Hotel DO Plaça Reial, Barcelona
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“Overlooking the magnificent plaza for which it is named, this 18-room property has handsomely designed rooms with beamed ceilings, hardwood floors and all-important soundproofing.”
What guests liked
- Central location
- Friendly staff
- Great food
- Boutique style
- Comfortable beds
- Excellent Wifi
All you need to know
In the historic heart of the Gothic Quarter, Hotel DO Plaça Reial is a boutique gem that breathes life into a majestic neoclassical building dating back to 1856. The surrounding square was originally designed by architect Francesc Daniel Molina on the site of an old Capuchin monastery. Today, the hotel seamlessly preserves this 19th-century legacy with its beautifully restored facade, shuttered windows, and romantic Juliet balconies.
What makes a stay here truly distinct is the front-row view of Barcelona’s architectural history. Stepping onto one of the room balconies or looking out from the rooftop terrace, you can spot the famous six-armed wrought-iron street lamps sitting right in the square below. These ornate lampposts were designed in 1879 by a young Antoni Gaudí, marking his very first public commission before he became a global architectural icon.
Inside, the property offers an intimate escape with just 18 rooms, ditching heavy, dusty historic decor for a sleek, minimalist aesthetic defined by warm wood and high ceilings. The rooftop serves as the building’s ultimate secret weapon. Guests can escape the bustling energy of the plazas below by cooling off in a quiet plunge pool or unwinding in the on-site sauna, all while taking in panoramic views of the neighboring Barcelona Cathedral.
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Hotel facilities
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Hammam
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Lift
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
Outdoors
- - Outdoor pool
Pool and wellness
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Reception services
- - Invoice provided
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