Sixtytwo Hotel, Barcelona is located directly on Barcelona’s pride and joy – Passeig de Gràcia. This wide street runs from the very centre of the city to the more bohemian area of Gràcia. It is lined with designer shops, chic bars and old buildings. It is a Mecca for shopping and architecture fans alike.
Sixtytwo Hotel is an understated design hotel located half way up the street. A doorman allows entrance through a small black door into a long corridor style lobby area. Dark wood floors lead to the front desk. The desk’s front is covered with a sheet of backlit orange plastic, casting a warm light into the room. Two large lights form centre pieces in the room. They have the feel of a modern chandelier – lots of exposed white light bulbs at the end of twisting and winding wires.
The hotel is likely to appeal to those who have an interest in modern and cosmopolitan Barcelona, due to both its location and its interior.
The Hotel Facilities
There is no pool or gym in the hotel. There is a restaurant. The restaurant is then open for the rest of the day offering an a la carte menu.
There is a bar located in the hotel. Room service is available 24 hours.
No pets are allowed in the hotel.
Short Stay rooms are available but with no reduction in price.
Business Facilities
There are no meeting rooms available in the hotel.
Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and is free of charge. There is a computer available with internet, it is also free of charge.
Facilities for the Disabled
There is one room available for wheelchair users. It has widened doors and an adapted bathroom. There are lifts to all floors.
The Rooms
There are a total of 45 rooms in the hotel over 6 floors. The rooms available are all doubles.
All rooms have double-glazing. However, those requiring a quiet nights sleep should request the rooms on the highest floors at the interior of the hotel. All of the rooms that are street facing have balconies. Some of the rooms also have terraces. These are provided at no extra cost, so it is worth requesting one when booking the room.
All rooms include air conditioning, a safe, a television with satellite, a telephone and a mini-bar.
Hotel Location and Facilities
Sixtytwo Hotel, Barcelona is located directly on Passeig de Gràcia. This is a road that runs from Plaza Catalunya to the heart of Gràcia . Plaza Catalunya sits at the top of the Ramblas – Barcelona’s touristic centre.
Gràcia is an area worth visiting if you wish to find some gems off the beaten tourist track. Its narrow streets and numerous plazas are full of charming bars and bodegas. It is also the home of Flash Flash – an interesting restaurant with a sixties style that specializes in tortillas (Spanish omelettes) of all varieties.
Passeig de Gràcia itself is also one of Barcelona’s most famous streets. It is home to two Gaudí buildings – Casa Batlló and La Pedrera. La Pedrera is located on the same side of the street as the hotel. It was created as a sort of homage to the sea, with fluid lines and sealife features, such as a staircase taking the form of the inside of a seashell.
If you are looking for somewhere different to enjoy a lunch or dinner it may be worth a visit to Tapas, 24. It is located just off Passeig de Gràcia, on the corner with Calle Diputació. It is always popular amongst well-heeled locals and tourists, who come to enjoy the imaginative tapas on offer. It offers very classic Spanish tapas, such as Chiperones and Pimientos de Padrón.
How to travel from the airport to the hotel
Booking your airport transport in advance online
The advanced booking transfers below are independent of the the public transport system. This means if there is a public transport strike these services will continue to operate as normal and you will not be affected by the strike action.
Minibus shared transfer
A shared minibus transfer option is cheaper than the private transfer. You would need to make your way to designated meeting point at the airport.
Book your shared minibus airport transport in advance.
Private transfer
With a private transfer service the driver will be waiting for you at your arrivals gate. He will have a board or a sign with your name on it so that you can easily identify him. The driver will help you with your bags to the vehicle and then drive you to your hotel.
Book your private airport to hotel transfer in advance online.
Public transport transfer options
Via Taxi: A taxi from the airport should take about 25 minutes and cost around €30.00 – €35.00 .
Via Train: The RENFE train leaves the airport every half an hour and will take you to Passeig de Gràcia in 25 minutes. You can either use the T10 transport ticket from the airport (T10 costs €9.95 for 10 separate journeys on Barcelona public transport) or you can buy a single fare ticket for €4.10 . The hotel is a 1 minute walk from the station.
Via Bus: Take the ‘Aerobus’ to Plaza Catalunya from directly outside the airport. The Aerobus generally runs every 10 – 15 minutes and the journey time is 30 minutes. A single will cost €5.90 . The hotel is a 5 minute walk from Plaza Catalunya.
In a nutshell
Sixtytwo Hotel, Barcelona is a stylish hotel in a stylish location. For the cost, amenities such as a pool and gym may have to be sacrificed for design. Its location directly on Passeig de Gràcia will not appeal to those looking for an opportunity to take a break away from the rat race.
Sixtytwo Hotel, Barcelona – 4 stars
Passeig de Gràcia 62
08007 Barcelona, España.
