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El Balcon del Born

Carrer Rera Palau 2, Primero 2a, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
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El Balcon del Born
Ranked #1 of 236 Barcelona B&B and Inns
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

The people running this quaint b&b are what make it extraordinary! I NEVER stay in B&B's , typically I prefer Kimpton hotels such as W Hotel and Hotel Meridian. The price versus value relationship of this hotel is astounding!! I would be hard pressed to find a hotel room as clean and beautifully appointed as the rooms in El Balcon... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Great place to base ourselves for three days. Anna was amazing, she checked us in early and gave us a run down on the city of Barcelona. We were lucky enough to get a balcony over looking the terrace and the atmosphere of the b & b, was a great way to meet others and hear their stories. Good facilities,... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

So sorry to read below of some guests at El Belcon del Born being robbed on their way in. I can see how this could happen and can understand why they would have wanted to leave this B&B because of it. We were met at the end of the street because our taxi driver was unable to find it and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

El Balcon del Born was a great experience for the first visit to Barcelona. Anna was a charming hostess, filled with good suggestions for dining and touring. The rooms and baths were spotless and the breakfast was generous and delicious. Met Pablo, Roberto and Thomas who were all very charming and helpful. The taxi waiting for us on our early... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

Only one thing to say about Pablo and Maria and El Balcon: amazing and Wonderfull stay. 3 nights in September last year and we were sold. Great service, great breakfast and Wonderfull service. And not to forget: fantastic tips of what to do and where to eat. And The B and B is just around The corner of Santa Maria... More

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Barcelona, Spain
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

My sister and I had high hopes for this B & B based on all of its positive reviews. While I am sure that it is lovely, we had a terrible experience upon our arrival! We were unfortunately robbed getting into the building in which the B & B is located. As per the instructions provided by the staff, we... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

It was my fourth time in Barcelona, but the first time with my daughter and the place couldn't be better. We had a nice and warm welcome with coffee and breakfast, because we arrived early. That was so kind! The rooms are very beautiful, clean and comfortable. The location is perfect in the old part of Barcelona, near the see... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This was our first time visiting Barcelona and we enjoyed our stay at El Balcon Del Born. We drove in and found parking only a couple of blocks away. The location was great and the service was also great! We were greeted by Anna and Pablo and shown around the apartment. We were offered a beer upon arrival and felt... More

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Louisville, Kentucky
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

If you like staying in B & B you will love this. The staff was exceptional. Rooms were clean and had a great view. Yummy breakfast and Anna worked like a travel agent. She gave us restaurant tips and information about the local area. We only had 3 days but with the tourist bus for two days, we were able... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

First time to Barcelona and staying at El Balcon Del Born. I chose this place because of the reviews and we were not disappointed. Pablo is very friendly and helpful. Did not get to meet Ana but we were welcomed by Roberto who was equally friendly and spent time advising of the sights to see pointing things out on the... More

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Also Known As:
El Balcon Del Born Hotel
El Balcon Del Born Hotel Barcelona
Address: Carrer Rera Palau 2, Primero 2a, 08003 Barcelona, Spain
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Region: Spain > Catalonia > Province of Barcelona > Barcelona
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Kitchenette Room Service Suites
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Ranked #1 of 236 B&Bs / Inns in Barcelona
Price range (per night): RM232 - 349
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
EL BALCÓN DEL BORN BARCELONAis a guest house just in the centre of Barcelona, in Born, a district with distinctive cafés,bars, restaurants… where many artist live. It's a 5 minutes walk to The Cathedral del Mar or the Picasso Museum, and 10 minutesto Las Ramblas or the Barceloneta beaches. We have a house with 5 bedrooms. One has its own bathroom (suite) and the othersshare one bathroom every two rooms. All the rooms including the dining room have an exterior balcony, and therefore plentyof light.Rates per night for one or two people:Room 1 (El Palau): Our biggest room, with 20 square meters. The room has a kingsize bed or two twin beds and an exterior balcony facing the pedestrian street ReraPalau. 95 €Room 2 (Els Encants): An ample room with its own bathroom (suite) and anexterior balcony facing the street Rera Palau. 100 €Room 3 (La Ribera): Spacious room with a king size bed or two twin beds. Exteriorbalcony to the square El Tripó. 90 €Room 4 (El Racó): Our smallest and coziest room, with a double bed and a balconywith a double view, one side facing the square Plaça de les Olles and the other sidefacing the street Rera Palau. 80 €Room 5 (Les Olles): Spacious room with a king size bed or two twin beds and anexterior balcony facing the square Plaça de les Olles. 90 €The prices include continental breakfast, towels, bathrobes, hairdryer, wifi andhouskeeping. Optional service (extra cost): LaundryOnce you arrive, please pay for your whole stay with us in cash. We do not accept creditcards.You will have your own keys, so a 20 € guarantee deposit is required. You will get itback when you return the keys.Check-in : 3 pmCheck-out: 12 amHow to get there:El Balcón del Born is located almost right in front of the train station Estació deFrança. FROM THE BARCELONA AIRPORT, TERMINAL 2:· By train (the cheapest way to get there): Take the train (Renfe) at the airport andstop at Passeig de Gràcia. Once you get there, take the train that goes to Estacióde França on the very same platform. Get out of the station and cross the avenue;four blocks down you will find the street Carrer Rera Palau.· By bus: Take the Aerobús and get off at Plaza Catalunya (30 minutes). Fromthere, it’s a 5 to 10 minutes taxi ride, depending on the traffic.· By taxi: It’s a 25 minutes taxi ride from the airport. FROM THE BARCELONA AIRPORT, TERMINAL 1:Take the bus that connects with Terminal 2 to get the train that will take youdowntown, take the Aerobús that will take you to Plaza Catalunya, or just take ataxi.! IF YOU COME BY CAR:There is a car park next to the Guest House (Plaça Comercial) that charges 23,15euros per 24 hours (the price is subject to changes in the policy of the car parkcompany). ... more   less 

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