Hotel Jazz
A stylish hotel near Plaza Catalunya featuring a rooftop pool and deck with panoramic city views.
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Hotel Jazz is a stylish modern property located just steps from Plaza Catalunya and the airport bus. Guests praise the eighth-floor rooftop pool with sweeping city views, comfortable beds, and helpful staff. However, the breakfast area can get uncomfortably crowded and chaotic in the morning, and there is no full on-site restaurant for lunch or dinner. 112185
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What travelers noticed
- The eighth-floor rooftop pool and bar terrace receive widespread praise for offering great city views. 2118
- The location near Plaza Catalunya provides easy walking access to La Rambla and the airport Aerobus stop. 91210
- Rooms provide comfortable beds, flat-screen TVs, and double-paned windows that keep out street and metro noise. 182
- Reviewers consistently highlight the welcoming and helpful front desk staff. 83
The catch
Who it's for
- — Travelers prioritizing proximity to the airport bus and Plaza Catalunya
- — Guests seeking a rooftop pool with city views
- — Couples looking for a modern hotel near La Rambla
Skip it if
- — Travelers looking for a relaxed, unhurried breakfast room
- — Guests who want a full-service dinner restaurant on-site
- — Those who dislike pushed-together twin beds in standard rooms
Seen on camera
11 moments · 1 video · Hotel Jazz
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“This hotel has just about everything you'd need on a trip including a conference center of on-site restaurant with a lit…”
youtube.com2:02“we really enjoyed the decor and the vibe of this hotel it's kind of exactly what we're looking for in a hotel when we're…”
youtube.com2:18“this hotel room had plenty of plugs and outlets and places to charge all of your devices”
youtube.com3:03“the bed was super comfortable and one of the best parts is they had a refrigerator that was stocked with free drinks and…”
youtube.com3:09“This hotel did a really good job with whatever update they recently did it felt very modern fresh clean and well worth t…”
youtube.com3:45“and I'm happy to say this hotel had plenty of super hot water so if you'd like taking hot showers you would be very happ…”
youtube.com4:31“there was a lot of like dings and dents and scratches and missing paint and all kinds of stuff that you just look at and…”
youtube.com7:49“as a good example of that on the ceiling above the bed there were handprints like perfectly formed handprints I don't wa…”
youtube.com8:01“the bed was comfortable though so I'll give it that”
youtube.com8:19“how shower leaked water all over the floor I mean it just felt like there was no maintenance really done”
youtube.com8:23“I think the difference in price you may be okay with staying at hotel Jazz it's very centrally located and right next to…”
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Score breakdown
How the 92/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
94- “If the Pulitzer is the one right on the Ramblas and close to the big market, then that's the one I stayed in. It is truly a luxury hotel with nicely decorated rooms and 1 of the nicest bathroom / fixtures I've seen in a hotel.” 18
- “how shower leaked water all over the floor I mean it just felt like there was no maintenance really done” 58:23
Location
97- “It is a fantastic location, and very safe! It was not long after the tragic circumstances at Las Ramblas and it was well patrolled by police 24/7.” 10
- “The location of this sleek property near Plaza Catalunya is "perfect because it's well away from the crowds and noise" but still a short walk from the Ramblas.” 9
Room
92- “the bed was super comfortable and one of the best parts is they had a refrigerator that was stocked with free drinks and they also had snacks waiting for you in the room as well” 53:09
- “we really enjoyed the decor and the vibe of this hotel it's kind of exactly what we're looking for in a hotel when we're traveling abroad or even traveling within the United States” 52:18
Service
90- “The staff were welcoming, knowledgeable & very accommodating.” 3
- “I stayed in two Catalonia hotels during my recent Spain trip: In Madrid and Barcelona. There were "incidents" in both hotels but overall I was happy with the stays: The locations were perfect, the rooms were clean, and the staff overall was friendly.” 3
Bed & Sleep
91- “the bed was comfortable though so I'll give it that” 58:19
Value
89Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-08-31
Where it sits
Hotel Jazz and the 15 other hotels we cover in Barcelona. Hover a marker for the hotel; click to open it.
