Hotel Blauet is a clean, no-frills budget property with few extra amenities, situated about a 10-minute drive from Barcelona–El Prat Airport. The property features mostly single and double rooms, all of which are small and simple but well-maintained, with private en-suite bathrooms, seasonal AC, televisions, and free Wi-Fi (though some guests claim it's spotty). Rooms lack the usual perks, though, like toiletries, hairdryers, and kettles. Extra features are limited, too, though a sparse but inexpensive continental breakfast is offered daily and there's a simple lounge and a pretty nice courtyard terrace with sitting areas. Taxis to the airport can be pricey, so guests might actually save money, depending on the season, at a higher-pearl hotel that offers a free shuttle, like Salles Hotel Ciutat del Prat.
Hotel Blauet is a clean, no-frills budget property with few extra amenities, situated about a 10-minute drive from Barcelona–El Prat Airport. The property features mostly single and double rooms, all of which are small and simple but well-maintained, with private en-suite bathrooms, seasonal AC, televisions, and free Wi-Fi (though some guests claim it's spotty). Rooms lack the usual perks, though, like toiletries, hairdryers, and kettles. Extra features are limited, too, though a sparse but inexpensive continental breakfast is offered daily and there's a simple lounge and a pretty nice courtyard terrace with sitting areas. Taxis to the airport can be pricey, so guests might actually save money, depending on the season, at a higher-pearl hotel that offers a free shuttle, like Salles Hotel Ciutat del Prat.
The mid-range, 91-room Hotel HCC St. Moritz is housed in a lovely 19th-century building in the central Eixample neighborhood, near sights and public transportation. Unfortunately, the hotel's interior spaces don't match the elegance of its facade. The restaurant and bar are a bit drab and chain-like , and the generic vibe continues in the guest rooms, which seem caught between modern and dated. Additionally, bathrooms are on the small side and no kettles are provided. Still, rooms are spacious and outfitted with flat-screen TVs, safes, and hairdryers. A restaurant serving a breakfast buffet (fee) and free Wi-Fi are definite pluses, but it's the hotel's central location that's the main draw. The nearby and similarly priced Hotel Vueling BCN by Hc is an upscale pick with a small outdoor pool, gym, and more attractive rooms.
The mid-range, 91-room Hotel HCC St. Moritz is housed in a lovely 19th-century building in the central Eixample neighborhood, near sights and public transportation. Unfortunately, the hotel's interior spaces don't match the elegance of its facade. The restaurant and bar are a bit drab and chain-like , and the generic vibe continues in the guest rooms, which seem caught between modern and dated. Additionally, bathrooms are on the small side and no kettles are provided. Still, rooms are spacious and outfitted with flat-screen TVs, safes, and hairdryers. A restaurant serving a breakfast buffet (fee) and free Wi-Fi are definite pluses, but it's the hotel's central location that's the main draw. The nearby and similarly priced Hotel Vueling BCN by Hc is an upscale pick with a small outdoor pool, gym, and more attractive rooms.
With a 19th century facade, stunning interior design, chic rooms, and a hard-to-beat location in Eixample, the upper-middle-range Room Mate Carla is a pretty solid choice. A lack of amenities do take things down a notch -- there's no full-service restaurant or wellness facilities, for example -- though there is a lobby bar, small but chic courtyard, and a nice breakfast buffet served until late. The 88 rooms are trendy, too, pairing minimalistic white furniture with bright, retro pops of color. Amenities include rainfall showers, flat-screen TVs, generously stocked minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Travelers could also comparison shop with Room Mate Anna, the hotel group's flagship property in Paseo de Gracia, which adds extras like antique details, a rooftop pool, and sauna.
With a 19th century facade, stunning interior design, chic rooms, and a hard-to-beat location in Eixample, the upper-middle-range Room Mate Carla is a pretty solid choice. A lack of amenities do take things down a notch -- there's no full-service restaurant or wellness facilities, for example -- though there is a lobby bar, small but chic courtyard, and a nice breakfast buffet served until late. The 88 rooms are trendy, too, pairing minimalistic white furniture with bright, retro pops of color. Amenities include rainfall showers, flat-screen TVs, generously stocked minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Travelers could also comparison shop with Room Mate Anna, the hotel group's flagship property in Paseo de Gracia, which adds extras like antique details, a rooftop pool, and sauna.
