The 78-room Vincci Gala Barcelona is an upscale boutique hotel housed in a 19th-century palace in the center of of the city. The modernist art themed hotel packs a graphic punch in the public spaces, but sleek, spacious rooms, some with terraces, are a bit more subdued. Its location is convenient to both Barcelona's Old City and the more modern Eixample neighborhood. While the property is pleasant overall, there have been some reports of street noise in rooms and a nearby nightclub means that noise can continue late into the night.
The 78-room Vincci Gala Barcelona is an upscale boutique hotel housed in a 19th-century palace in the center of of the city. The modernist art themed hotel packs a graphic punch in the public spaces, but sleek, spacious rooms, some with terraces, are a bit more subdued. Its location is convenient to both Barcelona's Old City and the more modern Eixample neighborhood. While the property is pleasant overall, there have been some reports of street noise in rooms and a nearby nightclub means that noise can continue late into the night.
The 84-room Grupotel Gravina is a mid-range hotel in an excellent location next to Placa Catalunya and a short walk from Las Ramblas and Passeig de Gracia. It's also conveniently located for taking public transportation. Although it's housed in a historic building, interiors are modern and chic. Rooms are bright and simple, and come with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and minibars. Some have small balconies for streetscape views, and some have large furnished terraces. A free breakfast buffet suits most guests, and a light buffet is offered in the afternoon. There's also a bar in the lobby. Travelers who don't need to be so centrally located could check out the similarly priced Silken Diagonal, which has a pool and is within walking distance of Sagrada Familia.
The 84-room Grupotel Gravina is a mid-range hotel in an excellent location next to Placa Catalunya and a short walk from Las Ramblas and Passeig de Gracia. It's also conveniently located for taking public transportation. Although it's housed in a historic building, interiors are modern and chic. Rooms are bright and simple, and come with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and minibars. Some have small balconies for streetscape views, and some have large furnished terraces. A free breakfast buffet suits most guests, and a light buffet is offered in the afternoon. There's also a bar in the lobby. Travelers who don't need to be so centrally located could check out the similarly priced Silken Diagonal, which has a pool and is within walking distance of Sagrada Familia.
The 117-room Hotel Derby is a mid-range option in Barcelona’s crowd-free, residential Les Corts neighborhood. The hotel emphasizes an incredible art collection, which includes sculptures, lithographs of work by famous Catalan artists like Joan Miro, and fourth-century mosaics. There are two on-site restaurants and rooms have bathtubs and flat-screen TVs. Unfortunately, the facilities are dated. Travelers may want to instead consider the Hotel Catalonia Avinyo, which has its own on-site pool and gym, or Musik Boutique Hotel. Both have more stylish rooms right in Barcelona’s Ciutat Vella (Old City), and while rack rates are a little higher, both properties often offer deals that put their rates on par with those of Hotel Derby.
The 117-room Hotel Derby is a mid-range option in Barcelona’s crowd-free, residential Les Corts neighborhood. The hotel emphasizes an incredible art collection, which includes sculptures, lithographs of work by famous Catalan artists like Joan Miro, and fourth-century mosaics. There are two on-site restaurants and rooms have bathtubs and flat-screen TVs. Unfortunately, the facilities are dated. Travelers may want to instead consider the Hotel Catalonia Avinyo, which has its own on-site pool and gym, or Musik Boutique Hotel. Both have more stylish rooms right in Barcelona’s Ciutat Vella (Old City), and while rack rates are a little higher, both properties often offer deals that put their rates on par with those of Hotel Derby.
The 75-room Attica 21 Barcelona Mar is a modern, mid-range chain hotel near the beach in the Diagonal Mar district of Barcelona. Rooms are bright and boxy, with flat-screen TVs, a minibar, and free Wi-Fi. The lobby incorporates a darker color scheme but channels the same contemporary, geometric style all the way through the lobby bar and restaurant. There is a rooftop pool and sundeck with some nice views of city, though you cannot see the beach from the hotel.
The 75-room Attica 21 Barcelona Mar is a modern, mid-range chain hotel near the beach in the Diagonal Mar district of Barcelona. Rooms are bright and boxy, with flat-screen TVs, a minibar, and free Wi-Fi. The lobby incorporates a darker color scheme but channels the same contemporary, geometric style all the way through the lobby bar and restaurant. There is a rooftop pool and sundeck with some nice views of city, though you cannot see the beach from the hotel.
Right on Plaza Catalunya, Barcelona’s main square, this mid-range boutique hotel is within walking distance of many of the city's major sights. Rooms are small but chic, and some have balconies with views of the namesake plaza. There's also a breakfast buffet (for a fee) and free coffee and pastries are served throughout the day. Guests looking for amenities such as a pool or a gym and willing to pay a little more may want to try the hotel’s sister property, H10 Art Gallery Hotel in the Eixample, or Hotel Espana Ramblas in the Old City.
Right on Plaza Catalunya, Barcelona’s main square, this mid-range boutique hotel is within walking distance of many of the city's major sights. Rooms are small but chic, and some have balconies with views of the namesake plaza. There's also a breakfast buffet (for a fee) and free coffee and pastries are served throughout the day. Guests looking for amenities such as a pool or a gym and willing to pay a little more may want to try the hotel’s sister property, H10 Art Gallery Hotel in the Eixample, or Hotel Espana Ramblas in the Old City.
