Catalonia Magdalenes is an upscale hotel tucked away on a side street in Barcelona's popular and central Gothic Quarter. Built and opened in 2016, the property is immaculate and particularly stylish, from its bijou basement spa and gym to its superb rooftop pool terrace. Its 61 guest rooms are chic and well-equipped with sizable desks, seating areas, flat-screen TVs, minibars, kettles, USB ports, and great Wi-Fi, and some have small balconies or window alcoves. Heated towel racks and roomy walk-in rainfall showers can be found in modern bathrooms. An excellent breakfast service and free poolside tapas complete what is an impressive package, though there's stiff competition from neighboring Ohla Hotel, which has a larger rooftop pool and more spacious guest rooms.
Catalonia Magdalenes is an upscale hotel tucked away on a side street in Barcelona's popular and central Gothic Quarter. Built and opened in 2016, the property is immaculate and particularly stylish, from its bijou basement spa and gym to its superb rooftop pool terrace. Its 61 guest rooms are chic and well-equipped with sizable desks, seating areas, flat-screen TVs, minibars, kettles, USB ports, and great Wi-Fi, and some have small balconies or window alcoves. Heated towel racks and roomy walk-in rainfall showers can be found in modern bathrooms. An excellent breakfast service and free poolside tapas complete what is an impressive package, though there's stiff competition from neighboring Ohla Hotel, which has a larger rooftop pool and more spacious guest rooms.
The upscale Aparthotel Arai opened in 2012 as a stylish retrofit of an 18th-century mansion in the Gothic Quarter. Filled with impressive artwork and artifacts, original marble floors and staircases, and exposed stonework and beams, the sophisticated decor combines historic features with modern design elements. The 31 rooms at this boutique property come with opulent, black-marble bathrooms and kitchenettes with full-size refrigerators stocked with minibar snacks. There is a rooftop terrace with a small pool offering terrific views, along with a small fitness center and sauna. The hotel does not have an on-site restaurant, but it will deliver a boxed breakfast of baked goods and fruit for a fee. Travelers might want to also check out the Yurbban Trafalgar Hotel, a stylish, mid-range property that opened in nearby El Born in 2014.
The upscale Aparthotel Arai opened in 2012 as a stylish retrofit of an 18th-century mansion in the Gothic Quarter. Filled with impressive artwork and artifacts, original marble floors and staircases, and exposed stonework and beams, the sophisticated decor combines historic features with modern design elements. The 31 rooms at this boutique property come with opulent, black-marble bathrooms and kitchenettes with full-size refrigerators stocked with minibar snacks. There is a rooftop terrace with a small pool offering terrific views, along with a small fitness center and sauna. The hotel does not have an on-site restaurant, but it will deliver a boxed breakfast of baked goods and fruit for a fee. Travelers might want to also check out the Yurbban Trafalgar Hotel, a stylish, mid-range property that opened in nearby El Born in 2014.
Not a typical bare-bones basic hostel, the fun and funky Generator Barcelona pulls out all the stops with thoughtful touches and exuberant and colorful decor and design. The features list is big for this type of accommodation, and includes a tapas bar, cocktail bar, continental breakfast (for a fee), TV lounge, reading and game room, and social events with DJs, and art exhibitions. The hostel is actually a combination hotel and hostel, with the hotel wing having its own elevator. The hostel section has both shared dorm rooms and private rooms, while the hotel has private singles and doubles. The five-floor Generator is located in the Gracia District of Barcelona, not far from the Casa Mila, and about a 15-minute walk from the Sagrada Familia. It's an excellent value for budget travelers who want a little extra pizzazz from their hostel -- or hotel.
Not a typical bare-bones basic hostel, the fun and funky Generator Barcelona pulls out all the stops with thoughtful touches and exuberant and colorful decor and design. The features list is big for this type of accommodation, and includes a tapas bar, cocktail bar, continental breakfast (for a fee), TV lounge, reading and game room, and social events with DJs, and art exhibitions. The hostel is actually a combination hotel and hostel, with the hotel wing having its own elevator. The hostel section has both shared dorm rooms and private rooms, while the hotel has private singles and doubles. The five-floor Generator is located in the Gracia District of Barcelona, not far from the Casa Mila, and about a 15-minute walk from the Sagrada Familia. It's an excellent value for budget travelers who want a little extra pizzazz from their hostel -- or hotel.
The Hotel Sant Agusti is a modern mid-range hotel in the El Raval neighborhood of Barcelona, on the other side of Las Ramblas from the Gothic Quarter. Housed in a former convent built for Sant Agustí in 1720, the hotel has a quiet, minimalist style and retains original architectural elements such as wide stone archways. Guest rooms are simple and a bit stark, but they all have flat-screen TVs and plenty of light; some are large enough for groups of six, and others have balconies facing Sant Agusti square. A free continental breakfast is served in the on-site restaurant, which has a lovely terrace on the street. While the hotel offers few standout features, its location makes its a great choice for tourists. Guests seeking a sleeker, more modern aesthetic could try the similarly priced Hesperia Ramblas, which is nearby.
