The Hesperia Sant Joan Suites is a budget, apartment-style pick located in a commercial neighborhood outside of Barcelona. There is a seasonal outdoor pool, on-site Mediterranean restaurant, and fitness center but the isolated location isn't near restaurants or attractions. The rooms are basic in decor with kitchens and living rooms with flat-screen TVs. To reach the center of Barcelona, guests must take a tram to the metro (there's also a taxi stand nearby). Those who would prefer to be closer to the action and don't mind smaller rooms should check out the Travelodge Barcelona Poblenou.
The Hesperia Sant Joan Suites is a budget, apartment-style pick located in a commercial neighborhood outside of Barcelona. There is a seasonal outdoor pool, on-site Mediterranean restaurant, and fitness center but the isolated location isn't near restaurants or attractions. The rooms are basic in decor with kitchens and living rooms with flat-screen TVs. To reach the center of Barcelona, guests must take a tram to the metro (there's also a taxi stand nearby). Those who would prefer to be closer to the action and don't mind smaller rooms should check out the Travelodge Barcelona Poblenou.
BCNGotic offers 13 mid-range apartments in the heart of Barcelona’s trendy Born district, just outside of the Barri Gotic. The apartments offer a taste of real life in the Catalan capital and have a modern, rustic charm, while a wide array of apartment sizes means that some units can sleep up to six people. The hotel doesn’t offer many services, but fully equipped kitchens make staying here a great value for tourists and long-term guests. Travelers looking for a full-service hotel in the Eixample can try Hotel Constanza, which has contemporary rooms with an on-site restaurant, though rooms are smaller and have higher rates than many of the apartments at BCNGotic.
BCNGotic offers 13 mid-range apartments in the heart of Barcelona’s trendy Born district, just outside of the Barri Gotic. The apartments offer a taste of real life in the Catalan capital and have a modern, rustic charm, while a wide array of apartment sizes means that some units can sleep up to six people. The hotel doesn’t offer many services, but fully equipped kitchens make staying here a great value for tourists and long-term guests. Travelers looking for a full-service hotel in the Eixample can try Hotel Constanza, which has contemporary rooms with an on-site restaurant, though rooms are smaller and have higher rates than many of the apartments at BCNGotic.
The Eurostars Cristal Palace is a less expensive and less upscale sister to the nearby BCN Design Hotel. But this hotel is a great pick for its location just off Passeig de Gracia, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and sights. Some of the 150 rooms are on the small side, but they're clean and contemporary with flat-screen TVs, striped bedding accents, wood floors, and modern bathrooms. The hotel does not have a fitness center or a spa, but it is a good choice for business travelers as there are several meeting rooms and all rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi. There is also an on-site restaurant, Pictory, and lobby bar.
The Eurostars Cristal Palace is a less expensive and less upscale sister to the nearby BCN Design Hotel. But this hotel is a great pick for its location just off Passeig de Gracia, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and sights. Some of the 150 rooms are on the small side, but they're clean and contemporary with flat-screen TVs, striped bedding accents, wood floors, and modern bathrooms. The hotel does not have a fitness center or a spa, but it is a good choice for business travelers as there are several meeting rooms and all rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi. There is also an on-site restaurant, Pictory, and lobby bar.
Three-pearl NH Sants is a large, modern hotel located just a few blocks north of Barcelona's Sants Station and near the Les Corts business district. There are plenty of shops and restaurants all around, and the metro to Plaza Cataluna only takes about 15 minutes. The 203 rooms are attractive, if simple, and include free Wi-Fi, minibars, and flat-screen TVs, though some of the furniture is worn. Higher category rooms have extras like Nespresso machines. The restaurant serves meals all day, but the lack of bar is a bummer, as is the tiny fitness center. The hotel is a decent value, but travelers willing to stretch their budget slightly could consider NH Barcelona Stadium, which has more facilities including a pool, though is farther from the city center.
