Ohla Eixample

🏊 Rooftop heated pool with wonderful city views
🎨 Chic, contemporary interiors and boutique scale
🌟 Michelin-starred Xerta Restaurant (2016–2024)
💎 Tailored for urban luxury seekers
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel (GSTC-recognised)
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 94 | Floors: 8 | Lifts: 2

Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Room Only

Minimum guest age: 16+ (adult-orientated boutique hotel)

Ohla Eixample is tucked into one of Barcelona’s most desirable central neighbourhoods. Eixample is all grand boulevards and Modernista facades, with independent boutiques, galleries and cocktail bars at every turn.

You’re an easy stroll from Casa Mila (La Pedrera) and the designer stores of Passeig de Gràcia, with La Sagrada Familia, Plaza de Catalunya and Las Ramblas all walkable or a quick metro hop away. Despite the central location, the hotel’s side-street setting keeps things surprisingly calm once you step inside.

• 450m to the nearest metro station
• 650m to Casa Mila (La Pedrera)
• 1.5km to Plaza de Catalunya
• 1.9km to La Sagrada Familia
• 2.1km to Las Ramblas

Approx. transfer time from airport: 20–30 minutes by taxi or private transfer; around 40–50 minutes using the airport bus plus metro, depending on connections.

Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain

Dining is a genuine highlight at Ohla Eixample. The hotel’s gastronomic centrepiece is Xerta Restaurant, a Michelin-starred venue that has held its star continuously from 2016 to 2024. Expect refined, locally inspired Catalan dishes with tasting menus and seasonal produce, served across breakfast, lunch and dinner with open-kitchen theatre.

Alongside, Kintsugi offers a contemporary Japanese à la carte experience for lunch and dinner, complete with show cooking. Downstairs, a stylish lobby bar is the place for Spanish wines, signature cocktails and tapas before you head out into the city, while the rooftop terrace bar serves drinks with skyline views.

Smart-casual dress is generally expected and beachwear is not permitted in the restaurants. Reservations are highly recommended for Xerta and Kintsugi. Menus, opening times and supplements can vary by season and board basis.

The rooftop is Ohla Eixample’s showpiece: a heated freshwater pool on the terrace, edged by chic sun loungers and parasols with open views across Eixample’s rooftops. There’s a dedicated swimming lane for morning laps, a disabled hoist for improved accessibility and complimentary pool towels for guests.

Barcelona’s city beaches, including Barceloneta, are easily reached by metro or taxi for a few hours on the sand, but the atmosphere up here on the rooftop is so relaxed you may find it hard to leave.

Stay in shape between tapas crawls at the air-conditioned gym, open roughly from 09:00–21:00 and equipped with cardio machines and a free weights area.

The concierge team can help with restaurant reservations, show tickets and insider tips, while the front desk offers currency exchange (charges may apply), luggage storage and access to English-language newspapers. The hotel’s Certified Sustainable status reflects efforts around energy use, waste reduction and responsible sourcing, checked periodically against a GSTC-recognised standard.

Spa and beauty treatments are not listed in the core facilities, but in Barcelona you’ll find excellent independent wellness centres within a short walk or taxi ride if you fancy a massage or hammam experience.

Essential Room
Sleeps 1–2. A stylish entry-level option with clean lines and contemporary finishes. Facilities include flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee making facilities and kettle, pillow menu, USB charging port, minibar (local charge), open-plan shower room, air conditioning and daily cleaning. eRoomCast lets you stream from your own accounts. Linen and towels can be changed on request.

Design Queen Room
Sleeps 1–2. Chic queen-bedded room with the same high-spec amenities: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee maker and kettle, pillow menu, turndown service, USB charging, minibar (charge), open-plan shower, air conditioning and daily cleaning. eRoomCast included. Ideal for couples on a shorter city break.

Design Twin Room
Sleeps 1–2. Mirrors the Design Queen but with twin beds, perfect for friends or colleagues sharing. Expect flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee maker and kettle, pillow menu, turndown service, USB ports, minibar (charge), open-plan shower, air conditioning and daily cleaning, plus eRoomCast streaming.

Design Deluxe Room
Sleeps 1–2. A more spacious option, some with a balcony for extra light and city glimpses. Facilities step up with a bath and separate shower, along with flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee machine and kettle, pillow menu, turndown service, USB charging, minibar (charge), air conditioning and daily cleaning. eRoomCast standard.

Attic Room
Sleeps 1–2. Characterful rooms tucked under the roofline, often with a private terrace space to enjoy the Barcelona skyline. Features include terrace, flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, coffee maker and kettle, pillow menu, turndown service, USB ports, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath and separate shower, air conditioning and daily cleaning, plus eRoomCast.

