How is 1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel rated?

1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel scores 9.8/10 on Booking.com and 4.0/5 on Google.

How many guest reviews were analysed for 1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel?

HotelShortlist analysed 500 guest reviews for 1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel to build this verified profile.

Is 1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel a 4-star hotel?

Yes — 1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel is a 4-star property in Barcelona.

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1/5

Not on the HotelShortlist: Noise complaints in 9% of guest reviews; Guests report hidden fees.

Barcelona

1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel

Name: 1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel
Address: Barcelona

★★★★

9.8

Booking score

4.0

Google rating

906

Total reviews

★★★★

Star rating

≈2015

Built / renovated

Highest floor guests reported

Noise mentions

Engine scores ·Newness ≈2015 ·Location 4.0

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Verdict

Is 1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.8/10 Booking.com4.0/5 Google500 reviews read4-star

As of 5 October 2026, 500 guest reviews give 1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel 9.8/10 on Booking.com and 4.0/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Excellent central location within walking distance of major attractions like Casa Batlló, Paseo de Gracia, and Plaça Catalunya, with metro stations just 3–5 minutes away 89 reviews.

Complaints

Noise and Room Complaints at 1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel: Which Rooms to Avoid

Severe noise problems due to paper-thin walls and poor soundproofing, allowing guests to clearly hear conversations, television, bathroom activity, and door slamming from adjacent rooms and hallways 51 reviews
Air conditioning failures in multiple rooms leaving guests in stifling heat, with inadequate staff responsiveness and unwillingness to relocate or compensate 28 reviews
Structural and maintenance issues including broken shower doors, leaking showers that flood bathrooms, broken faucets, mold in bathrooms, and water damage 26 reviews

Rooms to avoid

Ground and lower floor rooms facing Diagonal avenue (main traffic street)
Rooms near the school playground (morning activity 8+ AM)
Hallway-adjacent rooms and rooms near elevators
Rooms near stairwells used by housekeeping

What guests praise

1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel sells itself as a 4-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

Excellent central location within walking distance of major attractions like Casa Batlló, Paseo de Gracia, and Plaça Catalunya, with metro stations just 3–5 minutes away 89 reviews
Consistently friendly, helpful, and professional reception staff who proactively assist with restaurant recommendations, local directions, and special requests 68 reviews
Spacious, well-appointed modern rooms with contemporary design, ample bathroom space, and functional air conditioning 61 reviews

Room requests

Which Room Should You Ask For at 1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel?

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Rooms facing courtyard/interior (away from Diagonal avenue)
Higher floor rooms (7th floor and above) experience less street noise
Corner rooms may be quieter than hallway-adjacent rooms

Method

How HotelShortlist Researched 1881 Barcelona Rosellón Hotel

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What guests love

Excellent central location within walking distance of major attractions like Casa Batlló, Paseo de Gracia, and Plaça Catalunya, with metro stations just 3–5 minutes away (89×)

Consistently friendly, helpful, and professional reception staff who proactively assist with restaurant recommendations, local directions, and special requests (68×)

Spacious, well-appointed modern rooms with contemporary design, ample bathroom space, and functional air conditioning (61×)

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Watch-outs · 8 recorded

Severe noise problems due to paper-thin walls and poor soundproofing, allowing guests to clearly hear conversations, television, bathroom activity, and door slamming from adjacent rooms and hallways (51×)

Air conditioning failures in multiple rooms leaving guests in stifling heat, with inadequate staff responsiveness and unwillingness to relocate or compensate (28×)

Structural and maintenance issues including broken shower doors, leaking showers that flood bathrooms, broken faucets, mold in bathrooms, and water damage (26×)

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Parking note. Problematic — Parking is located 2 blocks away from the hotel at an affiliated public garage costing €25/day, requiring guests to handle luggage separately.

What guests report

View

Rooms on higher floors (7th+) offer better views of Barcelona rooftops and partial Sagrada Familia views; street-facing rooms overlook urban traffic; courtyard rooms are quieter but darker

Bed & mattress

Inconsistent comfort—some guests praise beds as very comfortable and new; others report firm, noisy mattresses with plastic protective covers, small frames for tall guests (feet may hang over edge), and uncomfortable pillows

Bathroom & water

Modern spacious bathrooms with large shower areas; however, many suffer from poor water pressure, leaking showers that flood bathrooms, slow drains, broken shower heads, mold, and glass partitions offering no privacy

Wi-Fi

Generally reliable free Wi-Fi throughout; one guest reported prolonged Wi-Fi outages one entire morning

Breakfast

Highly praised varied buffet with fresh juice, quality bread, pastries, cold cuts, fruit, and excellent coffee; described as well-worth the €10 advance booking; some complaint about limited variety and items running out mid-breakfast

AC / heating

Air conditioning generally works well when functional, but multiple reports of complete failures leaving rooms uncomfortably hot; staff unwilling to relocate guests or provide fans promptly

Elevator

Unreliable

Local knowledge

Request a room away from the street/main avenue to minimize traffic noise and early morning school noise

Book breakfast in advance at €10pp when making your reservation for better value

Ask reception for restaurant coupons and local recommendations—staff are generous with suggestions for nearby tapas bars

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Room intel

Quiet rooms / wings

Rooms facing courtyard/interior (away from Diagonal avenue)
Higher floor rooms (7th floor and above) experience less street noise
Corner rooms may be quieter than hallway-adjacent rooms

Noisy rooms to avoid

Ground and lower floor rooms facing Diagonal avenue (main traffic street)
Rooms near the school playground (morning activity 8+ AM)
Hallway-adjacent rooms and rooms near elevators
Rooms near stairwells used by housekeeping

Extra charges guests were surprised by

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Character & facilities

Design & character 2% of reviews mention design

Modern, contemporary interior with minimalist room design and stylish aesthetic
Sleek furnishings and updated decor described as elegant and beautiful
Tower speakers and flat-screen TVs add a sophisticated touch to rooms

Gym & fitness Basic

Only 2–3 basic exercise machines (described as hometrainers or cardio equipment)
Very small, poorly ventilated room with no free weights, mats, or other equipment
Opens late and closes very early, making it impractical for most guests

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