How is Cal Contra rated?

Cal Contra scores 9.0/10 on Booking.com and 3.2/5 on Google.

How many guest reviews were analysed for Cal Contra?

HotelShortlist analysed 12 guest reviews for Cal Contra to build this verified profile.

Is Cal Contra a 4-star hotel?

Yes — Cal Contra is a 4-star property in Barcelona.

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1/5

Not on the HotelShortlist: Noise complaints in 33% of guest reviews; Guests report hidden fees.

Barcelona

Cal Contra

Name: Cal Contra
Address: Barcelona

★★★★

9.0

Booking score

3.2

Google rating

Total reviews

★★★★

Star rating

≈2025

Built / renovated

33%

Noise mentions

Engine scores ·Newness ≈2025 ·Location 3.2

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Verdict

Is Cal Contra Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.0/10 Booking.com3.2/5 Google12 reviews read4-star

As of 5 October 2026, 12 guest reviews give Cal Contra 9.0/10 on Booking.com and 3.2/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Spacious, well-distributed bedrooms with private bathrooms in each room and ceiling fans throughout 5 reviews.

Complaints

What Do Guests Complain About at Cal Contra?

Refrigerators plugged in unprepared upon arrival, failing to cool food for 6+ hours, followed by owner accusations of guest damage when temperature adjustments were made 5 reviews
Owner repeatedly visits property unannounced during guest stays and makes threats of immediate eviction over minor incidents 5 reviews
Police called by neighbors responding to false noise complaints about quiet table games and low music at 11 PM during peaceful evenings 4 reviews

What guests praise

Cal Contra Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

Cal Contra sells itself as a 4-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

Spacious, well-distributed bedrooms with private bathrooms in each room and ceiling fans throughout 5 reviews
Beautiful pool with excellent maintenance, outdoor shower, and protective fencing making it ideal for families with children 5 reviews
Covered barbecue area with large table accommodating 15+ people, providing shaded outdoor dining and cooking space 5 reviews

Method

How HotelShortlist Researched Cal Contra

We read 12 public guest reviews of Cal Contra, grouped repeated findings and counted how often each one appears. Pest figures are guest reports, not inspection results. Member-only detail is blurred on this page. Research updated 2026-10-05. If you represent Cal Contra and believe something here is wrong, write to members@hotelshortlist.com and we will review it.

What guests love

Spacious, well-distributed bedrooms with private bathrooms in each room and ceiling fans throughout (5×)

Beautiful pool with excellent maintenance, outdoor shower, and protective fencing making it ideal for families with children (5×)

Covered barbecue area with large table accommodating 15+ people, providing shaded outdoor dining and cooking space (5×)

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Watch-outs · 8 recorded

Refrigerators plugged in unprepared upon arrival, failing to cool food for 6+ hours, followed by owner accusations of guest damage when temperature adjustments were made (5×)

Owner repeatedly visits property unannounced during guest stays and makes threats of immediate eviction over minor incidents (5×)

Police called by neighbors responding to false noise complaints about quiet table games and low music at 11 PM during peaceful evenings (4×)

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What guests report

Bathroom & water

Private bathrooms in each bedroom with adequate facilities

AC / heating

Ceiling fans in all bedrooms; no air conditioning mentioned, noted as deficiency by some guests

Local knowledge

Refrigerators require several hours to cool after arrival; plan accordingly and request ice if needed immediately

Bring mosquito nets or repellent for porch dining; no protective screening mentioned on covered areas

Be aware neighbors may call police for noise; maintain very low volume even during normal evening activities

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Room intel

Extra charges guests were surprised by

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Character & facilities

Family facilities

Protected pool with outdoor shower and safety fencing
Spacious bedrooms suitable for multiple families
Large covered barbecue area for group dining
Outdoor grounds for children to play safely

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