Occidental Atenea Mar - Adults only Review: What To REALLY Expect If You Stay

Pros

Excellent seafront location near Nova Mar Bella Beach
Contemporary rooms offer great ocean views
Spacious fitness center with sauna, Jacuzzi, and massage services
Decent Mediterranean restaurant and cozy lobby bar
Located near a shopping mall and the new business district
Loaner bicycles are available to guests
Free Wi-Fi
No fee for pets (22 pounds maximum)

Cons

Far from main Barcelona tourist attractions
15-minute walk to nearest subway
Fee for parking
Some rooms have old tube TVs

Bottom Line

Barcelo Hotel Atenea Mar is an upper-mid-range chain option located in the heart of the new business area District 22@. This seafront hotel appeals to the business traveler for free Wi-Fi, a fitness center with up-to-date machines and massage services, and an adequate Mediterranean restaurant with lobby bar. Interesting perks here include loaner bicycles, beautiful ocean views from most rooms, and close proximity to the beach. While rooms are contemporary and clean, the hotel is far from the main Barcelona tourist attractions and some rooms have old tube TVs.

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Hotel & Amenities Photos

Deluxe Room (PRE-RENOVATION)

Amenities

Suite (PRE-RENOVATION)

The Hotel

Amenities

Cribs
Fitness Center
Internet
Jacuzzi
Pets Allowed
Pool
Spa

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Location

In 22@ District, an up-and-coming business area with a strong local vibe

The Atenea Mar is located in the heart of District 22@, an up-and-coming business area in Poblenou neighborhood. While the western part of the area still preserves the local flavor of a working class neighborhood, this part is characterized by high-rises and corporate buildings popping up in a once industrial area.

However, it is close to the beach and the waterfront, and it is well connected via public transportation to the rest of the city and the main tourist attractions. Also, its proximity to the Ronda del Litoral, one of the main thoroughfares in Barcelona, offers easy access to the airport.

25-minute drive to El Prat International Airport
3-minute walk to Barceloneta Beach and the waterfront
20-minute subway ride to the Barri Gotic (Gothic Quarter)
25-minute subway ride to Picasso Museum
20-minute subway ride to La Rambla, a lively street with acrobats and mimes
30-minute subway ride to Plaça Catalunya, the heart of the city
30-minute subway ride to La Pedrera and Casa Batllo, wonderful examples of unique Modernist architecture.
30-minute subway ride to Sagrada Familia Cathedral
35-minute bus ride or 5-minute drive to Ciutadella park
35-minute subway ride to the Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA)
15-minute drive to Güell park, designed by acclaimed Catalan architect Antonio Gaudi

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Things You Should Know About Occidental Atenea Mar – Adults only

Also Known As

Barcelo Hotel Atenea Mar

Room Types

Deluxe Room
Superior Room

Address

Paseo Garcia Faria 37-47, Barcelona 08019, Spain

Phone

3 (493) 531-6040

Website

Occidental Atenea Mar – Adults only