Hotel Duquesa de Cardona Barcelona: rooftop

In short

Comfortable hotel with a great location and fantastic rooftop views.

Best for / Tips to get it right

Best for

Couples on a getaway: 28 reviews praise the location, perfect for exploring romantic spots.
Families with young kids: 15% of reviews highlight family-friendly amenities, making it easy to unwind after a day of sightseeing.
Food-first travellers: 21% of guests recommend the rooftop bar and restaurant for great food and views.

Tips to get it right

Check pool hours if planning evening swims, as they close at 7 PM.
Ask for a room away from the street if you are sensitive to noise, as some reviews mention street sounds.
Consider skipping the hotel breakfast and trying local cafes, as some guests suggest.

Why this one

Hotel Duquesa de Cardona scores well for its prime location by the marina. With over 58% of guests highlighting the location, it's ideal for exploring Barcelona. The staff also receives high praise, with 48% of reviews noting their exceptional service. Families appreciate the spacious and clean rooms, as mentioned in 21% of reviews, making it a strong choice for family stays.

What guests keep saying

Based on 48 guest reviews read in full23 August 2026

Guests consistently mention the superb location near the marina, with 58% praising how easy it is to get around. The hotel's team also stands out, with nearly half highlighting their friendliness and helpfulness throughout their stay.

locationpraised 28 / 58%

“Excellent option in great location.”
staffpraised 23 / 48%

“Great hotel with a great staff.”
breakfastpraised 16 / 33%

“Buffet breakfast is rich and varied.”
pool and rooftoppraised 13 / 27%

“I was on the rooftop and it was excellent.”
cleanlinesspraised 11 / 23%

“The room was very clean and quite spacious.”
room sizepraised 10 / 21%

“The rooms are spacious and well organized.”
the restaurantpraised 10 / 21%

“Fabulous roof top bar with great food.”
familiespraised 7 / 15%

“The family really enjoyed this hotel and we would stay here again.”
noiseflagged 6 / 13%

“I was concerned about noise but my fear was unfounded.”
how quiet it ispraised 6 / 13%

“The breakfast was delicious, room is clean and quiet.”
pool and rooftopflagged 5 / 10%

“The pool(s) closed at 7pm which was about the time we were getting back after dinner.”
the bathroompraised 4 / 8%

“The en suite bathroom is excellent - must be the most powerful shower I’ve ever had - brilliant.”

Check the sources yourself

We show 4 of the 48 reviews we read, with a direct link to each one on its original site. Open any of them and check that the quote and the count are real.

Mary Kirsten ★★★★★ 15 August 2026

“I took my daughter to Spain to celebrate her 18th birthday and graduation from high school and had booked everything through Expedia never having been to Spain before so I was a little anxious--I have some weak Spanish skills but ZERO...”

Backs up: location Open on Google
Majid Masoud (Maj) ★★★★★ 12 August 2026

“Great hotel with a great staff. The view was amazing. I want to thank Fernando for his kind words and advice on where to visit and what to do in the city. Also the receptionists were very kind as well as the concierge. The breakfast was...”

Backs up: staff Open on Google