Located in the popular L'Eixample neighborhood, the three-pearl Hotel Sant Antoni is a good base for travelers looking to balance expense with proximity to the city center. It's a solid value, and it's close to public transportation, with a metro station a three-minute walk away. The hotel's 45 contemporary guest rooms are nicely equipped with AC, flat-screen TVs, minibars, electric kettles with free tea and instant coffee, and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms are sleek, and most have roomy walk-in rainfall showers. Breakfast isn't included (unless booked directly), but the breakfast room opens in the afternoon for free coffee and tea. Travelers looking for an upscale stay in the neighborhood can check out the nearby Eurostars Monumental.
Located in the popular L'Eixample neighborhood, the three-pearl Hotel Sant Antoni is a good base for travelers looking to balance expense with proximity to the city center. It's a solid value, and it's close to public transportation, with a metro station a three-minute walk away. The hotel's 45 contemporary guest rooms are nicely equipped with AC, flat-screen TVs, minibars, electric kettles with free tea and instant coffee, and free Wi-Fi. Bathrooms are sleek, and most have roomy walk-in rainfall showers. Breakfast isn't included (unless booked directly), but the breakfast room opens in the afternoon for free coffee and tea. Travelers looking for an upscale stay in the neighborhood can check out the nearby Eurostars Monumental.
The 58-room Market Hotel is a mid-range boutique property housed in an older building at the edge of Barcelona's Eixample neighborhood. The on-site Market Restaurant and Bar Rosso are popular with locals and tourists alike, and the bar has an excellent cocktail menu. The immediate area isn’t particularly appealing, but the hotel is within walking distance of Barcelona’s hipsterish El Raval neighborhood and La Rambla. For the same price, Hesperria Barri Gotic Hotel offers similar amenites and has a more central location, though the rooms aren't as charming as those at the Market Hotel.
The 58-room Market Hotel is a mid-range boutique property housed in an older building at the edge of Barcelona's Eixample neighborhood. The on-site Market Restaurant and Bar Rosso are popular with locals and tourists alike, and the bar has an excellent cocktail menu. The immediate area isn’t particularly appealing, but the hotel is within walking distance of Barcelona’s hipsterish El Raval neighborhood and La Rambla. For the same price, Hesperria Barri Gotic Hotel offers similar amenites and has a more central location, though the rooms aren't as charming as those at the Market Hotel.
Located right in the heart of Las Ramblas, within walking distance of most major attractions and famous restaurants and shops, the upper-middle-range Eurostars Ramblas is a good pick for a first visit to Barcelona. Rooms are compact yet stylish, with minimalist contemporary decor, free Wi-Fi, and LCD TVs with international channels. Limited storage space may be an issue for those traveling with big suitcases, though, and some may find the frosted-glass bathroom doors lacking in privacy. A small, tasty breakfast buffet is available daily for a fee, and airport transfers can be booked at the front desk, but there are no other on-site amenities or services available. In this price range, the upscale Olivia Balmes Hotel offers better value, with a rooftop infinity pool, a fitness center, and a solid restaurant on-site.
Located right in the heart of Las Ramblas, within walking distance of most major attractions and famous restaurants and shops, the upper-middle-range Eurostars Ramblas is a good pick for a first visit to Barcelona. Rooms are compact yet stylish, with minimalist contemporary decor, free Wi-Fi, and LCD TVs with international channels. Limited storage space may be an issue for those traveling with big suitcases, though, and some may find the frosted-glass bathroom doors lacking in privacy. A small, tasty breakfast buffet is available daily for a fee, and airport transfers can be booked at the front desk, but there are no other on-site amenities or services available. In this price range, the upscale Olivia Balmes Hotel offers better value, with a rooftop infinity pool, a fitness center, and a solid restaurant on-site.
The 85-room H10 Metropolitan is an upscale hotel with an outstanding in Barcelona's posh Eixample, just a half-block from Plaza Catalunya. Barri Gotic and El Raval are within an easy walk, and there are shops and restaurants in every direction. Compact rooms have a fresh vintage-contemporary look and some offer private outdoor spaces with lounge chairs. Two outdoor pools include one on the rooftop with views of the city, plus a courtyard pool with a bar for drinks and light fare. An excellent breakfast buffet is served, but it's quite expensive, and dining is limited to light fare in the hotel's Eden Bar. For a similarly priced hip hotel, travelers could check out the sexy, LGBT-friendly Axel Hotel Barcelona, which has a spa.
