Factory Gardens Barcelona

It was nice to stay in the building where Picasso first stayed when he came to Barcelona! Porxos Garden is in a superb location - 10 minutes from the Gothic Quarter and 10 minutes from the beach. We were delighted that our hotel was very close to some wonderful vegan restaurants like Velada and vegan ice-cream parlours like CAJÚ. The hotel was quiet despite the prime location. It felt secure as you needed to swipe your key card to get through the front door and then again to the area with the rooms on the first second floor. The rooms were very modern and stylish. Very clean and comfortable bed. The air con was brilliant as it wasn't too noisy but was very effective in a hot August week in Barcelona! The bathroom was brilliant with a powerful cascade shower. The room could possibly have been a bit bigger with more space around the bed to leave suitcases. However, we did book the standard room so I would imagine the more expensive room is more spacious. The shared lounge area with free tea, coffee and snacks, was lovely, with chic little tables and nice cushioned seating. The roof garden also looked lovely but it was just far too hot for us to use. A table with a sun umbrella up there would have been a nice touch as then we could have enjoyed the amazing views of the city and out to sea from a shaded seat. The breakfast was one of the biggest strengths of the hotel. It was copious and offered options for all dietary requirements. As vegans, we were able to choose from oat, almond, coconut rice and soya milk. We we given plantbased spread and peanut butter for bread and there was muesli. There were all kind of fruits and soya yoghurt. The breakfast room was nice and tranquil. The hotel staff were extremely kind and welcoming. They helped us with late check in (handy self service check in facility) and with early departure (they left us breakfast boxes as we were leaving too early for breakfast). They also suggested a good bike hire facility and we're ready to help with anything. We would definitely stay again and would recommend Porxos to small groups of friends, couples and families with teenage and older children. Thank you for a great stay in Barcelona!

This place is great value considering location, service, cleanliness, size and quality. The hosts are very hospitable and helpful. They accommodated us with an earlier check in, gave us an iron when we asked for one and were generally helpful. The rooms are of a great size, and are not old and shabby. They are well-decorated and stylish as well as well-equipped with all necessities. The continental breakfast and all-day snacks, and drinks is an amazing touch. Overall, the place is incredible and has a cosy ambiance.

A wonderful stay especially for the price. The room felt chic and the shower was one of the best showers that I've ever had. It literally felt like being under a waterfall. Also Thai (sorry if spelling is incorrect) was a delight. She was always asking if we needed anything - she made us feel instantly welcome. Oh having food/drink out at all hours was such a nice bonus - both nights we were able to grab late night waters. And the location is so convenient. Would highly recommend.