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Intercontinental Barcelona By Ihg

A 5-star stay near Montjuïc, with a rooftop pool, spa, and multiple dining options.

  • Rooftop pool and sun terrace
  • Spa with massage and Turkish bath
  • 3 on-site restaurants
8.7 Great 2629 reviews Booking.com 8.7 · 2629 reviews

About

Intercontinental Barcelona By Ihg

Intercontinental Barcelona By Ihg is a 5-star hotel on Avenida Rius Y Taulet, a short walk from the Magic Fountain and close to the Olympic stadium. The hotel offers an indoor swimming pool, a rooftop pool with sun terrace, and a spa with sauna, Turkish bath, and massage treatments.

Dining options include three restaurants, a snack bar, and a bar/lounge. The hotel also provides a fitness centre, business centre, and meeting facilities. Rooms are air-conditioned with soundproofing, tea and coffee facilities, and flat-screen TVs.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

5 reasons to book
  • Excellent location — Close to the metro, Olympic stadium, and a 5-minute walk from the Magic Fountain.
  • Large, clean rooms — Guests consistently praise the size and cleanliness of the rooms, even standard ones.
  • Great breakfast — Breakfast is frequently highlighted as a standout, with a wide variety of options.
  • Friendly and helpful staff — Guests note the welcoming and professional service from reception and other staff.
  • Rooftop pool and terrace — The rooftop pool, sun terrace, and bar are popular features, offering views and a relaxed atmosphere.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Rooms and cleanliness could be better — While many guests praised the rooms, the overall rating for rooms and cleanliness is only 6/10, suggesting inconsistency.
  • Price and service value questioned — The rating for price and service is 6/10, indicating that some guests felt the value didn't fully meet expectations for a 5-star hotel.
  • No pets allowed — The hotel does not permit pets, which may be a limitation for some travelers.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Classic King Room Club Lounge Access

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

One-Bedroom Twin Suite Sofa Bed Balcony

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony

Classic King Room Sofa Bed

  • 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Classic Double Room Two Double Beds

  • 2 Double beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Classic Twin Room Club Lounge Access

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Classic Twin Room Garden View

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Classic King Room Castle view

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Classic Twin Room City View

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Classic King Room City View

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

One-Bedroom King Suite Sofa Bed Balcony

  • 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony

Presidential Suite

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Classic Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Classic King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Classic Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Pool & Wellness

  • Rooftop pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Massage (back, head, full body, foot)

Food & Drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/Kitchen utensils
  • Flat-screen TV

Accessibility & Safety

  • Rooms/Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.7
Great 2629 reviews

Guest-rated 8.7/10 from 2,629 reviews

Booking.com · 8.7 · 2629 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness6.0
Location8.0
Dining7.0
Price and service6.0
8.7Verified guest

“The location was peaceful, and being close to the metro made getting into the city easy.”

8.7Verified guest

“Excellent place with great amenities like the heated swimming pool, 24-hour reception, and excellent Wi-Fi. The staff helped me plan my evenings during my first stay, which I remember fondly. I recommend the rooftop bar! I'm coming back for Christmas.”

8.7Verified guest

“Comfortable beds, good breakfast, and a beautiful view from the roof terrace.”

8.7Verified guest

“Central, large rooms, and a terrace.”

8.7Verified guest

“Very good location. Easy access to Barcelona's sightseeing areas. Good restaurant. Large and clean room.”

8.7Verified guest

“Great hotel! Staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooms are extremely large, even the standard ones. The bathroom is really nice too. It's a 5-minute walk to the Magic Fountains, a must-see in Barcelona. I would definitely stay here again.”

04 — Location

Getting around Barcelona

The property sits in Barcelona.

Magic Fountain: A 5-minute walk from the hotel, the Magic Fountain offers nightly light and music shows, a must-see in Barcelona.

Olympic Stadium: Located nearby, the Olympic stadium is a landmark of the 1992 Summer Olympics and is easily accessible from the hotel.

Barcelona Pavilion: Close to the hotel, this iconic building by Mies van der Rohe is a must-visit for architecture enthusiasts.

Avenida Rius Y Taulet, 1-3, Barcelona, Catalonia, 08004, Spain

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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 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
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
425 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is until 12:00.

Are pets allowed at the hotel?

No, pets are not allowed at the Intercontinental Barcelona.

Does the hotel have a pool?

Yes, the hotel has both an indoor swimming pool and a rooftop pool with a sun terrace.

Is breakfast included in the room rate?

The hotel offers breakfast, but it is not specified whether it is included in the room rate. Please check your booking for details.

Is there an airport shuttle service?

Yes, the hotel offers a paid airport shuttle service.

The bottom line

Intercontinental Barcelona By Ihg is a solid 5-star choice for travelers who value location, spacious rooms, and a good breakfast, with a rooftop pool and spa as bonuses. While some guests find the price-value balance off and rooms inconsistent, the overall guest rating of 8.7 out of 10 reflects a positive experience for most.

8.7Guest rating based on 2,629 reviews

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