Comfortable hotel with a great location and fantastic rooftop views.
Best for / Tips to get it right
Best for
- Couples on a getaway: 28 reviews praise the location, perfect for exploring romantic spots.
- Families with young kids: 15% of reviews highlight family-friendly amenities, making it easy to unwind after a day of sightseeing.
- Food-first travellers: 21% of guests recommend the rooftop bar and restaurant for great food and views.
Tips to get it right
- Check pool hours if planning evening swims, as they close at 7 PM.
- Ask for a room away from the street if you are sensitive to noise, as some reviews mention street sounds.
- Consider skipping the hotel breakfast and trying local cafes, as some guests suggest.
Why this one
Hotel Duquesa de Cardona scores well for its prime location by the marina. With over 58% of guests highlighting the location, it's ideal for exploring Barcelona. The staff also receives high praise, with 48% of reviews noting their exceptional service. Families appreciate the spacious and clean rooms, as mentioned in 21% of reviews, making it a strong choice for family stays.
What guests keep saying
Guests consistently mention the superb location near the marina, with 58% praising how easy it is to get around. The hotel's team also stands out, with nearly half highlighting their friendliness and helpfulness throughout their stay.
-
locationpraised 28 / 58%
“Excellent option in great location.”
-
staffpraised 23 / 48%
“Great hotel with a great staff.”
-
breakfastpraised 16 / 33%
“Buffet breakfast is rich and varied.”
-
pool and rooftoppraised 13 / 27%
“I was on the rooftop and it was excellent.”
-
cleanlinesspraised 11 / 23%
“The room was very clean and quite spacious.”
-
room sizepraised 10 / 21%
“The rooms are spacious and well organized.”
-
the restaurantpraised 10 / 21%
“Fabulous roof top bar with great food.”
-
familiespraised 7 / 15%
“The family really enjoyed this hotel and we would stay here again.”
-
noiseflagged 6 / 13%
“I was concerned about noise but my fear was unfounded.”
-
how quiet it ispraised 6 / 13%
“The breakfast was delicious, room is clean and quiet.”
-
pool and rooftopflagged 5 / 10%
“The pool(s) closed at 7pm which was about the time we were getting back after dinner.”
-
the bathroompraised 4 / 8%
“The en suite bathroom is excellent - must be the most powerful shower I’ve ever had - brilliant.”
Check the sources yourself
We show 4 of the 48 reviews we read, with a direct link to each one on its original site. Open any of them and check that the quote and the count are real.
-
Mary Kirsten ★★★★★ 15 August 2026
“I took my daughter to Spain to celebrate her 18th birthday and graduation from high school and had booked everything through Expedia never having been to Spain before so I was a little anxious--I have some weak Spanish skills but ZERO...”
Backs up: location Open on Google -
Majid Masoud (Maj) ★★★★★ 12 August 2026
“Great hotel with a great staff. The view was amazing. I want to thank Fernando for his kind words and advice on where to visit and what to do in the city. Also the receptionists were very kind as well as the concierge. The breakfast was...”
Backs up: staff Open on Google
Barcelona in 1 Day: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell,Old Town & Pickup
The bit the hotel does not tell you
Although many rooms are spacious and comfortable, light sleepers might want to request an interior room to avoid any street noise at night.
Who we pictured staying here
Couples on a getaway
They wanted a romantic spot with a scenic view and convenient access to the city.
See allFamilies with young kids
Looking for spacious rooms and family-friendly services, this hotel checked all the boxes.
See allFood-first travellers
The rooftop bar’s food offerings attracted her, perfectly blending with her culinary exploration.
See allWhile you are in Barcelona
Experiences booked through Viator. We may earn a commission on these, never on your room.
Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch
Montserrat, Girona & Costa Brava Guided Day Trip from Barcelona
Half-Day Montserrat Small Group Guided Tour from Barcelona
Park Guell and Sagrada Familia Tour with Skip the Line Tickets
Before you book
Is breakfast included at Hotel Duquesa de Cardona Barcelona?
Does Hotel Duquesa de Cardona Barcelona have parking?
What time does the pool close at Hotel Duquesa de Cardona Barcelona?
More in Barcelona
The One Barcelona
A five star Eixample address where the staff and the rooftop restaurant carry the stay, and the pool and spa round it out.
Barcelona · 4.6 · No. 249
See the hotel
INNSiDE by Meliá Barcelona Apolo
A well-run base on Paral·lel for people who want to walk to La Rambla and take the metro everywhere else.
Barcelona · 4.5 · No. 223
See the hotel
Sofitel Barcelona Skipper
A five star on the Barcelona seafront where the staff and the rooftop carry the stay.
Barcelona · 4.6 · No. 199
See the hotel