Junior Suite
Sleeps 1–2. The most indulgent category, offering extra living space and a more residential feel. Amenities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, ironing board and iron, coffee maker and kettle, pillow menu, turndown service, USB charging, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath and separate shower, open-plan layout (privacy screening can be requested), air conditioning and daily cleaning. eRoomCast is included for seamless streaming.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Open-plan bathrooms feature partial screening; if you prefer more separation, speak to reception about additional privacy arrangements.

💪 Air-conditioned gym with cardio and free weights (approx. 09:00–21:00)
🏊 Laps in the rooftop swimming lane
📺 Stream your own content via in-room eRoomCast
🍷 In-house wine and tapas tastings (occasional; subject to change)
🚶 Curated walking and food tours easily arranged through concierge

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge service
💼 Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
💱 Currency exchange services*
📰 Access to English-language newspapers*
🍼 Bottle warmer available on request
🧹 Daily housekeeping; linen and towels changed on request
🌐 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel

*Local charges may apply for some services.

Barcelona blends beach life with blockbuster culture. You’ll hear both Spanish and Catalan spoken, and the local currency is the Euro (€). Time difference from the UK is typically +1 hour, and direct flights from many UK airports to Barcelona (BCN) are around 2–2.5 hours.

Metro, buses and taxis make getting around simple, with contactless or travel cards providing good value. Typical local price points: a beer from around €2.90, a one-way public transport ticket about €2.10, and a three-course meal for two from roughly €50–60 depending on neighbourhood and venue.

Ohla Eixample is a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meaning it meets a GSTC-recognised standard at the time of assessment. Criteria and certification bodies can change, so details may evolve between reviews. Facilities and opening times, especially seasonal ones like the rooftop pool and bars, can also vary.

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

Ohla Eixample Prices & Book
Choose your dates in the search box for live availability and the best current offers on Ohla Eixample. Secure your Barcelona city break with low deposits and full ATOL protection when you book through Travelisto.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Ohla Eixample in a good area for sightseeing?
Yes. Ohla Eixample is in the heart of Barcelona’s Eixample district, one of the best areas for combining culture, dining and shopping. Casa Mila (La Pedrera), Passeig de Gràcia, Plaza de Catalunya, La Sagrada Familia and Las Ramblas are all within roughly 2km, and there’s a metro station about 450m away for exploring further afield.

2. Does Ohla Eixample have a pool and is it open year-round?
The hotel has a heated outdoor freshwater pool on the rooftop terrace, with sunbeds, parasols, a swimming lane and a disabled hoist. Being heated, it’s designed for extended-season use, but exact opening dates and hours can vary with weather and occupancy, so check locally or at the time of booking if the pool is essential to your stay.

3. What is special about the restaurant at Ohla Eixample?
Ohla Eixample’s Xerta Restaurant holds a Michelin star and has been awarded continuously since 2016. It showcases sophisticated local cuisine with tasting menus and creative plating. Bookings are strongly recommended, especially for weekends and peak dates. The hotel also offers Kintsugi, serving Japanese dishes with show cooking, plus a lobby bar and rooftop bar for drinks and tapas.

4. Is Ohla Eixample adults-only?
The hotel sets a minimum age of 16 years, so it is geared towards adults and older teens rather than families with small children. The ambience is calm and grown-up, matching its boutique size, design focus and gourmet dining.

5. What room types can I book at Ohla Eixample?
Room options typically include Essential Rooms, Design Queen and Design Twin Rooms, larger Design Deluxe Rooms (some with balcony), atmospheric Attic Rooms with terrace, and more spacious Junior Suites. All come with Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TV, coffee and tea facilities, pillow menu, high-quality linens and eRoomCast streaming; many add a bath with separate shower and extra living space.

6. Is Ohla Eixample a sustainable hotel?
Yes. The property is flagged as a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meaning that, at the time of its most recent review, it met a GSTC-recognised sustainability standard. This typically covers areas like energy efficiency, waste reduction and responsible sourcing. Certification partners and criteria are reviewed periodically, so the exact scheme may change over time.

7. What board options are available at Ohla Eixample?
You can usually book Ohla Eixample on a Bed & Breakfast or Room Only basis. Bed & Breakfast includes your morning meal in the hotel, leaving you free to try Barcelona’s huge restaurant scene for lunch and dinner. Room Only is ideal if you prefer complete flexibility or plan to be out exploring most of the day.

8. Does Ohla Eixample have a spa?
There is no full spa listed among the core facilities, but there is an on-site gym and rooftop pool. Barcelona itself has numerous day spas and wellness centres, and the concierge can typically point you towards nearby options or help you secure appointments.

9. How far is Ohla Eixample from Barcelona Airport (BCN)?
Barcelona Airport (BCN) is around 13km from central Eixample. By taxi or private transfer, the journey to Ohla Eixample usually takes about 20–30 minutes depending on traffic. Airport buses and the metro or train provide good-value public transport alternatives in roughly 40–50 minutes.

10. Is Wi‑Fi free at Ohla Eixample?
Yes. Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in guest rooms and public areas, making it easy to plan your sightseeing, work remotely or stream via the in-room eRoomCast system.