The hype
Travelers obsess over the design, the coffee, and the rooftop vibe, but often wish the rooms were slightly larger for the price.
Casa Bonay
$200-350/ nuit
Réservez si You want a Brooklyn-cool vibe in the heart of Barcelona where the lobby is a destination, not just a waiting room.
Pourquoi les gens l'adorent
- The lobby (Libertine) is a legitimate local hangout, not a sad hotel bar
- Satan's Coffee Corner in the building serves some of the city's best espresso
- Rooftop BBQ and tapas at Chiringuito feel like a private house party
En bref : It's cooler than it is luxurious—you're paying for the vibe, the crowd, and the design, not for silence or white-glove service.
Évalué par @samanthaweiss: I spent my evenings hanging out in this lobby and it's honestly the coolest vibe in Barcelona. The rooftop was the perfect escape from the city heat, and the whole place just feels effortlessly chic. Definitely my favorite spot in Eixample.
Ce que les clients qui ont séjourné ici ont dit
Reality check
Multiple guests noted that while the vibe is 10/10, the street-facing rooms suffer from noticeable traffic noise, and the 'pool' is more of a plunge tub.
- You care more about having a cool natural wine bar downstairs than a massive bathtub
- You want to work remotely from a lobby that feels like a members' club
- You appreciate original 19th-century mosaic floors and high ceilings
Propreté et entretien
9
- Housekeeping: Daily and thorough. Most guests report spotless rooms.
- Bathroom hygiene: Immaculate. Showers are modern and grout is generally well-maintained.
- Maintenance: The building is old (1869) so expect some creaky floors, but fixtures are modern and functional.
- Linens & towels: High quality, crisp, and fresh. No major complaints found.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells amazing (coffee + custom scent). No musty odors reported in rooms.
Sleepability™
7.5SILENCIEUX
0-4BRUYANT
4-7.5MODÉRÉ
7.5-10SILENCIEUX
- Traffic noise from Gran Via (buses, scooters) in street-facing rooms
- Corridor noise due to hard tile floors echoing footsteps
Avant de réserver
Bon à savoir
- The rooftop 'Chiringuito' bar is seasonal and closes in cooler months.
- You can rent yoga kits for free to use in your room or on the rooftop.
- The hotel is pet-friendly (dogs allowed) for a fee of around €25/night.
Quoi emporter
- Earplugs (essential if you end up in a street-facing room)
- A swimsuit for the 'Termas' dip pool/sauna circuit
- Walking shoes—you are perfectly positioned to walk to Gracia, Born, and Gothic Quarter
Génie des chambres
Meilleurs choix
- Courtyard Large Terrace: The holy grail—comes with a private outdoor shower, sun loungers, and total silence.
- Courtyard Medium: Good balance of quiet and natural light without the street noise.
Chambres à éviter
- Gran Via facing rooms if you are a light sleeper (ask for 'Interior' or 'Courtyard' view).
- Passage rooms if you are claustrophobic (they face an interior lightwell and can be dark).
Génie de demande de chambre – copier & coller
“I am a light sleeper and would love to request a room facing the interior courtyard (Courtyard View) to avoid the Gran Via street noise. A room with original mosaic floors would be a huge plus.”
FAQ et astuces cachées
Tout ce que vous voulez vraiment savoir avant de réserver.
Is there a swimming pool?
No. There is a rooftop 'wellness space' (Termas Bonay) with a small dip pool/ofuro, sauna, and ice bath, but it's not for swimming laps and often requires a reservation.
Is breakfast included?
Usually no. It's a la carte or buffet at Libertine, costing around €23. Locals love Satan's Coffee Corner in the lobby for a cheaper, quicker caffeine fix.
Is it noisy?
Yes, if you face the street. Gran Via is a busy 6-lane road. Courtyard rooms are very quiet.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, it's very pet-friendly. They even provide dog beds and bowls for a nightly fee (~€25).
How is the Wi-Fi?
Excellent. The lobby is a popular co-working spot for locals, so the connection is fast and reliable throughout.
Is there parking?
No on-site garage. You'll have to use a nearby public parking garage (approx €28/day).
Conseils d'initiés
- ✨
Skip the hotel breakfast buffet at least once and grab a flat white and pastry from Satan's Coffee Corner right in the building.
- ✨
The 'Termas' rooftop spa can be booked privately for small groups—a total power move for a sunset soak.
- ✨
Libertine (the lobby bar) transforms into a moody cocktail lounge with DJs on weekends; great for a nightcap without leaving the building.
5 choses à savoir avant de partir
💡The 'pool' is basically a glorified hot tub (but cold) and sauna circuit, not a pool.
💡The floors are original 19th-century hydraulic tiles—beautiful but cold on bare feet (bring slippers).
💡Rooms come with MUBI streaming service included, so you can watch arthouse cinema in bed.
💡There is a hidden 'Passage' room category that has no view but is dead silent and cheaper.
💡The minibar is stocked with local Catalan products (like specialized chips and vermouth) that are actually worth eating.
Guide local
Carte
Découvrez où se situe Casa Bonay et ce qu'il y a à proximité.