The Hotel Sant Agusti is a modern mid-range hotel in the El Raval neighborhood of Barcelona, on the other side of Las Ramblas from the Gothic Quarter. Housed in a former convent built for Sant Agustí in 1720, the hotel has a quiet, minimalist style and retains original architectural elements such as wide stone archways. Guest rooms are simple and a bit stark, but they all have flat-screen TVs and plenty of light; some are large enough for groups of six, and others have balconies facing Sant Agusti square. A free continental breakfast is served in the on-site restaurant, which has a lovely terrace on the street. While the hotel offers few standout features, its location makes its a great choice for tourists. Guests seeking a sleeker, more modern aesthetic could try the similarly priced Hesperia Ramblas, which is nearby.
The 145-room upscale Silken Gran Havana Hotel, housed in the historic Casa Fredera, is in Eixample, the newer part of the city built in the second half of the 19th century, and today best known for its Gaudi architectural masterpieces, including the Sagrada Familia, Casa Mila, and Casa Batilo, and high-end shopping. Located to the right of the Passeig de Gracia -- Eixample's dividing line -- the Silken Gran Hotel Havana features a rooftop pool and bistro with panoramic views, as well as an atrium piano bar. Rooms have a simple elegance, but the furniture has begun to show some wear and tear since the hotel's renovation in 2009. Guests looking for similarly stylish rooms right on Las Ramblas may want to consider the Hotel Espana Ramblas, which also has an outdoor pool.
The 145-room upscale Silken Gran Havana Hotel, housed in the historic Casa Fredera, is in Eixample, the newer part of the city built in the second half of the 19th century, and today best known for its Gaudi architectural masterpieces, including the Sagrada Familia, Casa Mila, and Casa Batilo, and high-end shopping. Located to the right of the Passeig de Gracia -- Eixample's dividing line -- the Silken Gran Hotel Havana features a rooftop pool and bistro with panoramic views, as well as an atrium piano bar. Rooms have a simple elegance, but the furniture has begun to show some wear and tear since the hotel's renovation in 2009. Guests looking for similarly stylish rooms right on Las Ramblas may want to consider the Hotel Espana Ramblas, which also has an outdoor pool.
The Hotel Bagues is a luxury boutique property located on Barcelona's famed pedestrian boulevard Las Ramblas in the Gothic Quarter. This 31-room hotel, housed in a mid-19th century palace, was remodeled in 2010 and has an ultra-modern, darkly cool aesthetic. Home to the centuries-old jewelry shop of Art Nouveau jewelers Bagues-Masriera, the hotel has thoughtfully decorated each room and suite with pieces from the collection. Guest rooms are seductively styled with animal prints and dark leather, and some suites have more opulent touches such as gold-leaf detailing. While the standout feature of this hotel is its location, it also offers a bar and restaurant, and a lovely rooftop terrace with a small pool overlooking the Gothic Quarter. Wi-Fi is free. Be aware that some rooms are quite noisy, and those facing the interior stairwell don't get much light. Guests seeking quiet rooms in the same area -- but not on Las Ramblas -- might want to check out the Mercer Hotel Barcelona.
The Hotel Bagues is a luxury boutique property located on Barcelona's famed pedestrian boulevard Las Ramblas in the Gothic Quarter. This 31-room hotel, housed in a mid-19th century palace, was remodeled in 2010 and has an ultra-modern, darkly cool aesthetic. Home to the centuries-old jewelry shop of Art Nouveau jewelers Bagues-Masriera, the hotel has thoughtfully decorated each room and suite with pieces from the collection. Guest rooms are seductively styled with animal prints and dark leather, and some suites have more opulent touches such as gold-leaf detailing. While the standout feature of this hotel is its location, it also offers a bar and restaurant, and a lovely rooftop terrace with a small pool overlooking the Gothic Quarter. Wi-Fi is free. Be aware that some rooms are quite noisy, and those facing the interior stairwell don't get much light. Guests seeking quiet rooms in the same area -- but not on Las Ramblas -- might want to check out the Mercer Hotel Barcelona.
The Hotel Roger De Lluria Barcelona is a mid-range property in Eixample with a classic vibe and somewhat dated decor. The 48-room hotel is a minute's walk from Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, a major boulevard dotted with beautiful plazas, and a 20-minute walk to Las Ramblas and the old city. Guest rooms and common areas feel a bit tired, with ornate satin couches and traditional wood furniture, although some have impressive Modernist details. The on-site restaurant and bar serve meals, snacks, and cocktails throughout the day. Breakfast is not included in the room rates, and while it's extensiv,e it's quite pricey. For a more modern aesthetic, guests may want to consider the H10 Universitat Hotel in Eixample, which has a rooftop terrace.
