Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    AC Hotel Diagonal L'iIlla

    3.1 (7 reviews)
    PriceyHotels
    Open Open 24 hours

    AC Hotel Diagonal L'iIlla Photos

    Recommended Reviews - AC Hotel Diagonal L'iIlla

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Aaron S.

    AC Hotels are a chain of Hotels, styled under the Autograph Collection branding, owned by Marriott. Having stayed at Marriot hotels before, and this hotel being recently refurbished since AC taken it over, I had high hopes but sadly those hopes were just hopes. I called in my hotel, late in the evening and after a poor flight and awful experience at BCN Airport, I wanted to get settled into my room, only to be told, I hadn't got one, they hadn't listened to my request, eventually after some struggle with the language barrier and room, I managed to find one. The room was okay, it was a decent size however the beds were not very comfortable, they were single beds, despite asking for king size beds, so this is the first case where the website was wrong, making my trip more uncomfortable. In my room, there was a large TV but all that could be shown was mainly Spanish channels and the only channels they had in English seemed to be non-English channels such as BBC's Worldwide, Russia Today and CNN. The prices around the hotel also was quite expensive, such as for drinks etc. The wifi was decent, however it kept losing connection. The hotel staff were rude, certainly not very helpful and I doubt they had any training in hospitality, they left me to get the heavy door everytime I went in and out, even when I had bags, and it even took another customer to get the door for me, meanwhile the concierge and staff looked quite frustrated at them, like they wanted to watch the customer struggle. On the penultimate night of my stay, I ended up getting into a dispute with the room next store, with a crying baby which was crying non-stop for an amount of time, and I asked for a quiet room so I couldn't really understand why they'd put me in an adjoining room with such thin walls, you could hear the room next store and even the hallway... The housekeeping also seemed rude, my room was dirty, it also seemed inconvenient to me when they came out, for example they'd often knock on, after I'd been out for hours to clean my room, and then refuse to clean it while I am there, perhaps this is because they spend just minutes cleaning my room, yes it was clean when I first came into it, but there even was stains and marks which lasted the room, it felt dirty and unkept, perhaps all they did was change the bedding (or at least make the bed) and every two days they'd change the coffee machine? One good thing about the room was the Nespresso Coffee Machine but they try to limit you to three per day, with free bottled water every two days and only two little sachets of milk, which is quite poor, forcing you to go out and buy. I eventually had to walk about 2 or 3 minutes away to get some Nespresso pods due to the small amount and lack of choice they had here, which included a pod which was far too strong, and another one which was decaf, and another one which was okay, just okay. The location was decent, in the L'illa Shopping centre, close to various shops and even a Starbucks, It even was within walking distance, albeit a long walk of the Nou Camp, which I found useful when I attended Barcelona's Champions League fixture, where they drew 0-0 with Juventus. I didn't try Breakfast here, so I can't comment on that, however, I was once again pressured into buying it on my first night by the pricetag, I was told i must buy it now, on the day of my arrival, for every night of my stay otherwise if I ever wanted it, it would be double and I found this to be frustrating and rude that they would pressure sell in such a manner, I remained strong, like I hope David Davis will be with Brexit talks and refused to pay, I ended up going to the Hilton, just a 5-10 minute walk away down the same road (Avingua Diagonal) this hotel is on, and I ended up having a much better breakfast, which would have worked out cheaper too. The bar area didn't have a nice atmosphere, I managed to relax and watch Atletico Madrid versus Leicester City there, but the prices for a drink was also very expensive, it cost around 12 euro as I recall for a coca cola and vodka, and it not only taken a long time to be served, but it took a long time to get my drink and change. To summarize this hotel really lets its-self and the Marriott brand down as everything it has good, they have something to make it bad, such as the coffee machine with lack of things to go with it, the TV with very very few English channels, a big room but one that is unclean and has small beds, wifi but wifi that disconnects so it is a real shame, while also considering the prices for other aspects, even the water in the hotel and especially the rude service, this is a hotel I certainly would far from recommended and feel deserves not just a one star review but it deserves to be the newest member of my "Avoid at all costs" list, I'm sorry to report as my bad record with hotels outside of the UK goes on, which is something I hope to end in the Summer as I travel to Berlin's five-star Hilton hotel.

    Bathroom for king room
    C C.

    Marriotts are great. I stay at them predominantly. This one is comfortable, renovated and updated. It's in the center of the mall section so you can eat at the hotel or around it. The cool thing is the mall is in the same block so shop away your pocketbook ladies and gents. Maids get it done and leave a cookie, but not every time. I got that niece in 3 nights. I didn't need it anyway. Breakfast is very good as usual in Spain. Sweet or savory. Good variety, however when the clock strikes, they yank those plates away but the good part is they won't kick you out. The waitstaff is very kind, don't get me wrong, you just need to get in there before the closing of the buffet. Also ate dinner out on the balcony. You have to buzz for the waiter. Good mojitos! One problem is the sound from the hall comes in but fortunately it's not a party hotel. Just means in the morning you hear the maids talking and banging their carts a bit or an occasional kid running down the hall. All -in-all is perfect for business trips.

