not available on site — No parking is listed, so guests arriving by car will need to arrange parking elsewhere (the hotel does offer car hire).

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Triple Room

  • 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double or Twin Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Small Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double Room Terrace

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • 24-hour reception
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Key card access
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safe deposit box
  • Luggage storage

Food & Drink

  • Coffee shop
  • Room service
  • In-room breakfast
  • Welcome drink
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Housekeeping
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Parquet floor

Accessibility & Family

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Cots

Wellness & Pets

  • Massage
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet amenities available

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.4
Great 3199 reviews

Guest-rated 8.4/10 from 3,199 reviews

Booking.com · 8.4 · 3199 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness6.0
Location8.0
Dining8.0
Price and service8.0
8.4Verified guest

“A spacious, brand-new room with crisp linens and towels, plus staff who were patient and accommodating.”

8.4Verified guest

“The location was superb – just a 4-6 minute walk from the main boulevard, with plenty of restaurants and cafés nearby.”

8.4Verified guest

“Breakfast was fantastic – always fresh, with a wide selection that suited everyone.”

8.4Verified guest

“The hotel is in the centre, so you can reach all attractions on foot or by public transport. The room was well-equipped, breakfast was hearty and tasty, and the staff were welcoming. Bikes are free to borrow.”

8.4Verified guest

“Perfectly situated – very central yet quiet, tucked off the main street. The breakfast was delicious and quite generous.”

8.4Verified guest

“Great location, and the complimentary bikes made exploring the city easy and enjoyable.”

04 — Location

Getting around Barcelona

The property sits in Barcelona.

La Rambla: A 5-minute walk to Barcelona's most famous boulevard, lined with shops, cafés and street performers.

Plaça de Catalunya: The city's central square is about 400 m away – a hub for transport, shopping and people-watching.

Gothic Quarter: Wander through narrow medieval streets filled with history, tapas bars and hidden plazas, roughly 10 minutes on foot.

Sagrada Família: Gaudí's masterpiece is reachable by public transport or a pleasant walk, as noted by guests.

Diputacion, 250, Barcelona, Catalonia, 08007, Spain

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
59 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 until 23:59, and check-out is until 12:00.

Is breakfast included in the room rate?

The hotel offers an in-room breakfast option, and guests praise the buffet. However, whether it's included depends on the rate you book.

Does the hotel offer airport transfers?

Yes, the hotel provides a paid airport shuttle service. It is located 20 km from Barcelona-El Prat airport.

Can I bring my pet?

Yes, pets are allowed, and the hotel provides pet amenities.

Is parking available at the hotel?

The hotel does not list on-site parking. Guests with cars can consider the hotel's car hire service or nearby public parking.

Are bicycles available for guests?

Yes, the hotel offers complimentary bicycle rental, a feature many guests highlight as a great way to explore the city.

The bottom line

Petit Palace Museum is a reliable, well-placed choice for first-time visitors to Barcelona who want to be in the heart of the action without sacrificing comfort. The free bikes, generous breakfast and friendly service tip the balance in its favour, though the middling rooms-and-cleanliness score and the small-double caveat are worth noting.

8.4Based on 3,199 guest reviews and an 8.4 rating

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