ME Barcelona

🏊 Iconic rooftop pool with skyline views
💎 Perfect for a high-end, design-led city break
📍 Just ~200m from Plaça de Catalunya and 500m from Las Ramblas
🛋️ Modern, minimalist interiors with luxe touches throughout
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel (GSTC-recognised standard)
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 164 | Floors: 11 | Lifts: 3
Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Room Only
Child policy: Children welcome (up to 11yrs priced as children; no dedicated kids’ club)

This is central Barcelona at its most convenient. Step outside and you are a short stroll from Plaça de Catalunya, the top of Las Ramblas and the flagship boutiques of Passeig de Gràcia. A nearby metro stop connects you easily with Gaudí icons like La Sagrada Família and Parc Güell, while Barceloneta’s sandy beach and waterfront restaurants are a quick ride away when you fancy a sea breeze between museum visits and tapas crawls.

Approximate distances from ME Barcelona:
• 220m from Plaça Catalunya
• 240m from the nearest metro stop
• 500m from Las Ramblas
• 2.2km from Sagrada Familia
• 2.6km from Barceloneta Beach
• 5.3km from Camp Nou

Approx. transfer time from airport: 25–35 minutes by car or shared transfer from Barcelona El Prat (BCN), traffic dependent.

Barcelona, Spain

Dining at ME Barcelona leans into refined, relaxed indulgence.

Fasto
An à la carte Italian restaurant serving polished plates for lunch and dinner, with show cooking that brings a little theatre to your meal. Expect seasonal ingredients, fresh pasta and classic favourites with a contemporary twist. Highchairs, kids’ menus and a microwave are available for families.

Terrenal
The hotel’s all-day à la carte restaurant offers an elevated take on international, Spanish and local Catalan cuisine. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, it’s where you’ll typically enjoy your included breakfast when booking Bed and Breakfast. Again, there are highchairs, a kids’ menu and a microwave for younger guests.

Luma
A chic cocktail bar (usually open 12:00–01:00) pouring expertly mixed classics, local vermouths and signature creations – ideal pre-dinner or for a late-night nightcap.

Smart casual dress codes may apply in restaurants and bars. Facilities, opening days/hours and reservation requirements can vary by season and by board basis; supplements may apply for some items. Information is based on the previous season and is subject to change.

If you’re considering upgrading board, here’s what All Inclusive typically includes.

The star of the show is the rooftop freshwater pool, a sleek, city-chic space on the hotel’s terrace. Here you’ll find sunbeds, Balinese beds and parasols, plus a bar for drinks with a view. Pool towels are complimentary, so you can travel light.

Barcelona is a city by the sea, and when you’re ready to swap skyline for shoreline, Barceloneta Beach is around 2.6km away – easily reached by taxi, public transport or a pleasant walk, depending on your pace.

Wellness at ME Barcelona is focused on downtime with a stylish edge.

Spa & Beauty
• Spa offering massage treatments (local charges apply, typically 10:00–21:00; minimum age 16yrs for massages)
• Beauty treatments available (minimum age 10yrs; charges apply)

Fitness
• Air-conditioned gym with cardio equipment and free weights (minimum age 16yrs)

Other useful facilities
• On-site mini-market for snacks and essentials
• Concierge team for restaurant bookings, tickets and insider tips
• Currency exchange services (charge)
• English-language newspapers
• Luggage storage
• Equipment hire including motorised scooter*, wheelchair* and pushchair* with on-site charging for scooters (*local charges apply)

Facilities, age limits and hours can vary with season and hotel occupancy; details are usually confirmed on arrival.

Standard ME Room
Sleeps: Minimum 1, Maximum 2
A polished, design-forward base with clean lines, mood lighting and city or internal views. Expect:
• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi-Fi
• Safety deposit box
• Bathrobe and slippers
• Hairdryer
• Iron and ironing board
• Coffee-making facilities and kettle
• Pillow menu and turndown service
• Mini-bar*
• Bathroom with shower
• Air conditioning

Standard ME Room with City View
Sleeps: Minimum 1, Maximum 2
All the features of the Standard ME Room, complemented by outward-looking city views through large windows, perfect for soaking up Barcelona’s urban energy from your own space.

Standard ME Room with Patio View
Sleeps: Minimum 1, Maximum 4
Ideal for families or friends who like extra sleeping capacity, these rooms look onto the internal patio. They share the same upscale amenities as Standard rooms, with flexible bedding configurations for up to four guests.

Superior ME Room with City View
Sleeps: Minimum 1, Maximum 2
A step up in space and comfort, with floor-to-ceiling windows and elevated city views. Additional touches include:
• USB charging ports
• Bathroom with a bath and separate shower
• Daily room cleaning service

Superior ME Room with Terrace and City View
Sleeps: Minimum 1, Maximum 2
As per the Superior ME Room, with the bonus of a private terrace for open-air lounging above the streets of Barcelona. A great pick if you like to unwind outside with a drink between sightseeing stints.

