Hotel Paral·lel
A straightforward Barcelona base with room for your dog too.
A place to stay in Barcelona
Paral·lel is a 2-star hotel in Barcelona, rated 8.6/10 across more than 3,500 guest reviews. Rooms start from €136, and the hotel accepts pets, making it one of the more practical options for travellers bringing animals along. The hotel runs a 24-hour front desk and serves breakfast daily. Business and meeting facilities are on-site. All rooms include air conditioning, free WiFi, a minibar, and an attached bathroom.
Who it's a good fit for
A compact, no-frills city hotel that covers the essentials well — pets welcome, breakfast available, staff praised consistently by guests.
Best for
- Travellers with pets
- Short business trips
- Budget-conscious couples or solo stays
- Small groups needing a triple room
Less suited to
- Those wanting larger rooms
- Travellers looking for a full-service hotel with a spa or pool
Pet-friendly setup
The hotel goes beyond a blanket pet policy: rooms designated as pet-friendly come with pet bowls and a pet basket. If you are travelling with an animal, it is worth confirming availability when booking.
Shared lounge and common areas
Guests have access to a shared lounge and TV area — a practical spot to sit when not out in the city. A vending machine with snacks is also on-site for quick late-night needs.
Business and meeting space
A dedicated business centre and meeting facilities mean the hotel can handle small working trips. The 24-hour front desk and key card room access keep things orderly for guests coming and going at irregular hours.
Rooms & rates
Double or Twin Room
16.0 m² · Select your bed (if available) 2 twin beds 1 full bed
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Minibar
- Free Wifi
Standard Triple Room
16.0 m² · 3 twin beds
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Minibar
- Free Wifi
Standout features
Inside Paral·lel
Amenities at Paral·lel
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free Wifi
- 24-hour front desk
- Elevator
- Laundry
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Flat-screen TV
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Shower
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
Living Area
- Desk
Where it is
5 sights nearby, the closest being Refugi 307 at 360 m; the nearest station, Paral·lel, is 270 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Refugi 307museum360 m
- Jardins de Sant Pau del Campgarden390 m
- Parròquia Sant Domènec de Guzmánplace of worship480 m
- Jardins de les Tres Xemeneiesgarden500 m
- Parc del Mirador del Poble Secpark570 m
Getting around
- Paral·lelstation270 m
- El Poble-secstation460 m
Direct-line distances, measured from the property; data © OpenStreetMap contributors
With 3,543 reviews and a score of 8.6/10, Paral·lel draws consistent feedback around three themes: location, staff, and free WiFi. Guests single out the front desk team in particular. The rating places it solidly in the upper range for 2-star hotels in Barcelona.
- Staff9.1
- Facilities8.6
- Cleanliness8.9
- Comfort8.8
- Value For Money8.3
- Location9
- Free Wifi9.2
Reviews scoring 9–10: 24 · average 9.5
They wrote about: cleanliness, room, location
Reviews scoring 7–9: 6 · average 8
They wrote about: location, room, breakfast
None of the reviews scored within this range.
Based on guest reviews published on sites that partner with Booking.
Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
- Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
Common questions
Does the hotel accept pets?
Yes. Paral·lel is pet-friendly and provides pet bowls and a pet basket. It is worth confirming pet room availability when booking, as designated pet-friendly rooms may be limited.
Is breakfast included?
The hotel serves a daily breakfast described as 'Very Good' in guest feedback. Whether it is included in your rate or charged separately will depend on the room package you select at booking.
What room types are available?
There are two room types: a Double or Twin Room (16 m², from €198) with a choice of bed configuration, and a Standard Triple Room (16 m², from €308) with three twin beds.
Is WiFi free?
Yes, free WiFi is available throughout the hotel and in all rooms. It is one of the most frequently mentioned positives in guest reviews.
Is there parking at the hotel?
Parking is not listed among the hotel's facilities. If this is important to your stay, contact the hotel directly before booking to ask about nearby options.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
The hotel does have a 24-hour front desk, so late arrivals can be accommodated. Contact the hotel directly for precise times.
Is the hotel suitable for guests with disabilities?
Yes. Facilities for disabled guests are listed among the hotel's main highlights, and the property has an elevator. Contact the hotel for specifics on accessibility features in individual rooms.
Are there laundry services?
Yes. The hotel provides laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing services, though these are available at an additional charge rather than being complimentary.
Does the hotel have meeting or business facilities?
Yes. A business centre and meeting facilities are on-site, making this a reasonable option for short business trips to Barcelona.
What is the lowest available rate?
Rooms start from €136 per night. The Double or Twin Room starts from €198 and the Standard Triple Room from €308, depending on dates and availability.
Is there luggage storage?
Yes, baggage storage is available at the hotel — useful if you are checking out before your flight or train and want to spend a few extra hours in the city.