Jaime I, 14, Barcelona, Spain | (251) 219-4428
Centrally located in
Barcelona’s Barri Gotic
Jaume I Metro station and
Barcelona Cathedral within a two-minute walk
Some rooms have small balconies overlooking the street
Striking, vaulted TV and
reading room with vintage furnishings
Outdoor terrace with partial views of Barri Gotic rooftops
Stylish, 1920s-style
lobby with retro accents
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Rooms are outdated and often
small, and can be noisy
Breakfast not included in all rates and can be expensive
Wi-Fi connection is spotty
Dark and dim
The 81-room Hotel Gotico
is a budget option located in the heart of Barcelona’s Barri Gotic, a lively
neighborhood of shops and restaurants on narrow Medieval lanes. The hotel makes
a historic-feeling first impression that exudes faded 1920s glamour, but rooms feel dated rather than classic. Chic & Basic Born Apartments in the
Born district offers more stylish accommodations in an equally central
neighborhood, and though it has no breakfast buffet, its Studio Apartments have
full kitchens and are a better value than the rooms at Hotel Gotico.
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Scene
Budget hotel housed in historic building with vintage features
The Hotel Gotico's ornate, historic facade opens onto an early-20th-century lobby, which features a starburst motif repeated throughout the white-and-green marble floor and
on the eye-catching overhead light fixture. Vintage chairs and curvilinear banquettes with
green upholstery and oak accents combine with 1920s sconces to give the space a faded throwback charm. A beautiful reading area is a nod to the neighborhood’s medieval
history, with vaulted stone ceilings and lots of seating. Note that while there is a bar in the lobby, it's not actually in operation. The hotel is geared toward tourists, couples, and families looking for a central
no-frills option with basic guest services.
Location
On a busy street in Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, near several major landmarks
This hotel is situated on
a busy street in Barri Gotic (the Gothic Quarter), near shops,
tapas restaurants, and cafes. The Barcelona Cathedral and dozens of historic landmarks
are within a few minutes on foot in any direction. La Rambla and the bohemian Raval
district are a five-minute walk from the hotel, while Jaume I Metro station is
a two-minute walk to the end of the block and connects to destinations such as Sagrada Familia
and Parc Guell. The trendy Born neighborhood -- filled with upscale designer
shops -- is five minutes away on foot, while the beach and the Maremagnum shopping
center are a 20-minute walk from the hotel’s front door. Taxis to El Prat
International Airport take about 20 minutes. Alternatively, the Aerobus can be caught at
Plaza Catalunya (a 10-minute walk away) and takes about 40 minutes to reach the airport.
Rooms
Small, air-conditioned rooms with outdated decor and street noise
The fairly slick 1920s
vibe in the hotel’s public areas doesn’t carry over to the guest rooms, and the
hallways leading to the rooms are dark and depressing. Single Rooms are
minuscule, while Double and Triple
Rooms are larger and some have small, street-facing balconies. Unfortunately street-facing
rooms can be noisy, despite the hotel’s soundproofing claims. Drapes and seat
cushions have the soft striped pattern found in many ’90s chain motels, and the
oak-veneer furniture doesn’t have the same appeal as it does in the lobby. All
rooms include small flat-screen TVs, safes, minibars, desks, and air-conditioners and heaters that don't always work too well. The wall art -- which consists mostly of framed posters -- seems like it was added as an
afterthought. Beds are covered with thin, dated comforters. Bathrooms are small and have tiled floors, marble vanities,
and shower/tub combos, but the grout could use a good scrub.
Features
Vaulted reading room and terrace with Cathedral dome views
A continental buffet breakfast
is served in the hotel’s dining area, though it lacks any made-to-order options
and is only included in some rates. Lunch and dinner are not available on-site, however. One of the property's most charming features is its TV lounge and reading room, which features vaulted
stone ceilings and skylights as well as glamorous marble floors and green
retro furniture. It’s a great place to sit and relax, as is the outdoor terrace
with partial views of Barri Gotic rooftops. Laundry service and luggage storage are both available, and the hotel
offers free Wi-Fi, though the connection is spotty.
