Chic & Basic Born - Barcelona

Set in the trendy, fashionable El Born district in the city centre, this stunning and chic hotel is housed in a fantastic modernist-style building with high ceilings, large windows and marble staircases. Chic & Basic Born is within walking distance of all the main monuments and attractions in the city centre. Stroll through the Born district in the evening and enjoy the lively atmosphere on the streets. You can grab a drink or some tapas in one of the numerous tapas bars in this local area. From here you can also walk through the neighbouring Gothic Quarter and onto the famous Las Ramblas, with its street sellers and performers. The hotel prides itself on its sleek interior design of the property, combined with its splashes of colour from the fibre optic lights in the hallways and bedrooms.

In addition to the facilities already mentioned, the hotel has a common area where you can lie down and relax on a designer armchair and do some reading. This is also an ideal place to meet up with friends before going out to dinner or for drinks. Do some exercise in the hotel's gym, where you can also pamper yourself with by relaxing in the massage chair. The hotel also has an area that has complimentary coffee or water, available to you at any time of the day.

The hotel is located on the renowned Princesa street of El Born neighbourhood. From here you can easily visit the famous Picasso Museum, the Textile Museum and Santa Maria del Mar church. Admire the impressive architecture in the França Train Station and the old Born market, situated right next to the hotel. El Born district is also renowned for its numerous trendy boutiques and shops. This area is also a reference point for some of the most innovative restaurants and fashionable bars in the city. From this hotel you can also easily walk to the lovely Parc de la Ciutadella, Barcelona zoo, the Barceloneta beach area and the port area, Moll de la Fusta. Ten minutes away on foot are the popular and bustling areas of Plaça Sant Jaume, Las Ramblas and Plaça Catalunya.

The hotel's bar, The White Bar, has a trendy, minimalist-style. Here you can relax with friends or colleagues in a smart and sophisticated atmosphere. Every Friday and Saturday night, you can enjoy the DJ sessions in the bar. Mediterranean-style food is served in the bar. You can also sample a wide variety of cocktails and mixers. Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 13.30 to 16:00 and 08:30 to 11:00 Sunday and Monday: closed