Reclaimed Utopia
8 guests
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4 bedrooms, 5 beds
4 bathrooms
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With playful patterns and carefully curated artwork, this home is full of fun. Eco-design is more than a catchphrase here. Your hosts have used simple design principles and natural materials to create a warm and earthy look while remaining faithful to opulent Catalan Modernism. Your hosts have committed to using recycled luxury materials. However, when that's not been possible, they've made sure only to use recyclable ones, making this city-centre apartment a fantastic choice for the eco-conscious traveller. Located on the border of Barcelona's El Born and Eixample districts, you couldn't be better placed to explore the Catalan capital. The majestic Arc de Triomf is just a four-minute walk away, while the 15th-century cathedral is no more than ten minutes away on foot. So after pounding the pavement, why not head to the iconic Barceloneta beach, where you can soak up some sun and frolic in the surf.
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What to expect
Highlights
Revel in the best of sun, sea and city at Barceloneta beach, a couple of kilometres away
Explore the winding alleyways of the city's Gothic Quarter, right on your doorstep
Tuck into mouthwatering homemade meals in the industrial dining area
Watch the world go by out on the enclosed balcony
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Home truths
Due to the ecologically conscious design of this home, there are no paper towels, washing machine or a dryer
The hosts would like their guests to recycle all of their rubbish, so only recycle bins are provided in this home
Check yourself in on arrival with the keypad
Child-friendly amenities such as a cot and highchair are available on request
The dining table doubles as a laptop-friendly workspace
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Balcony
Lift access
Fridge
High chair
Bedrooms & bathrooms
4 bedrooms, 5 beds
4 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Arrange a chef
Baby sitting
Cab booking
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Laundry and dry cleaning
Massage
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
Additional fees
Your host can help arrange bike hire, daily cleaning and minibar refills for an additional fee
There's no free parking at this home, but there's paid parking nearby
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Eixample
Eixample is overflowing with greenery – trees line the quiet streets and you're never far away from a square to relax in. It's home to many beautiful apartment blocks sitting above restaurants and bars filled with locals enjoying summer evenings. Don't forget to look up, as famous modernist architects such as Antoni Gaudí, Lluis Domenech I Montaner, and Josep Puig I Cadafalch have designed buildings here. Walk along Paseo de...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Pay a visit to the Arco de Triunfo
This arch was built as the main access point during the 1888 Barcelona World Fair and has remained a popular tourist attraction ever since.
Get a taste of the high life at the Cotton House Hotel
A colonial-style hotel in central Barcelona with a fabulous rooftop terrace. Escape the busy streets and come up for a drink or three.
Get your Paella fix at Santa Anna
A lot of restaurants claim they serve the best paella in the world, but many say that Santa Anna is the real deal when it comes to this claim. Taste for yourself!
Take some time off at Aire Ancient Baths
In the heart of Barcelona, there's a place where time stands still. This luxurious spa in a converted warehouse offers an unforgettable, almost surreal experience for the mind, body, and soul.
Check out the Picasso Museum
This collection of Picasso's work showcases some of his lesser-known, more intimate works. It also has excellent temporary exhibitions.
Have a serious brunch at El Árbol
El Árbol is the ultimate place for a proper brunch. Avocado toast, orange juice, great coffee, smoothies, omelettes - take your pick.
Wander through Santa Catarina Market
This local favourite has been completely renovated with a majestic roof a la Gaudí. Aside from delicious fresh produce, there are several tapas stalls to stop by.
Go for a boat ride at Parc de la Ciutadela
This is probably the greenest oasis in all of Barcelona. Created as the city's first public park in the mid 19th Century, it's a lovely place to while away an afternoon.
Have a sophisticated evening at Gran Teatre del Liceu
This truly stunning opera house opened its doors way back in 1847. And, with such a breathtaking interior and a world-class programme, it's no surprise that it's still going strong today.
Get around
Airport
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat
30 min
Girona–Costa Brava
1 hr 13 min
Train station
Arc de Triomf
5 min
Subway station
Urquinaona
6 min
Bus stop
Trafalgar - Bruc
1 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
2 min
Cafe
1 min
Pharmacy
2 min
Points of interest
Beach
PLAYA MAR
11 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 12:00
On floor 3, has a lift
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
5
days
Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Mari
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Mari, a local girl born and bred in Barcelona, has worked in the hospitality business for a while. Her partner, Petz, comes from Luxembourg, and together they've built Helloyok — a project that forms the expression of their combined ideas and views on life. They're friendly and approachable and they love to meet other people and have a chat.
Registration or licence number: HUTB-009921.
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