Three-pearl NH Sants is a large, modern hotel located just a few blocks north of Barcelona's Sants Station and near the Les Corts business district. There are plenty of shops and restaurants all around, and the metro to Plaza Cataluna only takes about 15 minutes. The 203 rooms are attractive, if simple, and include free Wi-Fi, minibars, and flat-screen TVs, though some of the furniture is worn. Higher category rooms have extras like Nespresso machines. The restaurant serves meals all day, but the lack of bar is a bummer, as is the tiny fitness center. The hotel is a decent value, but travelers willing to stretch their budget slightly could consider NH Barcelona Stadium, which has more facilities including a pool, though is farther from the city center.
Though the Hotel Acta Millenni features a charming facade that dates back to 1927, its stale interiors are definitely in need of an update. Most guest rooms are spacious and have lovely hardwood floors, but the furnishings look generic and a tad cheap. Noise can also be an issue, with some guests complaining of thin walls and a lack of soundproofing. Large bathrooms are a plus, especially the ones in the suites that offer Jacuzzi tubs. Other high points include the free Wi-Fi, great portside location, and pretty rooftop deck with lounge chairs, a small Jacuzzi, and city views. Those visitors seeking stylish surroundings, however, should probably look elsewhere.
Though the Hotel Acta Millenni features a charming facade that dates back to 1927, its stale interiors are definitely in need of an update. Most guest rooms are spacious and have lovely hardwood floors, but the furnishings look generic and a tad cheap. Noise can also be an issue, with some guests complaining of thin walls and a lack of soundproofing. Large bathrooms are a plus, especially the ones in the suites that offer Jacuzzi tubs. Other high points include the free Wi-Fi, great portside location, and pretty rooftop deck with lounge chairs, a small Jacuzzi, and city views. Those visitors seeking stylish surroundings, however, should probably look elsewhere.
Axel Hotel Barcelona is a sleek boutique hotel located in Barcelona's LGBT-friendly Eixample neighborhood that attracts a primarily gay clientele. The 101 rooms and four suites are contemporary and handsome, with flat-screen TVs, bathrobes, and minibars. While most units overlook the city, a few have interior views. On-site amenities include a well-equipped fitness center, a spa with a steam and spa facilities, a narrow rooftop pool area with a whirlpool and bar, and a restaurant -- Nikkei 103 -- serving Japanese-Peruvian fare. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, though there have been some complaints of spotty connections. Travelers may want to also consider the nearby Olivia Balmes Hotel, which offers similar amenities and larger rooms, though it isn't specifically marketed at LGBT travelers.
Axel Hotel Barcelona is a sleek boutique hotel located in Barcelona's LGBT-friendly Eixample neighborhood that attracts a primarily gay clientele. The 101 rooms and four suites are contemporary and handsome, with flat-screen TVs, bathrobes, and minibars. While most units overlook the city, a few have interior views. On-site amenities include a well-equipped fitness center, a spa with a steam and spa facilities, a narrow rooftop pool area with a whirlpool and bar, and a restaurant -- Nikkei 103 -- serving Japanese-Peruvian fare. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel, though there have been some complaints of spotty connections. Travelers may want to also consider the nearby Olivia Balmes Hotel, which offers similar amenities and larger rooms, though it isn't specifically marketed at LGBT travelers.
The Duquesa de Cardona is a boutique hotel that blends old-school charm with understated sophistication and has a convenient location in the Gothic Quarter. The lobby is quaint, with checked floors and elegant velvet chairs that give it the look of an old-fashioned parlor. This classic feel carries through to the other common areas and guest rooms. Even the standard rooms have plenty of space, as do the bathrooms. The hotel's terrace, with a small pool and bar, is a real perk.
The Duquesa de Cardona is a boutique hotel that blends old-school charm with understated sophistication and has a convenient location in the Gothic Quarter. The lobby is quaint, with checked floors and elegant velvet chairs that give it the look of an old-fashioned parlor. This classic feel carries through to the other common areas and guest rooms. Even the standard rooms have plenty of space, as do the bathrooms. The hotel's terrace, with a small pool and bar, is a real perk.
