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Hotel 1898

Hotel · Historic hotel4-star$$$La Rambla, Barcelona

A four-star hotel on La Rambla in the former headquarters of the General Philippines Tobacco Company, with a rooftop pool terrace and spa.

At a glance

Type
Historic hotel
Area
La Rambla, Barcelona, Spain
Price
$$$ · Upscale
Hotel class
4-star
Official site
hotel1898.com
Last checked
October 23, 2026

Good to know

  • Rooftop pool
  • Spa with thermal circuit
  • Terrace bar

Why we recommend it

Hotel 1898 occupies a handsome building on La Rambla linked to the General Philippines Tobacco Company, whose name is still carved on the façade. Inside, that colonial-era history is part of the hotel's identity.

La Isabela, the rooftop terrace with a pool, is a calm retreat above the crowds and has good views over the old town. The Spa Siargao below includes a thermal circuit and indoor pool. The location is ideal for walking to the Boqueria, the Gothic Quarter and El Raval, though rooms facing La Rambla can be lively, so ask for an inside room if you sleep lightly.

Reviewed by Lifestylemetro · Details checked October 23, 2026

Hotel 1898 FAQs

Does Hotel 1898 have a pool?

Yes, there is a pool on La Isabela rooftop terrace, plus a spa pool.

What star rating is it?

It is a four-star hotel.

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