The Hotel Roger De Lluria Barcelona is a mid-range property in Eixample with a classic vibe and somewhat dated decor. The 48-room hotel is a minute's walk from Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, a major boulevard dotted with beautiful plazas, and a 20-minute walk to Las Ramblas and the old city. Guest rooms and common areas feel a bit tired, with ornate satin couches and traditional wood furniture, although some have impressive Modernist details. The on-site restaurant and bar serve meals, snacks, and cocktails throughout the day. Breakfast is not included in the room rates, and while it's extensiv,e it's quite pricey. For a more modern aesthetic, guests may want to consider the H10 Universitat Hotel in Eixample, which has a rooftop terrace.
Hesperia Fira Suites is an upscale property with 52 one- and two-bedroom apartments located in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, a suburb southwest of Barcelona. The property includes two buildings, separating the suites from the standard hotel facilities in an adjacent tower. Set in a new business district with supermarkets and cafes, the hotel is convenient for business travelers: The metro, which is a few minutes' walk away, reaches downtown Barcelona and Fira Barcelona trade fair facility within 20 to 30 minutes. The location, however, is not ideal for tourists. Apartments are cozy and stylish, with full kitchens and living rooms, and modern decor in soothing earth tones. There's an on-site Mediterranean restaurant, and the hotel offers a free shuttle service downtown and to the airport. Guests preferring to be in Barcelona proper could consider the similarly luxurious apartment hotel Majestic Residence, located in the major shopping and business area of Paseo de Gracia.
Hesperia Fira Suites is an upscale property with 52 one- and two-bedroom apartments located in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, a suburb southwest of Barcelona. The property includes two buildings, separating the suites from the standard hotel facilities in an adjacent tower. Set in a new business district with supermarkets and cafes, the hotel is convenient for business travelers: The metro, which is a few minutes' walk away, reaches downtown Barcelona and Fira Barcelona trade fair facility within 20 to 30 minutes. The location, however, is not ideal for tourists. Apartments are cozy and stylish, with full kitchens and living rooms, and modern decor in soothing earth tones. There's an on-site Mediterranean restaurant, and the hotel offers a free shuttle service downtown and to the airport. Guests preferring to be in Barcelona proper could consider the similarly luxurious apartment hotel Majestic Residence, located in the major shopping and business area of Paseo de Gracia.
Auto Hogar Hotel is a modern mid-range property that offers a convenient location for tourists. The hotel has 169 guest rooms with chic minimalist decor, and many were renovated in 2013 to include city views and flat-screen TVs. The hotel is set on a busy street with lots of cafes and theaters, and there's a metro station within a minute's walk for easy access to Plaza de Espana and other major sights. The on-site Mediterranean restaurant has a street-side patio, and a buffet breakfast is available for a fee. While the hotel feels fresh and modern, it lacks such on-site amenities as a fitness center and pool, and guest rooms at the front of the property receive some street noise. But for the price, this hotel is on par with others in its class in Barcelona.
Auto Hogar Hotel is a modern mid-range property that offers a convenient location for tourists. The hotel has 169 guest rooms with chic minimalist decor, and many were renovated in 2013 to include city views and flat-screen TVs. The hotel is set on a busy street with lots of cafes and theaters, and there's a metro station within a minute's walk for easy access to Plaza de Espana and other major sights. The on-site Mediterranean restaurant has a street-side patio, and a buffet breakfast is available for a fee. While the hotel feels fresh and modern, it lacks such on-site amenities as a fitness center and pool, and guest rooms at the front of the property receive some street noise. But for the price, this hotel is on par with others in its class in Barcelona.
The Oriente Atiram is a mid-range hotel housed in a 19th-century convent on Las Ramblas, Barcelona's major pedestrian boulevard lined with shops, cafes, and sights. Built in 1846, the 147-room hotel was totally refurbished in 2009. It offers an amazing location, within a short walk of La Boqueria market and various other tourist draws, as well as the Liceu metro station. The buffet breakfast, while not included in the room rate, is served in a stunning atrium area, and the hotel has a casual indoor bar, as well as terrace dining on the street. Guest rooms are minimal and clean, with flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning; Ramblas Rooms have balconies overlooking the action on Las Ramblas. The hotel is a good value for its category and location, but lacks a fitness center and high style.
The Oriente Atiram is a mid-range hotel housed in a 19th-century convent on Las Ramblas, Barcelona's major pedestrian boulevard lined with shops, cafes, and sights. Built in 1846, the 147-room hotel was totally refurbished in 2009. It offers an amazing location, within a short walk of La Boqueria market and various other tourist draws, as well as the Liceu metro station. The buffet breakfast, while not included in the room rate, is served in a stunning atrium area, and the hotel has a casual indoor bar, as well as terrace dining on the street. Guest rooms are minimal and clean, with flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning; Ramblas Rooms have balconies overlooking the action on Las Ramblas. The hotel is a good value for its category and location, but lacks a fitness center and high style.