What’s nearby
Landmarks and transport around Hotel Jazz. Distances are straight-line, so walking times are approximate.
- Barcelona-Plaça de Catalunya — 4 min walk · 0.3 km
- Barcelona Museum of Contemporary ArtMuseu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona — 4 min walk · 0.3 km
- Mercat de Sant Josep - La Boqueria — 9 min walk · 0.7 km
- Erotic MuseumMuseu Eròtic de Barcelona — 9 min walk · 0.7 km
- Palau de la Música Catalana — 10 min walk · 0.8 km
- Triumphal ArchArc de Triomf — 17 min walk · 1.4 km
- Basilica of the Holy FamilyBasílica de la Sagrada Família — 5 min drive · 2.1 km
- National Art Museum of CataloniaMuseu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya — 5 min drive · 2.2 km
- Barcelona International AirportBCN — 12 min drive · 11.9 km
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Beats what $$ usually buys
Scores 4 points above the mid-range median of 88, across 613 hotels in the same bracket. In Barcelona it sits 3 points above the local median of 89.
- This hotel
- 92
- Bracket median
- 88
- Index median
- 90
Based on 613 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
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- 2 mentions
- 1 mention
No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
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- “the bed was comfortable though so I'll give it that” On camera58:19
- “Our room had a small balcony overlooking the main street, and the only noise we heard was once when there was a celebration of some sort & people in the apartments opposite were banging saucepans to the fellow party goers below.” 10
- “The street it is on is nothing special, though, just a bunch of shops and budget hotels, it isn't scenic in any way.” 18
- “For our dates in October, the Pulitzer is about 85 euro more per night than the Jazz. We didn't hear the rumble of the metro nor street noise. The windows are double-paned.” 18
- “The "incident" at Madrid was that they gave the room that we requested to somebody else and the room given to us was very noisy. I didn't get much sleep the first night.” 3
- “Stylish, quiet rooms with plush beds, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi” 2
- “The location of this sleek property near Plaza Catalunya is "perfect because it's well away from the crowds and noise" but still a short walk from the Ramblas.” 9
- “The location in particular is hard to beat. Seconds away from the central Plaza Catalunya (which is where the Barcelona airport bus starts and stops incidentally), you will barely need to use the metro or taxis to explore everything from the Gothic District to the architecture of Gaudi.” 12
- “Well positioned in the heart of the city just a five minute walk from Plaça Catalunya and Les Rambles” 1
- “The hotel is very convenient to the aerobus from/ to the airport, just a matter of steps to "drag" the suitcases. ;)” 10
- “We would definitely stay there again. We stayed at Hotel Jazz in September 2016. We stayed 4 nights. Our choice was based on a recommendation by a friend in the travel industry and positive reviews on Booking.com. We thought it was a great location. We walked most everywhere.” 3
- “I didn't notice the subway rumble but probably because I requested (and got) a quiet room on a very high floor (facing an interior courtyard area). It was comfortable, clean, the staff nice, and a very convenient location for the airport bus and generally getting around (and good restaurants north just a few blocks on psg de Gracia or Cataluna, think that's it's name.” 18
- “That, plus good reviews :) Jazz - better roof terrace and pool. We loved Portal de l'Angel. Only a block from the airport bus, great room, lovely outdoor space, great location to walk to most things.” 10
- “Superb location less than a five-minute walk west of La Rambla” 2
- “It is a fantastic location, and very safe! It was not long after the tragic circumstances at Las Ramblas and it was well patrolled by police 24/7.” 10
- “Thank you for your input. We stayed at the Hotel Jazz for 3 nights in November based on recommendations from the forum. The location was fine, however we had also stayed at the Catalunya Porta de l'Àngel as part of our RS tour with extra days.” 3
- “The smoke-free hotel is superbly located in a shopping area, 2.9 km from the 19th - century formal Ciutadella Park, which guests can visit to enjoy the grandeur of nature.” 16
