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Reviews of Pensión Villanueva 2 stars

Plaza Real, 2, Ciutat Vella, 08002 Barcelona, Spain

#171 of 239 B&Bs and Inns in Barcelona

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 551 hotel reviews

7.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.5

  • Comfort

    7.3

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    6.8

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    7.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    8.0
    Great venue
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom and View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was average, basic and below standard

    Proximity to La Rambla and central to all other sights

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Its a rely small room. Bathroom sink was tough to use as the mirror above it had a shelf that made it hard to even wash your face over the sink. I think that shelf should be removed. Also, we were woken up at 5 am from noisy guys whi had just come from partying. It ruined our sleep. However we kind of expected it for this area of barcelona.

    Location wad perfect right in Placa Reial and staff was friendly. Room was very clean. We booked a double room with extra bed and private bathroom. They cleaned daily and replaced the sheets daily and gave us new towels and toilet roll. Elevator and AC works, which is essential for some people. We liked everything except that it is really small.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Extra Bed with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely fantastic location, and it is within walking distances to most places. The staff are friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2025

    8.0
    Great location, fully functional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double with Private Bathroom with no views
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower didn’t always have hot water. We booked a double, but got two single beds pushed together which often created a gap with the mattress sliding off in the night.

    Location - Central - on a beautiful plaza with lots of bars and restaurants Host was lovely and the rooms were cleaned daily. Good AC

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    8.0
    Great location. Glad my girls didn’t have to deal with Mr La Cucaracha
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Extra Bed with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Found a pair of jeans under the dresser when I was searching for the second cockroach I saw. First one I flushed down the toilet . He/she was the size of my thumb! Also bring earplugs if you have a room on the square the noise last late into the night…..24:00-01:00 and the crews cleaning up and delivering are their bright and early.

    Great location.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2025

    6.0
    Good enough for a last-minute booking.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom and View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The lack of a refrigerator. The elevator was off after midnight and we needed to climb several flights of stairs. A very soft smell of humidity/mold from the wallpaper.

    It was at a central location and made it easy for us to go around, albeit a not so decent neighborhood especially at night.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Balcony with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing not to like other than breakfast was not an option

    Location was perfect

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Air conditioning barely worked.

    Location

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room with Shared Bathroom with no views
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Air Conditioning, bed and pillows

    Location, workers

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2025

    7.0
    Incredible location off La Rambla
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Double Room with Shared Bathroom with no views
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Size of room could be a bit better

    Amazing location and friendly staff

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2025

    6.0
    the lack of some basic necessities and unreliable Wi-Fi made this hotel a much less appealing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 8 nights

    Cons of this hotel: The room lacked two basic essentials: an electric kettle and a hair dryer—something we've never encountered in any other hotel. Without a kettle, we had to purchase tea daily, spending €9 for two medium cups of black tea—the most expensive we've ever had. Unfortunately, the hot water dispenser in the hallway was also out of order. The absence of a hair dryer was inconvenient, and the furniture left much to be desired. The desk chair was broken at the base and had no cushioning—it felt like sitting on a wooden plank. The large cushioned chair in the room had a large, unsightly stain, making it unusable for sitting or even placing our belongings. Overall, the room furnishings were outdated and in need of replacement. The Wi-Fi connection was very unreliable, making it difficult to stay connected. The bathroom also had issues: the sink never produced hot water, and the shower temperature fluctuated drastically with the slightest adjustment, switching from scalding hot to freezing cold. Due to these inconveniences, we would not consider booking this hotel again in the future.

    Pros of this hotel: The location is excellent—right at Plaça Reial, a vibrant and bustling square full of activity. Our room had a balcony overlooking La Rambla, offering a great view of people passing by, even in the early morning hours. Although the room was small, it was sufficient since we spent most of our time exploring the city. Housekeeping was outstanding, with fresh towels and toiletries provided daily. The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel is within walking distance of many major tourist attractions, which helped us save on transportation costs. There are plenty of dining options nearby, and the famous Boqueria Market is just a short walk away.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    7.0
    Excellent location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom and View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was not exceptionally clean. Floors were dirty. Balcony furniture was rusty and uncomfortable to sit on. No TV but we weren’t in the room much.

    Location location location. Overlooking the courtyard in the Gothic Quarter. Lots of cafes and restaurants. Excellent views.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    6.0
    We had a good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double with Private Bathroom with no views
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Old but clean

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    7.0
    The facilities are old but price is fair and the location is good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Economy Double Room with Shared Bathroom with no views
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    soundproofing is not good, and wifi is bad (wifi really needs to be improved)

    perfect location, friendly staff

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    7.0
    Great location - no frills, very basic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double with Private Bathroom with no views
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Size of the room, nowhere to sit at the hotel, noisy air-con

    Fantastic location, good value, reception open quite long hours.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom and View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2025

    6.0
    Cheap and very basic but fantastic location as we had a timy basic room with small balcony on Rambla
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room with Shared Bathroom with no views
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We could not get wifi in our room. My husband went one floor down and sat in a passage to get wifi.

    Unfortunately there was no breakfast and good wifi But it was cheap and very basic but Fantastic Location and friendly staff. They kept our baggage till we went to airport. Loved the location!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2025

    7.0
    Great value for a cheaper stay in a fab area
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom and View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The general feel of the sheets and towels, and type of body wash and shower.

    Lovely location and great to have new towels every day! Beautiful window view.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom and View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    I want for a tradeshow and the price was well too high for the standard of the Pension. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

    The location was really great on Plaça Real so right in the center of the city / La Rambla and 2mn from the Liceu metro station.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2025

    8.0
    Better AC and bed
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Economy Double with Private Bathroom with no views
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the bed, the AC

    very centered

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Extra Bed with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The location of the hotel was great, right in the center and close to everything. The hotel staff was very attentive and caring, especially the lady. Although our room was small, it was very comfortable and clean, our towels were changed every day and new shampoos were provided. What we liked most was the view from our room. If I came again, I would like to stay here again.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Double with Private Bathroom with no views
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No breakfast

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Economy Double Room with Shared Bathroom with no views
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Location

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2025

    7.0
    Thank you for your hospitality and flexibility!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Double Room with Shared Bathroom with no views
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was very kind and helpful. I was very grateful for their hospitality.

    Stayed in February 2025

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