The Palace oozes elegance and Old World charm. Housed in an early 20th-century building a few blocks from the Gothic Quarter, the hotel is popular among well-heeled families, couples, and business travelers. The property boasts a Michelin-starred restaurant, Caelis; car service to the airport and major attractions; and a small but modern fitness center. The exclusive spa features the only Temazcal sauna in Spain, Anne Semonin products, and traditional Maya treatments. Classic, elegant rooms have upholstered walls, plush beds, and modern bathrooms with separate showers and tubs. Some even have Roman bath-style tubs. Updated in-room amenities include flat-screen TVs, minibars, DVD players, and free Wi-Fi. But there are no coffeemakers in the rooms, and you should expect to pay a hefty price for breakfast.
The Palace oozes elegance and Old World charm. Housed in an early 20th-century building a few blocks from the Gothic Quarter, the hotel is popular among well-heeled families, couples, and business travelers. The property boasts a Michelin-starred restaurant, Caelis; car service to the airport and major attractions; and a small but modern fitness center. The exclusive spa features the only Temazcal sauna in Spain, Anne Semonin products, and traditional Maya treatments. Classic, elegant rooms have upholstered walls, plush beds, and modern bathrooms with separate showers and tubs. Some even have Roman bath-style tubs. Updated in-room amenities include flat-screen TVs, minibars, DVD players, and free Wi-Fi. But there are no coffeemakers in the rooms, and you should expect to pay a hefty price for breakfast.
The 368-room AC Hotel Barcelona Forum by Marriott is an upscale business hotel focused primarily on the convention trade. Its location near the Barcelona Convention Center and its 18 meeting rooms draw plenty of business travelers, though it's also close to the beach and has an outdoor rooftop pool. That being said, the city center and most tourist attractions are not walkable from here. Modern rooms offer minibars as well as some pretty nice views of the sea and the city. However, Wi-Fi isn't free in certain rooms and breakfast is pricey. The nearby Hotel Barcelona Princess is a similarly priced alternative, and its Wi-Fi and minibars are free.
The 368-room AC Hotel Barcelona Forum by Marriott is an upscale business hotel focused primarily on the convention trade. Its location near the Barcelona Convention Center and its 18 meeting rooms draw plenty of business travelers, though it's also close to the beach and has an outdoor rooftop pool. That being said, the city center and most tourist attractions are not walkable from here. Modern rooms offer minibars as well as some pretty nice views of the sea and the city. However, Wi-Fi isn't free in certain rooms and breakfast is pricey. The nearby Hotel Barcelona Princess is a similarly priced alternative, and its Wi-Fi and minibars are free.
This 61-room hotel, part of the tech-savvy Petit brand, is a no-frills but contemporary choice located in Barcelona's city center, a few blocks from Plaza Catalunya. There isn't much to the property (it lacks any outdoor space -- a rarity for Barcelona) but it's a good value, especially for families. Rooms are starting to show wear and tear, but high-tech amenities such as flat-screen TVs, iPod docks and laptops help compensate. Balconies and exercise bikes are available in some, while others lack views, so be sure to specify room priorities when checking in. The quirky, modern lobby has multiple seating areas, additional laptops, and a small bar. Meanwhile, a more sophisticated breakfast room has soft lighting and beautiful exposed brick. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property.
This 61-room hotel, part of the tech-savvy Petit brand, is a no-frills but contemporary choice located in Barcelona's city center, a few blocks from Plaza Catalunya. There isn't much to the property (it lacks any outdoor space -- a rarity for Barcelona) but it's a good value, especially for families. Rooms are starting to show wear and tear, but high-tech amenities such as flat-screen TVs, iPod docks and laptops help compensate. Balconies and exercise bikes are available in some, while others lack views, so be sure to specify room priorities when checking in. The quirky, modern lobby has multiple seating areas, additional laptops, and a small bar. Meanwhile, a more sophisticated breakfast room has soft lighting and beautiful exposed brick. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property.