CATALONIA MAGDALENES, Barcelona

Catalonia Magdalenes - A Gothic Quarter boutique hotel with rooftop pool, spa, and Roman aqueduct remnants

Located on a quiet side street in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, the 4-star Catalonia Magdalenes occupies a restored building with a distinctive salmon-pink balconied facade. This Barcelona hotel features 61 soundproofed rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, Nespresso machines, minibars, and USB ports. The rooftop terrace showcases a glass-enclosed pool, sun deck, and seasonal snack bar with views over the Cathedral. A complimentary basement spa provides a heated relaxation pool, steam bath, and massage treatments, complemented by a LifeFitness-equipped gym. The dining room, adorned with decorative tiles, serves a breakfast buffet including made-to-order eggs, champagne, and a Bloody Mary station. Three sections of an ancient Roman aqueduct are visible in the reception area, while a small courtyard displays teardrop lights cascading from a skylight. The property sits between Portal de l'Angel and Via Laietana shopping streets, with Palau de la Música Catalana, Plaça Sant Jaume, and La Rambla all within 10 minutes' walk.

Pros

Free tapas and drinks service on the rooftop terrace

Complimentary snack area offering sandwiches, salads, pastries, and beverages

Heated towel racks and rainfall showerheads in modern bathrooms

White-paneled hallways decorated with leaf designs

Cons

1.5 miles distance to Sagrada Familia

Small-sized rooftop plunge pool