    Lobby of hotel

    See all

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Aaron S.
    1036
    4041
    14331

    9 years ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1
    Photo of C C.
    10
    448
    1010

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Verify this business for free

    Get access to customer & competitor insights.

    Verify this business

    Hoteles Hesperia

    Hoteles Hesperia

    (2 reviews)

    €€€€

    This was the last hotel we stayed in during our Spain tour. And it was one of the best ones. It…read morehas a spacious lobby, which is beautifully decorated. Staff is helpful and speak english. Room was clean, big with a beautiful bathroom. The nerd in me was impressed by the computer panel which controls the elevator system. There are 4 elevators for use. On each floor outside the elevators is a touch screen computer panel in which you select where you need to go - floor number or restaurant name. The computer figures out the elevator which can take you to your destination fastest and displays the number on the screen. After the display is shown the elevator arrives within seconds. The floor number is pre-selected when you step in. You cannot select the floor from inside the elevator. This was a very efficient system and I wish all hotels adopt it. They also serve delicious breakfast and the spread is huge. Every single thing that I tried on the breakfast was of excellent quality. The servers even come to your table and ask you if they can bring you coffee or juice. The empty plates are immediately removed and the tables cleaned. L1 metro line starts from the 'Hospital de Bellvitge' stop which is opposite to Hotel Hesperia. That gives you the advantage of pick your seat on the metro journey. If you are taking the metro to/from the airport, you'll have to change from L1 to L9 at Torrassa station. Airport is about 10 minutes away by taxi, so you might not want to go the metro route. By metro, hotel is about 30 minutes to beach or La Rambla street and 1 hour to Parc Guell. So it's definitely not in the center where you can walk to the happening places.

    This hotel is beautiful!! All of the employees have been absolutely helpful and seem to have a…read morededication to go out of their way for their clients. The room was spacious, with the biggest bathroom/closet area I've ever seen. The elevator control pad asks your destination and lets you know which car to use. The curtains are controlled with the push of a button. Everything feels and is luxurious. And as of the time of this review the price is incredibly good value. This hotel is located a quick walk (less than 5 minutes) to the Hotel Bellvitge metro stop.

    Barceló Raval - Lobby

    Barceló Raval

    (71 reviews)

    €€

    El Raval

    TLDR: Come for the rooftop views of Barcelona, not so much for the stay…read more While Barceló Raval's rooftop offers one of the best panoramic views of Barcelona, the hotel itself is giving knockoff of the W. They try to give off that sexy, mysterious vibe, but as soon as you step into the room, the green ceiling, cheap fixtures and damask wallpaper give it away. The hotel is reasonably "affordable" for its location (near the Gothic Quarter and La Barceloneta), but definitely in a sketchy area. I highly advise walking outside the hotel at night, as you'll find the rough crowds your parents warned you about. The nearest metro station is about a 10-minute walk, and to get there, you have to cut through some of the sketchiest alleys. I booked through Expedia and was upgraded to a room with a view, a bottle of mini wine & an extra bottle of water. My amenities weren't so great from the moment I opened the door. Since my room was pretty high up, the room was stifling & those views were blocked by a stainless steel mesh. FYI: your room requires a key card at all times if you're trying to use electricity, which includes air conditioning. The shower initially felt luxurious--spacious with a giant waterfall head and solid water pressure--followed by lush bath towels, but that impression faded once I noticed the pockets of mold and grime in the corners. Sleeping was also a challenge since walls are thin and anytime the guests next to me entered their room, it sounded like someone was entering mine, which kept me paranoid and on high alert. Rooftop: the rooftop not only offers panoramic views of Barcelona, but also has a bar and pool, though hard to even suggest the pool is an amenity since it's more so for aesthetic than functionality. On the roof, it's not an open floor plan, so you'll have to walk around the building to get a full 360 view. For those who are height deficient such as myself: prepare for obstructed views because of the high railings (great for safety, but not so much for those under 5'3).

    Best 360 view of Barcelona located in el raval. Reasonably…read morepriced drinks with an amazing view! Dj available weekends to get the party started !

