Eixample's elegant grid network is a feat of 19th-century town planning with broad avenues of modernist architecture stretching the length of the city. Passeig de Gracia, Barcelona's glamorous boulevard, divides this district, and is lined with designer boutiques and highlighted by Gaudí's famous architecture. Explore this stylish district, which boasts Barcelona's beloved Sagrada Familia - the ongoing project of Gaudí´s dream cathedral. There are countless opportunities for fine dining, from the open-air terraces of the tree-lined Rambla de Catalunya to superb French restaurants. Later, join locals and travellers alike in the vibrant cocktail bars dotted all over the neighbourhood.

This design hotel is close to exclusive boutiques on Passeig de Gràcia. The Axel Hotel's 500m² Spa Centre includes a pool, experience showers and saunas.The Axel's Sky Bar features a large swimming pool, terrace with jacuzzis and cocktail bar. Here you will find parties, art exhibitions and shows. The restaurant inside offers Mediterranean cuisine.The area around the hotel is known as the Gay-xample because of its lively gay scene.The Axel Hotel offers easy access to the Ramblas, the Picasso Museum and Gothic Quarter. The hotel occupies an attractive 19th-century building.This hetero-friendly hotel has an open-minded, cosmopolitan atmosphere. The staff have excellent knowledge of the local gay scene.All rooms are spacious and have modern design. Modern technology includes a flat-screen satellite TV, Wi-Fi and an iPod. There is also free internet access in the business centre.

Policies / Expenses Cancellation: Individual policy: Free! If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged. Nightly Parking: 30 Ôé¼ Total Taxes: 10.00% Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes)

Barcelona-El Prat is 12 km far from the hotel. Shuttle service is provided upon request.Taxi will be around 25 Ôé¼. Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.