- “It was comfortable, clean, the staff nice, and a very convenient location for the airport bus and generally getting around (and good restaurants north just a few blocks on psg de Gracia or Cataluna, think that's it's name.” 18
- “Staffs are nice and helpful.” 7
- “The hotel is very convenient to the aerobus from/ to the airport, just a matter of steps to "drag" the suitcases. We enjoyed varied offerings at the breakfast buffet, again experiencing great service from the staff, nothing was too much trouble.” 10
- “The staff were welcoming, knowledgeable & very accommodating.” 3
- “Glad it is still there. This will be our third time staying there in June. The location is perfect, staff friendly.” 8
- “This hotel has just about everything you'd need on a trip including a conference center of on-site restaurant with a little Atrium area a very very comfortable Lobby and the customer service was excellent” On camera52:02
- “I stayed in two Catalonia hotels during my recent Spain trip: In Madrid and Barcelona. There were "incidents" in both hotels but overall I was happy with the stays: The locations were perfect, the rooms were clean, and the staff overall was friendly.” 3
- “Location is perfect. Staffs are nice and helpful.” 6
- “While we were there, the pro-separatist demonstrations began, the airport closed down, and we were unable to leave Barcelona for 2 days. Hotel Jazz was very accommodating in lengthening our stay and keeping us posted on the situation.” 3
- “Run by the same team who manage the four-star 1898 Hotel on La Rambla, Jazz has plenty of class with 108 stylishly decorated rooms fitted out with all the mod cons you need for a comfortable stay, whilst a rooftop bar, sun loungers and swimming pool add some wow factor.” 12
- “The hotel itself is very nice with an amazing rooftop pool with beautiful views of the city.” 8
- “I didn't get much sleep the first night. They changed our room from the second night but that inconvenienced us because we had to pack and unpack. The staff especially one young gentleman was super nice though.” 3
- “It was comfortable, clean, the staff nice, and a very convenient location for the airport bus and generally getting around (and good restaurants north just a few blocks on psg de Gracia or Cataluna, think that's it's name.” 18
- “When I brought this to the attention of the front desk staff, he seemed annoyed. He first said he will change our room but quickly added there was no similar room.” 3
- “We walked a few blocks to Tim Hortons The breakfast was extra and was really good. We love Hotel Jazz but the lovely young man atvthe front desk recommended that next time I ask for a handicapped r[m.” 8
- “The staff were welcoming, knowledgeable & very accommodating. We paid extra for the breakfast and it was the best we had in Spain.” 3
- “The breakfast room was very crowded and busy bordering on the chaotic. The staff did a great job keeping up, but it was not a place to relax.” 3
- “The service was wonderful, and they even accepted our poor attempts at Catalan with a smile each time we made contact.” 10
- “The "incident" at Barcelona was the room had a smell perhaps just recently painted.” 3
- “Funky, fun architectural details and decor” 2
- “We stayed at the Hotel Jazz in October 2019 for 5 nights. We found the location to be ideal, the room clean, and especially enjoyed the roof-top terrace for drinks and just relaxing outside.” 3
- “the bed was super comfortable and one of the best parts is they had a refrigerator that was stocked with free drinks and they also had snacks waiting for you in the room as well” On camera53:09
- “as a good example of that on the ceiling above the bed there were handprints like perfectly formed handprints I don't want to guess what they were doing to get handprints on the ceiling above the bed I guess you could guess but there was a little off puding” On camera58:01
- “we really enjoyed the decor and the vibe of this hotel it's kind of exactly what we're looking for in a hotel when we're traveling abroad or even traveling within the United States” On camera52:18
- “this hotel room had plenty of plugs and outlets and places to charge all of your devices” On camera53:03
- “The room at the Jazz was fine.” 3
- “Located on the vibrant Carre Pelai a short stroll from La Rambla, the Hotel Jazz reflects the energy of its surroundings in its look and feel, with stylish and colorful decor and a buzzy vibe.” 2
