Triple Room City View
- 3 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Guest house · Barcelona · Catalonia
Fontanella Green House
A straightforward 2-star base in Barcelona's Ciutat Vella, with practical rooms, a tour desk, and easy access to Plaça de Catalunya.
- Central Ciutat Vella setting near Plaça de Catalunya
- Rooms with city views and balconies available
- Paid airport shuttle and tour/ticket assistance
7.8
Very good
2098 reviews
Booking.com 7.8 · 2098 reviews
About
Fontanella Green House
Fontanella Green House occupies a second-floor position on Via Laietana, in the heart of Ciutat Vella, Barcelona's oldest district. This 2-star hotel keeps things straightforward, with a lift, a tour desk, and a 24-hour reception. The location is the main draw, putting major sights and transport links within easy reach.
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating, and flat-screen TVs, and many offer city views from a private balcony. The hotel provides a paid airport shuttle and can assist with tours and tickets. Note that this is a no-smoking property and pets are not allowed.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Lift
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Central location in Ciutat Vella — Close to Plaça de Catalunya and major attractions, with easy access to Metro and shopping areas. Ideal for a city break.
- Friendly and helpful staff — Guests repeatedly note the welcoming, smiling team, with one naming a receptionist who spoke good English and made them feel at home.
- Clean and recently renovated rooms — Rooms described as clean, tastefully decorated, and modern, with comfortable beds and good water pressure.
- Practical amenities for sightseeing — A tour desk, paid airport shuttle, and 24-hour reception make it easy to arrange transport and activities.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Shared bathrooms in some rooms — One review notes a shared bathroom, and another mentions soap available, indicating not all rooms have en-suite facilities.
- Low facilities score — The Facilities rating is the lowest category at 6.1, suggesting limited on-site amenities beyond the basics.
- No pets allowed — If you're travelling with a pet, this isn't the place — the property doesn't accommodate them.
- Check-in window closes at 23:00 — While the reception is 24-hour, check-in must happen between 15:00 and 23:00. Late arrivals may need to arrange alternatives.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Double or Twin Room City View
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Standard Double or Twin Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Quadruple Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Small Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Standard Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Standard Twin Room City View
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Small Twin Room City view
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Superior Twin Room City View
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Small Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- Security
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- Parquet floor
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.8/10 from 2,098 reviews
Booking.com · 7.8 · 2098 reviews
7.8Verified guest“I'd recommend this hotel to anyone on a budget city break. The staff were welcoming and friendly. You can't get much closer to Plaça de Catalunya, ideal for the airport shuttle bus, and it was reasonably quiet for being right in the centre.”
7.8Verified guest“Quirky hotel with exceptionally nice staff, amazing location near Plaça de Catalunya. My room was tastefully decorated and modern, with a shared bathroom and soap. Close to shopping and the Metro.”
7.8Verified guest“Perfect location, clean facilities, comfortable beds with good water pressure, and helpful staff.”
7.8Verified guest“Great location, clean rooms, friendly staff.”
7.8Verified guest“Fairly clean, ideal hotel with an excellent location near the city centre.”
7.8Verified guest“Excellent staff, especially Claudi at reception, who was helpful and spoke good English. Others always smiling. Felt like staying at a friend's house.”
04 — Location
Getting around Barcelona
The property sits in Barcelona.
Ciutat Vella: Barcelona's oldest district, full of narrow streets, historic buildings, and a lively atmosphere. You're in the heart of the action.
Plaça de Catalunya: A major square just steps away, with the airport shuttle bus stop and easy access to Metro lines.
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya: About a 10-minute drive from the hotel, this museum is a cultural highlight in the city.
Via Laietana, 71, Piso 2, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:00
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 26 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:00, and check-out is by 11:00.
Is there an airport shuttle?
Yes, the hotel offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Are pets allowed at Fontanella Green House?
No, pets are not permitted on the property.
Does the hotel have a lift?
Yes, the hotel features a lift, which is handy given the second-floor location.
Is there air conditioning in the rooms?
All listed room types include air conditioning.
What time does reception close?
Reception is available 24 hours, but check-in must be completed by 23:00.
Are there rooms with a private bathroom?
The room descriptions include a shower, but at least one review mentions a shared bathroom, suggesting not all rooms are en-suite. Check your specific room type.
The bottom line
Fontanella Green House delivers exactly what a city-break hotel should: a prime location, clean rooms, and genuinely friendly staff, all at a budget-friendly price. It's not a resort — facilities are minimal and some rooms share bathrooms — but for travellers who plan to spend their days out exploring, it's a solid, no-frills choice.
7.8A straightforward base for those who want to be in the centre without paying for extras they won't use.
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