Yurbban Passage Hotel & Spa, Barcelona
Overview
Pros
- You can relax at the in-house, adults-only vegan spa, one of the first of its kind, with water circuits and a spa pool.
- The hotel exclusively uses and promotes regional products in its decor, lobby shop, and eateries.
- The rooftop plunge pool and terrace with loungers offer incredible city views.
- The hotel has a fitness center, shuffleboard, Finna Cycles bike rentals, and longboard rentals.
- There's a quirky photo booth in the lobby and a fresh flower market in the historic passageway at the hotel's doorstep.
- The on-site restaurant commits itself to Catalan cuisine and features a designer cocktail bar.
- This isn't a particularly kid-friendly hotel: there are no child-specific amenities or family-friendly rooms.
- There's no parking available at the hotel.
Kimkim's Take
Additional Notes
While visiting this hotel, the staff used my first name multiple times. One of their goals is to greet their guests like friends and family—and I loved this personal touch! Sometimes, it's the little things, and this property simultaneously makes you feel at home and in Barcelona. At every turn, another cool, hip perk popped up, but my favorite is probably the complimentary 30 minutes in the all-organic, vegan spa—or maybe the adorable flower market where you can order a bouquet for your room.
Authenticity
Yurbban Passage's historic building has roots in the textile industry. Now an elegant hotel, it sits above a historic passageway once frequented by local merchants, where you'll find the property's flower market. The entire property exclusively features local cuisine and Catalan products in its decor, shop, and restaurants.
Location
You'll find Yurbban Passage in the historic El Born neighborhood, on Passatge de les Manufactures, an iconic passageway now lined with the hotel and a few eateries. You'll be almost equidistant from the Arc de Triomf and Plaça de Catalunya, within walking distance to numerous city sites, including the Barcelona Cathedral, Ciutadella Park, and La Ramba.
Rooms & Bathrooms
There's not a lot of room variety here. Instead, the hotel tries to make the look and amenities of the rooms consistent for all guests. So, even the standard options have an air of stately elegance. All the rooms have a pillow menu, a kettle and complimentary teas, Google Chromecast for streaming services, a Nespresso machine, a desk, a minibar, a yoga mat, and a media hub with HDMI, Bluetooth, and USB. Opt for a terraced room if you want a private outdoor space overlooking the Ciutat Vella neighborhood. Bathrooms have rainfall showers and the hotel's signature toiletries.