- “Steps from Plaça de Catalunya yet quieter than nearby Las Ramblas, this stylish hotel wins praise for its rooftop pool and terrace, modern design, friendly staff, and strong value for the price.” 11
- “Both Hotel Jazz and Portal de l'Angel are available for my November dates for about the same price. They both have a good central location with easy airport transfers and breakfasts included.” 10
- “The ample breakfast buffet (for a fee) includes meats, fresh fruit, pastries, baked goods, omelets and egg dishes.” 2
- “This hotel did a really good job with whatever update they recently did it felt very modern fresh clean and well worth the price of €250 per night” On camera53:45
- “I think the difference in price you may be okay with staying at hotel Jazz it's very centrally located and right next to L rumbla” On camera58:42
- “I just wanted to thank everyone here that recommended staying at Hotel Jazz in Barcelona. We are currently staying there and are quite impressed. It's not very expensive and the location is perfect.” 8
- “A stay here suits travelers who want a prime spot near La Rambla, in a cool, modern upper-middle-range hotel that doesn't break the bank with its nightly rates.” 2
- “The outdoor rooftop pool has "views worth the price of your stay."” 9
- “how shower leaked water all over the floor I mean it just felt like there was no maintenance really done” On camera58:23
- “If the Pulitzer is the one right on the Ramblas and close to the big market, then that's the one I stayed in. It is truly a luxury hotel with nicely decorated rooms and 1 of the nicest bathroom / fixtures I've seen in a hotel.” 18
- “I think what Hotel of Jazz can improve is therir breakfast. For example, some meats are over-burned and alsmot black-dark color, not healthy.” 7
- “The breakfast room was very crowded and busy bordering on the chaotic. The staff did a great job keeping up, but it was not a place to relax.” 3
- “Breakfast is good. But, hotel of Regina, at Madrid, has better breakfast. I think what Hotel of Jazz can improve is therir breakfast. For example, some meats are over-burned and alsmot black-dark color, not healthy.” 6
- “The breakfast was extra and was really good.” 8
- “Did you happen to have breakfast included and is it good ? It wasn't the best I've ever had but it wasn't the worst either, overall I'd say it was in the middle. It was good enough that I'd get it again.” 8
- “There will be advocates for both responding and many, like me, have not been to both. We really enjoyed Portal de l'Angel. It had a pleasant pool for cooling off (maybe less important in November) and the best breakfast of our Spain tour.” 10
- “The hotel is very convenient to the aerobus from/ to the airport, just a matter of steps to "drag" the suitcases. We enjoyed varied offerings at the breakfast buffet, again experiencing great service from the staff, nothing was too much trouble.” 10
- “Staff "are friendly"; expect only a breakfast buffet since there is no restaurant on-site.” 9
What we still don't know
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- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
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- 2Hotel Jazz Review: What To REALLY Expect If You Stayoyster.comReview site2024-08-16Ageing11 quotes used
“Funky, fun architectural details and decor”
Read originaloyster.com - 8Hotel Jazz Barcelona - Spain and Portugal Portsboards.cruisecritic.comReview site2004-06-13Ageing9 quotes used
“Glad it is still there. This will be our third time staying there in June. The location is perfect, staff friendly.”
Read originalboards.cruisecritic.com - 1Hotel Jazz, Barcelona Reviewthehotelguru.comReview siteDate not stated4 quotes used
“Well positioned in the heart of the city just a five minute walk from Plaça Catalunya and Les Rambles”
Read originalthehotelguru.com - 3Hotel Jazz (HJ) or Catalonia Plaza Catalunya (CPC)community.ricksteves.comReview siteDate not stated18 quotes used
“The "incident" at Barcelona was the room had a smell perhaps just recently painted.”
Read originalcommunity.ricksteves.com - 4Hotel Jazz in Barcelona, Costa Bravaloveholidays.comReview siteDate not statedRead originalloveholidays.com
- 5INNSiDE Apolo & Hotel Jazz Review & Room Toursyoutube.comVideoDate not statedListened for quotes only13 quotes used
“the bed was comfortable though so I'll give it that”
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