The Hotel Barcelona House is a contemporary three-pearl property located within a five-minute walk of the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona. Its 57 rooms are sparsely decorated with neutral shades, though some have limited views. On the downside, noisy rooms and clogged bathroom drains have been reported by past guests. The property, renovated in 2010, offers free Wi-Fi, use of a computer in the lobby, and a simple breakfast for a fee. But there's no full restaurant or bar. Travelers should compare rates with Hotel Barcelona Princess, which has a restaurant plus two bars/coffee shops.
The Hotel Barcelona House is a contemporary three-pearl property located within a five-minute walk of the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona. Its 57 rooms are sparsely decorated with neutral shades, though some have limited views. On the downside, noisy rooms and clogged bathroom drains have been reported by past guests. The property, renovated in 2010, offers free Wi-Fi, use of a computer in the lobby, and a simple breakfast for a fee. But there's no full restaurant or bar. Travelers should compare rates with Hotel Barcelona Princess, which has a restaurant plus two bars/coffee shops.
This 58-room boutique hotel in the heart of Barcelona has a relaxed, soothing vibe. The upscale hotel is close to most major attractions, and it's within short walking distance of Old Town and more modern shopping districts. Many rooms have views of the nearby hills. The proximity to the subway system will be convenient for some -- but annoying for others since the train rumblings can be heard from some rooms. The Sheraton Barcelona Diagonal is another good option and is equally well located for tourists wanting to be within walking distance of attractions.
This 58-room boutique hotel in the heart of Barcelona has a relaxed, soothing vibe. The upscale hotel is close to most major attractions, and it's within short walking distance of Old Town and more modern shopping districts. Many rooms have views of the nearby hills. The proximity to the subway system will be convenient for some -- but annoying for others since the train rumblings can be heard from some rooms. The Sheraton Barcelona Diagonal is another good option and is equally well located for tourists wanting to be within walking distance of attractions.
The 81-room Silken Concordia Hotel is part of a small Spanish chain with many upscale features that go beyond its three-pearl rating. It sits on busy Avenida Paralelo in the Poble Sec neighborhood -- filled with trendy shops and old-school tapas restaurants -- and Barcelona’s historic old city is within walking distance. A rooftop terrace with a small pool and pirate-themed mini-golf adds a playful element to the hotel, though its air-conditioned rooms are a bit plain by comparison. Guests looking to stay in Barcelona’s old city might want to check out Catalonia Portal de l’Angel, which has more stylish rooms and similar amenities for around the same price.
The 81-room Silken Concordia Hotel is part of a small Spanish chain with many upscale features that go beyond its three-pearl rating. It sits on busy Avenida Paralelo in the Poble Sec neighborhood -- filled with trendy shops and old-school tapas restaurants -- and Barcelona’s historic old city is within walking distance. A rooftop terrace with a small pool and pirate-themed mini-golf adds a playful element to the hotel, though its air-conditioned rooms are a bit plain by comparison. Guests looking to stay in Barcelona’s old city might want to check out Catalonia Portal de l’Angel, which has more stylish rooms and similar amenities for around the same price.
There are 47 rooms at this two-pearl property set in the heart of Barcelona. With a style that's far more fresh than competing hostels, the property is mostly made up of dormitories and attracts backpackers from across the world. There are some private rooms as well, although the amenities across the board are basic, with no TV or air-conditioning. The hotel has plenty of features to help guests mingle and socialize, such as communal lounges, a bar, pool table, and an internet lounge. The location in the city center -- just a minute or so from Plaza Catalunya on foot -- is ideal for sightseeing, but those wanting a bit more privacy at just slightly higher rates may want to consider the sharp rooms at Praktik Garden Hotel.
There are 47 rooms at this two-pearl property set in the heart of Barcelona. With a style that's far more fresh than competing hostels, the property is mostly made up of dormitories and attracts backpackers from across the world. There are some private rooms as well, although the amenities across the board are basic, with no TV or air-conditioning. The hotel has plenty of features to help guests mingle and socialize, such as communal lounges, a bar, pool table, and an internet lounge. The location in the city center -- just a minute or so from Plaza Catalunya on foot -- is ideal for sightseeing, but those wanting a bit more privacy at just slightly higher rates may want to consider the sharp rooms at Praktik Garden Hotel.
Formerly the Hotel Guillermo Tell, the 61-room Pol & Grace Hotel is a contemporary mid-range boutique hotel in Barcelona’s posh Sant Gervasi district. Creativity is a big deal here, from the vibrant art installations in the lobby to the book swap library, while a free messaging app to keep guests and staff in touch 24 hours a day. The rooms are equally artsy, with touches such as cut-out wall designs, retro furnishings, and bonsai trees. A stay here feels a bit like living among in-the-know entrepreneurs and artists. However, some visitors may be put off by the hotel's lack of facilities -- there's no restaurant, gym, or pool. Guests wanting to be near Barcelona’s beach and who want an on-site pool and gym should try Hotel Vincci Bit for equally stylish and similarly priced rooms.
Formerly the Hotel Guillermo Tell, the 61-room Pol & Grace Hotel is a contemporary mid-range boutique hotel in Barcelona’s posh Sant Gervasi district. Creativity is a big deal here, from the vibrant art installations in the lobby to the book swap library, while a free messaging app to keep guests and staff in touch 24 hours a day. The rooms are equally artsy, with touches such as cut-out wall designs, retro furnishings, and bonsai trees. A stay here feels a bit like living among in-the-know entrepreneurs and artists. However, some visitors may be put off by the hotel's lack of facilities -- there's no restaurant, gym, or pool. Guests wanting to be near Barcelona’s beach and who want an on-site pool and gym should try Hotel Vincci Bit for equally stylish and similarly priced rooms.