The 85-room H10 Metropolitan is an upscale hotel with an outstanding in Barcelona's posh Eixample, just a half-block from Plaza Catalunya. Barri Gotic and El Raval are within an easy walk, and there are shops and restaurants in every direction. Compact rooms have a fresh vintage-contemporary look and some offer private outdoor spaces with lounge chairs. Two outdoor pools include one on the rooftop with views of the city, plus a courtyard pool with a bar for drinks and light fare. An excellent breakfast buffet is served, but it's quite expensive, and dining is limited to light fare in the hotel's Eden Bar. For a similarly priced hip hotel, travelers could check out the sexy, LGBT-friendly Axel Hotel Barcelona, which has a spa.
Tucked away on a pedestrian street in Barcelona’s hip El Born district, the five rooms at the budget-friendly Casa Marcelo Barcelona exude early 20th-century charm -- though note that only two have private bathrooms. Amazing shopping is just outside the hotel’s door while the Picasso Museum and the Barceloneta Metro station can be reached in less than 10 minutes on foot. Breakfast can be a bit light, but guests have access to the kitchen to store or prepare additional meals, and the shared balcony is a lovely place to relax and watch the street scene below. Those would prefer to stay in Eixample should consider the comparable Ana's Guest House B&B.
Tucked away on a pedestrian street in Barcelona’s hip El Born district, the five rooms at the budget-friendly Casa Marcelo Barcelona exude early 20th-century charm -- though note that only two have private bathrooms. Amazing shopping is just outside the hotel’s door while the Picasso Museum and the Barceloneta Metro station can be reached in less than 10 minutes on foot. Breakfast can be a bit light, but guests have access to the kitchen to store or prepare additional meals, and the shared balcony is a lovely place to relax and watch the street scene below. Those would prefer to stay in Eixample should consider the comparable Ana's Guest House B&B.
Hotel Paral.lel, is a two-pearl boutique hotel in the once gritty but now hip enclave of Poble Sec, a neighborhood located between the bustling Avenida del Para-lel and Montjuic. It is a two-minute walk to the metro and funicular and 10 minutes to the waterfront. The sleek, contemporary, property has 64 rooms, some with terraces and good natural light. While guests report wishing the walls were thicker and the rooms had blackout drapes and kettles, they praise the design and tidiness of the hotel. A generous buffet breakfast is served for a fee, and the lobby provides free newspapers. For a property off Las Ramblas, travelers might want to check out the budget Hotel Curious, which also has an on-site massage treatment room.
Hotel Paral.lel, is a two-pearl boutique hotel in the once gritty but now hip enclave of Poble Sec, a neighborhood located between the bustling Avenida del Para-lel and Montjuic. It is a two-minute walk to the metro and funicular and 10 minutes to the waterfront. The sleek, contemporary, property has 64 rooms, some with terraces and good natural light. While guests report wishing the walls were thicker and the rooms had blackout drapes and kettles, they praise the design and tidiness of the hotel. A generous buffet breakfast is served for a fee, and the lobby provides free newspapers. For a property off Las Ramblas, travelers might want to check out the budget Hotel Curious, which also has an on-site massage treatment room.
The 91-room H10 Art Gallery is an upscale boutique property that incorporates the work of seven modern artists. The Eixample address is hard to beat -- it's nicely positioned for exploring Barcelona on foot, or taking the metro to places farther out. Rooms are stylish and fresh, with furnished balconies in some rooms, and each highlights the work of a particular artist. The on-site restaurant and bar are modern and chic, and the rooftop pool is a relaxing place to enjoy city views. For a similar-sized property in the Eixample district, check out the Alma Barcelona, which has a large indoor pool.
The 91-room H10 Art Gallery is an upscale boutique property that incorporates the work of seven modern artists. The Eixample address is hard to beat -- it's nicely positioned for exploring Barcelona on foot, or taking the metro to places farther out. Rooms are stylish and fresh, with furnished balconies in some rooms, and each highlights the work of a particular artist. The on-site restaurant and bar are modern and chic, and the rooftop pool is a relaxing place to enjoy city views. For a similar-sized property in the Eixample district, check out the Alma Barcelona, which has a large indoor pool.