Extra ME Junior Suite with City View
Sleeps: Minimum 1, Maximum 2
Junior suite comfort with a living/sleeping area, generous city views and a spa-style bathroom with bath and separate shower. USB ports, coffee machine, pillow menu and turndown service come as standard, alongside daily housekeeping.

Extra ME Two Bedroom Junior Suite with City View
Sleeps: Minimum 1, Maximum 4
A stylish choice for families or small groups, combining two bedrooms and two bathrooms (each with bath and shower) plus all the high-spec in-room amenities: flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, USB ports, pillow menu, coffee facilities and air conditioning.

*Local charges apply for items marked *. Daily cleaning and towel/linen change schedules may vary by room type and season.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

💪 Work out in the air-conditioned gym with cardio and free weights (16+)
🧖 Unwind with spa massages and tailored beauty treatments*
🏊 Chill beside the rooftop pool with skyline views and Balinese beds
🍸 Enjoy rooftop or lobby-level drinks before exploring El Born, the Gothic Quarter or the beach bars of Barceloneta
🎨 Use the hotel as a stylish base for Gaudí-hopping – from Sagrada Família to Casa Batlló and La Pedrera
*Some activities and services carry an extra charge, payable locally.

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge service
💼 Luggage storage for early arrivals/late departures
♿ Equipment hire for mobility scooters*, wheelchairs* and pushchairs* (with scooter charging)
💱 Currency exchange* and assistance with local transport or tickets
📰 English-language newspapers in selected areas
🛍️ On-site mini-market for drinks, snacks and essentials
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel

*Local charges apply for selected services and rentals.

Good to know for Barcelona city breaks
• Destination: Barcelona, Spain
• Languages: Spanish and Catalan
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference from UK: +1 hour
• Typical flight time from UK: from around 2–2.5 hours
• Local costs (indicative): a local beer from around €3, a single public transport ticket from about €2.10, and a three-course meal for two from roughly €50–€60, depending on venue

ME Barcelona is flagged as a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meaning it meets a recognised GSTC-aligned sustainability standard at the time of certification. Certification status and criteria are reviewed regularly by the scheme operator.

Hotel information is based on details supplied by our partners and may change seasonally – opening hours, facilities and services can be amended or withdrawn without notice. We recommend checking any specifics that are important to you at the time of booking and again shortly before travel.

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

ME Barcelona Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How central is ME Barcelona?
ME Barcelona enjoys a prime central location, just about 200–220m from Plaça de Catalunya, with Las Ramblas around 500m away and a metro stop roughly 240m from the door. It’s ideal if you want to explore on foot and by public transport.

2. What room types can I book at ME Barcelona?
The hotel offers a range of contemporary rooms and suites, including Standard ME Rooms, Standard ME Rooms with City or Patio View, Superior ME Rooms with City View, Superior ME Rooms with Terrace and City View, Extra ME Junior Suites with City View and Extra ME Two Bedroom Junior Suites with City View. Capacities range from 1–2 guests up to 1–4 guests in the larger Patio View and Two Bedroom Junior Suite options.

3. Is breakfast included at ME Barcelona?
That depends on the board basis you choose. Stays at ME Barcelona are available on Bed and Breakfast or Room Only. If you book Bed and Breakfast, your morning meal is usually served in the Terrenal restaurant; with Room Only you simply pay locally for any meals and drinks you take in the hotel.

4. Does ME Barcelona have facilities for children?
Yes. While ME Barcelona is very much a style-led, grown-up city hotel, children are welcome. Both main restaurants provide highchairs, kids’ menus and microwaves for warming food. Some room types, such as Standard ME Rooms with Patio View and Extra ME Two Bedroom Junior Suites, can sleep up to four guests, which suits families. There is no separate kids’ club or children’s pool.

5. Is there a dress code in the restaurants and bars?
A smart casual dress code may apply, particularly in the evening. Swimwear, sportswear and beachwear are generally not appropriate in restaurants for dinner. Exact dress guidelines and any seasonal changes are confirmed locally by the hotel.

6. What wellness and fitness facilities are available?
Guests can use an air-conditioned gym equipped with cardio machines and a free weights area (usually for ages 16+). The spa offers a menu of massages and beauty treatments, typically from 10:00–21:00, with charges payable locally. Beauty services usually accept guests from age 10+, while massages and the gym are for 16+.

7. Is ME Barcelona suitable for travellers with reduced mobility?
The hotel has lifts to guest floors and offers hire of mobility scooters and wheelchairs, with on-site charging for scooters (local charges apply). As with any city hotel, accessibility can vary by room type and public area, so we recommend discussing your specific needs at the time of enquiry so we can check suitability for you.

8. What sustainability practices does ME Barcelona follow?
ME Barcelona is labelled as a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meaning it has met a GSTC-recognised sustainability standard. Certification looks at aspects such as energy and water use, waste management, community impact and responsible sourcing. The exact initiatives and status can evolve over time as the hotel and certifier update their programmes.