Balmes in Barcelona, ES

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Balmes

Location.  The Hotel Balmes is housed in a handsome modern building dating from 1990 and is located in the centre of Barcelona, 500 metres from La Ramblas. Passeig de Gracia station is 200 metres from the hotel. Barcelona Airport is 15 kilometres away,with an approximate driving time of 25 minutes.
Hotel Features.  The hotel's contemporary interiors are decorated with African masks and statues, and the courtyard garden features a seasonal swimming pool and a sunny terrace. Complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby and the air- conditioned public areas are equipped with wireless Internet access. Motorists will find parking available on site (surcharge).

The Balmes restaurant serves Mediterranean fare prepared using fresh produce in a contemporary setting decorated with African art, and the relaxed, modern Bar Bal serves a wide range of international drinks.

Guestrooms.  The 100 guestrooms over five floors feature contemporary furnishings, parquet floors and modern art prints. All are equipped with satellite television and wireless and dial-up Internet connections, minibars, safes and bathrooms.

Expert Tip. Take a stroll along Las Ramblas, which is mostly pedestrianised, to experience the full panoply of life in Barcelona. La Sagrada Familia, one of Gaudi's most important works, is one kilometre from the hotel.

Surrounding Area

CENTER

Room Information - Balmes

Bed Type:  Short Description: Standard Single Long Description: One twin bed. Contemporary furnishings, parquet floors and modern art prints. Satellite television, wireless and dial-up Internet connections, minibar and safe. Bathroom with hair dryer and bidet. Bed Type:  Short Description: Standard Double Long Description: One double bed and one twin bed. Contemporary furnishings, parquet floors and modern art prints. Satellite television, wireless and dial-up Internet connections, minibar and safe. Bathroom with hair dryer, bidet and complimentary toiletries.

Property Information

24-hour front desk

Star rating: 3

Area Activities

Rambla la Catalunya (pedestrianised street) - 150 metres
Paseo de Gracia - 200 metres
Las Ramblas - 500 metres
Placa de Catalunya - 1 kilometre (0.5 miles)
Sagrada Familia (Gaudi church) - 1 kilometre (0.5 miles)
Montjuic - 1 kilometre (0.5 miles)
Parc Guell - 2 kilometres (1 mile)

Driving Directions - Balmes

Getting there.  The airport train station is a short walk from the terminals, via a covered walkway. Train services run from the airport to the city centre every 30 minutes. Take the RENFE train to Estacio de Sants and then a Green Line L3 train to Passeig de Gracia, which is 200 metres from the hotel. Taxis are available in front of the airport terminals and the fare to the hotel is typically 30 EUR.