This was the best hotel of our two-week trip to Spain. The staff was extraordinarily helpful, the room layout and cleanliness were perfect, and they strictly enforce their non-smoking policy. This was the only hotel that had enough deskspace for a computer, and actually provided enough outlets too (we stayed at two new hotels and one older one...I can understand... more

Stayed here with my husband for four nights just before Easter. Staff were friendly at check-in, room was spacious and nicely decorated. Location is great - only about 10-15 mins walk from La Ramblas although the street that the hotel is located on isn't one of the nicest and I wouldn't want to be out too late there on my... more

we stayed at the Universal this month (April) and were delighted with it, the location was great, the rooms are lovely and modern, extremely clean, and comfortable. The amenieties at the hotel are also a bonus, the rooftop area gives stunning views over the city, and although we didnt use the pool and gym, they looked great.. The only down... more

We had a great stay in this beautiful hotel, in a fab location - right next to the metro. Close enough to all the action but far enough away from the hustle and bustle. The view from the roof pool was lovely ( bit too cold in November to go swimming tho!!) Spotlessly clean and very friendly, helpful staff. Would... more

We stayed for 3 nights in this hotel and it was a great experience. The Parallel metro stop is in front of the hotel and connects you to anywhere in the city. 10 minutes walk to Ras Ramblas which is good, because you really do not want to stay close to the crowded Ramlas street. There is a small bakery... more

Much better choice than a hotel on Las Ramblas -- streets not nearly as crowded and loud as the main drag. We recommend asking for an interior room and you're guranteed to have a quiet stay. The staff was nice and helpful. As another reviewer mentioned, the hotel is ten steps from the metro station and ~ 10 minutes from... more

We stayed at Barcelona Universal on 6 March for 3 nites. It was fantastic. We booked a double room thro Travel Republic and we were given one of the suites (including jacuzzi) on the top floor - what a bonus. The hotel is on a main road but we had no problems with noise as we were located at rear... more

Very nice four-star hotel only a few blocks from the popular Las Ramblas road. Friendly & courteous staff, all English speaking. Room and bathroom were huge by European standards. Had Sky satellite televsion. A bit noisy if you have a street-side room, but with the windows closed the noise is well insulated. Very close to subway stop. A great choice... more

What a great hotel! The staff were excellent, very helpful. They knew they're city and enough english to direct us were we needed to go. The hotel is located just five minutes from the Columbus statue which is a great hub to catch transportation to any part of the city. The roof top wadding pool and excercise room are small... more