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Hotel Ginebra, in the heart of Barcelona

18 rooms in the heart of Barcelona. A personal welcome and the city just outside your door.

Hotel Ginebra building lobby with its iron door and marble walls

How it all began

The hotel’s history

Since opening its doors in 1958, Hotel Ginebra has welcomed guests in the heart of Barcelona. Founded by a Spanish family from León, it was one of the first hotels on Plaça de Catalunya and soon became a trusted choice for travellers from across Spain. In 2012, the hotel began a new chapter under The Happy Tourist SL, an Anglo-Dutch company with Italian roots, bringing a complete refurbishment and a fresh approach to hospitality. With an additional floor in 2015, Hotel Ginebra now offers 18 rooms in one of Barcelona’s most privileged locations. Our history is part of who we are, but our focus remains on the future: memorable stays, sincere hospitality and a warm welcome for every guest who walks through our doors.

Drawing of Farmàcia Catalunya beside the entrance to Hotel Ginebra

Our Barcelona

Mercat de la Boqueria

Colourful and full of life: that is Barcelona’s famous traditional food market, Mercat de la Boqueria. Just a 10-minute walk down La Rambla, it is ideal for lunch, fresh fruit or a drink in the heart of the Old Town.

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