    AC Hotel by Marriott Sants

    AC Hotel by Marriott Sants

    (21 reviews)

    €€

    Sants

    I stayed at the AC Sants Marriott for a couple of nights after a Mediterranean cruise. The room was…read morepretty standard for a business traveler hotel--clean and functional, but not much privacy if you're sharing the space. The toilet area has a frosted glass door, which isn't ideal for two people. And the light switch layout will drive you crazy. If you are looking for a light switch by the sink or toilet, nope...all by the main door. Strange. They offer breakfast and dinner, but it's very basic, nothing too special. It's convenient if you need a quick bite, but you might want to explore other options nearby. One big plus is the location. It's right next to the main train station, making metro travel super easy. I'd stay there again for a short stay, but probably not for an extended visit. Overall, it's convenient but fairly simple in terms of amenities.

    3.5 stars. Overall most of the disappointment here was generally the quality of the rooms. The size…read morewas very small for 2 people in terms of the showering area and storage. There is no separate shower area so there is not much privacy. I also found that the wall had chipped paint particularly in the shower. Bed wise, they only have single beds in every room so if you want separate beds, you're out of luck. The closet storage was tiny for storing our stuff, making it a chore to pull things out of the closet. I've found that I like to take my clothes out that I need for the hotel stay and without dressers, it feels uncomfortable having to lay clothes out in the open on bookshelves. On the positive end, they have delicious croissants that they put out in the dining area and the breakfast is solid with the Spanish tortilla, cold cuts, packaged yogurt, pastries, and fruit. The staff were very nice and helpful and the hotel is conveniently located next to the Plaça de Sants and the Sants Estació stations. Overall an affordable option that's best for solo travelers.

    AC Hotel by Marriott Victoria Suites - Mini Office desk

    AC Hotel by Marriott Victoria Suites

    (5 reviews)

    €€

    Les Corts

    Location is in Les Corts neighborhood, walking distance to the 2026 Tennis Open Banc Sebadell ATP…read more500, which was nice right after checked in we went straight to walk to the Tennis stadium. Great area for Business stay, clean, simple & convenient. Room we got was upgraded w/ patio & mini living room & kitchenette area. There's NO Bellman, so if you have lots of bags, they'll just give you the luggage cart that barely fits in the elevator you might feel a little claustrophobic, lol. Just fyi, the tub shower stall is really narrow w/ half glass door cover wets the floors & the toilet seat.

    The hotel itself was a little old and it showed on the outside and even the halls. The room was…read moredescent. We had a junior suite that had a bedroom and living area and they brought us a rollaway bed for my daughter. The bathroom door didn't have a lock and it was glass so anyone else in the room could see inside if they wanted. I really liked the enclosed balcony, it had a table and chairs and was like you were inside and outside at the same time. There were shutters you could open and close to your liking but watch out! Pigeons kept trying to get in and one got stuck between the shutters on the room next to us. The room also had a nice espresso/coffee machine and tea. We had to call down a few times for extra towels, toilet paper and coffee but they brought it right up. We had breakfast included with our room but never actually went. There is a grocery store and a few restaurants within walking distance and the metro was about a mile. It wasn't in a real close location to everything but it was easy enough to get where you wanted to go.

    Hotel 1898 - Breakfast buffet

    Hotel 1898

    (102 reviews)

    €€€

    El Raval

    Fantastic beautiful place to stay in Barcelona. Great location, lovely clean and spacious rooms,…read moreroof top pool, beautiful lobby, great staff. Highly recommend!

    Stayed here at the end of a work trip for four days…read more The Good Great location within walking distance of anything and everything. Beautiful, well-appointed building, lobby sitting areas, restaurant, etc. Staff were friendly and very accommodating with bag storage, delivering bags to our room before we returned, restaurant recommendations and more. The rooftop is big with pool, bar and a number of seating areas for a 360 view of the city. Relaxing place to sit with a drink. Spa in basement is nice with all amenities. You have to reserve use and it's capped at 30 mins. Rooms are decent size allowing for suitcases and still moving around room. Bathroom is clean and has everything needed including heated towel rack and bidet. Although robes weren't included we found some at spa we used for the remainder of our trip. Lobby is very spacious and comfy, and there is live music in Thur-Sun. Great place to relax with a drink after exploring all day. Breakfast was extensive and a nice start to each day. Included made to order as well as plenty of ready made options for all palettes. The Not as Good We reserved both a superior and classic room but couldn't tell the difference for an additional 130 euros. The front desk said the superior had "more light." Potentially but not sure that was described as difference for what we paid. The rooms lack power outlets. Nothing by bedside. USB by desk but no USB-C or Int'l plugs. We had phones plugged in behind chairs, tea kettle sitting on floor, laptop in bathroom... The subway is underneath the hotel and even though we're on the 4th floor it was loud with lots of vibration. We had Do Not Disturb on for our entire trip but staff entered regardless and made up room. Not a big deal but surprised us and meant we had to put our belongings away every time we left not knowing who would enter when. Overall it was a pleasant stay and we would come back but many hotels we passed by looked like good options as well.

    AC Hotel Diagonal L'iIlla - hotels - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...