The City Orchid
4 guests
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2 bedrooms, 2 beds
1 bathroom
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Located on leafy Girona Street in Barcelona, this home offers a lovely combination of traditional charm and modern edge. The soothing blue tones of the living room and the colourful floor tiles make it a stylish sanctuary where you can relax when you're not exploring the hectic city. To keep you entertained there's a collection of books, and also a piano where you can practise your scales or play a tune for your fellow guests. The balcony is another added bonus – it's the ideal spot to sip your morning coffee alfresco or indulge in a nightcap at the end of the day. And, the location in Eixample puts you in a fantastic spot for sightseeing. The area has the largest concentration of Art Nouveau buildings in Europe, and you'll love wandering through the streets and admiring the beautiful architecture. Plaça de Catalunya is less than ten minutes away, while Gaudi's stunning modernist works, Casa Batlló and Casa Mila are both reachable on foot in under twenty minutes.
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What to expect
Highlights
Stay in Eixample, with its incredible collection of Art Nouveau buildings
Sip your morning coffee outside on the balcony as you plan the day to come
Impress your fellow guests by playing a tune on the piano
Pick your next holiday read from the library of books
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Home truths
This home is located on busy Girona Street, which means it will probably get noisy in the evening
There's no window in the kitchen – be prepared for some lingering cooking smells
The second bedroom has a small double bed, so it might be a squeeze with two guests
Luggage storage before check-in and after check-out is possible, but you’ll have to drop your bags at the host’s office in the city centre
The closest car park is just one minute away and costs around €35 per day to use
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Dryer
Balcony
Lift access
TV
Dishwasher
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 2 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
Daily cleaning
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Eixample
Eixample is overflowing with greenery – trees line the quiet streets and you're never far away from a square to relax in. It's home to many beautiful apartment blocks sitting above restaurants and bars filled with locals enjoying summer evenings. Don't forget to look up, as famous modernist architects such as Antoni Gaudí, Lluis Domenech I Montaner, and Josep Puig I Cadafalch have designed buildings here. Walk along Paseo de...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Explore Gaudi's masterpiece Casa Batlló
Visit one of the most outstanding works of Gaudí, the Casa Batlló, where you will see the most magnificent example of Barcelona's own art nouveau style.
Feel the pulse of Barcelona at Plaça de Catalunya
The Plaça de Catalunya is Barcelona's main square – it unites the Gotico Quarter with Eixample.
Take in the sights at Passeig de Gràcia
This sumptuous avenue is lined with several of the city's most celebrated architectural highlights like Gaudi's Casa Batlló and Casa Amatller – not to be missed.
Enjoy impeccable traditional food at El Nacional
Wander around this large indoor restaurant and take your pick of one of the many variously styled seating areas serving up the finest traditional cold and hot tapas.
Get a taste of the high life at the Cotton House Hotel
A colonial-style hotel in central Barcelona with a fabulous rooftop terrace. Escape the busy streets and come up for a drink or three.
Pay a visit to the Arco de Triunfo
This arch was built as the main access point during the 1888 Barcelona World Fair and has remained a popular tourist attraction ever since.
Have a serious brunch at El Árbol
El Árbol is the ultimate place for a proper brunch. Avocado toast, orange juice, great coffee, smoothies, omelettes - take your pick.
Go for a boat ride at Parc de la Ciutadela
This is probably the greenest oasis in all of Barcelona. Created as the city's first public park in the mid 19th Century, it's a lovely place to while away an afternoon.
Take some time off at Aire Ancient Baths
In the heart of Barcelona, there's a place where time stands still. This luxurious spa in a converted warehouse offers an unforgettable, almost surreal experience for the mind, body, and soul.
Take your pick of great local produce at Cal Fruitós
Looking for something fresh? Head to Cal Fruitós, a modern market with a wide selection of organic fruit and vegetables, fresh fish, pizzas and much (much!) more.
Get your health kicks at Organic Market
A terrific organic food store with its own in-house bakery and cafe. Great place to pick up good quality groceries.
Get around
Airport
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat
33 min
Girona–Costa Brava
1 hr 11 min
Subway station
Tetuan
5 min
Train station
Arc de Triomf
8 min
Bus stop
Casp - Girona
1 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
1 min
Cafe
1 min
Pharmacy
1 min
Points of interest
Beach
PLAYA MAR
13 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 11:00
On floor 2, has a lift
Air con
Wifi speed: 103Mbps
Cancellation policy
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Isabel
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Isabel is a fantastic host. She lives in a nearby city next to the sea and she loves to pop back to meet and greet her guests. She notices the small things and she's enthusiastic to share her endless knowledge of local tips.
Registration or licence number: HUTB-000405.
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