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    Smoothie on the roof
    Jennifer B.

    I've always loved Kimpton properties and had wanted to stay at this location since it opened. I finally had the chance for one night. Arrival & Parking This hotel is very difficult to reach by car. I wouldn't recommend driving or trying to park nearby. The hotel suggested a parking garage by the Cathedral, which offered a hotel rate of €40. While helpful, it still meant hauling large bags through crowded, sometimes sketchy Gothic Quarter streets--and getting lost along the way. Leaving in the early morning was easier thanks to clear directions and fewer crowds. Location The setting is both a plus and a drawback. You can walk to nearly everything, but evenings bring heavy crowds, street noise, and safety concerns. Even with doors closed, the noise from motorcycles and parties made it hard to sleep. Check-In & Amenities Check-in was slow, partly due to a large birthday group arriving at the same time. The cava offered while waiting was a nice touch. The hotel has typical Kimpton perks, like the evening social hour (wine from 6-7 p.m. in the restaurant), but the space was cramped with little room to sit or mingle. Room We stayed in a corner king with Juliet balconies overlooking two streets. The layout, however, was awkward. The toilet was located in a small closet near the entry, while the sink and shower were across the room--an inconvenient and unappealing setup. Both bathroom areas were very small. That said, the toiletries were excellent, the robes stylish (though unbranded), and the bed comfortable. Based on photos, other rooms appear to have better layouts. Rooftop The rooftop pool area was attractive but limited, with only about eight loungers. After waiting, we found two. The pool was unheated and very cold, though thankfully small enough that no one tried to swim. The views were nice but included some rundown rooftops. We enjoyed smoothies and tapas--especially the patatas bravas, which were fantastic. Unfortunately, the main restaurant had few vegan options, so we dined elsewhere. Breakfast & Service As an IHG Diamond member, I could have selected breakfast, but it didn't start until 7:30 and we had to leave earlier. The staff kindly prepared takeaway bags with pastries, fruit, and a sandwich, which was much appreciated. I later learned the hotel offers yoga and a spa, though none of this was mentioned at check-in--likely because the staff was so busy during our brief stay. Overall A stylish Kimpton property with standout service touches and a great location for exploring on foot, but the noise, room layout, and parking challenges keep it from being as seamless as other Kimpton experiences I've had.

    Fresh fruit, soup and yogurt.
    Chance C.

    My fiancée and I reserved a brunch here on the rooftop at Terraza de Vivi. We got pancakes, eggs Benedict, fresh fruit, soup, greek yogurt and bottomless mimosas and bloody Mary's. The wait staff were super friendly and they were very generous with the bottomless drinks. The food was pretty good but the best part was easily the rooftop view of Barcelona. We especially liked that we could see the Cathedral.

    Rob B.

    Fantastic place to stay! The staff are amazing every single one! Cute and, boutique with small rooms in great location. Don't miss the rooftop, see about a drink and drink in the view!

    Social Hour in the Evening
    Kevin K.

    We are big Kimpton fans. We stay at them whenever we can, so we were excited to get an experience with one abroad. Just as with the others, we had a wonderful experience here with really only one complaint. The check-in staff was fantastic, welcoming, and informative. The kind lady took her time to share her favorites and go-to spots in Barcelona, most of which we did and enjoyed. We did get an upgrade as a Diamond member, though I was hoping for a little higher of an upgrade since there was a better room still available during our stay. Nonetheless, the room was nice and had a balcony; rooms in Europe are generally smaller, so we weren't totally thrown off by that, but I imagine the base rooms here are a bit tiny. Ours was fine though. I loved the shower and the toiletries provided were excellent. We also had a bottle of wine with some cheese in our room upon arrival, which was a wonderful and very kind touch! Other than that, the typical (but great) Kimpton experience was solid - we enjoyed the social hour each night and it had pretty solid wine with a fantastic assortment of nuts; I'm not sure what they were, but they were so incredibly good. Note that the social hour is at 6:30-7:30pm, given everything food-wise (particularly dinner) is much later in Barcelona and Spain in general. We also used the bikes, and that was a pretty easy process as well, which worked out well given how convenient it is to bike around the city. Check out the roof top as well; we didn't spend too much time up there since it was still chilly in Barcelona when we were there in late March, but the views are beautiful! There is also a pool up there that overlooks the city as well. That complaint I mentioned? I got the vibe and sense that the gentlemen manning the door and welcoming guests weren't fans of gay guys. I found most to be quite rude throughout our entire stay. That's odd to say for Europe, but that's my guess. If not because of that, then they were just rude in general and probably not who I would want welcoming guests to my hotel. Other than that, great experience for the hotel side of things!

    Rooftop pool at night
    Eric F.

    This review is for my stay between 10/19/23 - 10/23/23. Booked this hotel using my IHG points in which I was able to book 3 nights and get 1 additional night free. This hotel is in a prime location in the Gothic Quarter. Like many hotels it has a nondescript entrance. You could be walking on the road/walkstreet for the hotel entrance and not know the hotel was there until you were literally in front of the hotel. The front of the hotel is like a storefront. Checkin desk is on the second floor. The first floor is their lounge where they also offer a daily social hour (5 pm - 6:30 pm, I believe). Checkin was a breeze and staff was very friendly and welcoming. She said, based on my IHG status, that I received an upgraded room. Room was small which is normal for the area but it was well laid out. Bed was comfy. Problems I had with the room were the shower kept leaking water to the bathroom floor. Shower mat was soaked if I took a long shower. The TV offered 2 - 3 channels that were in English. There was no subtitle option to watch the complimentary movie channels. I even inquired and staff came to my room to confirm. Management provided a free pay movie when I inquired. Social hour provided select complimentary alcoholic beverages like wine, local draft beer (not craft), and cava. Mixed drinks were not complimentary. They have a pool on the top floor which is very nice with incredible views. I did not see a hot tub or jacuzzi. There is no gym at this hotel but they have a relationship with Holmes Place (gym) around a half mile away. There is no cost to use that gym but you need to get a voucher and complete forms at the hotel desk. An interesting amenity of this hotel is complimentary bicycle and skateboard use. I did not partake of any of their dining except for the complimentary hors d'oeuvres offered during social hour. The octopus rice I had was very good. Overall, my experience was favorable and I would consider this hotel again. Service: 5 Ambiance: 4 Value: 5 (IHG deal)

    Beautiful appointments. Loved the shower.
    Amy E.

    Absolutely the best choice for our one night stay in Barcelona!! We were able to shop in Las Ramblas and to check out the market (that was only 3 blocks away). Everything was perfect--the room was stylish and trendy with a comfortable King bed. We were able to enjoy complimentary Cava and snacks from 6:30-7:30 at the Happy Hour. The view from the top floor was spectacular, and we hope to come back in warmer weather to enjoy the rooftop pool. The staff was friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay here when we return to Barcelona!

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    Review Highlights - Vividora

    Not only was the hotel staff welcoming but the accommodations were clean and up to date while also being centrally located in the Gothic Quarter.

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    Hotel 1898 - Breakfast buffet

    Hotel 1898

    (103 reviews)

    €€€

    El Raval

    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.

    My hubby and I stayed 2 nights at Hotel 1898 on La Rambla while in Barcelona, and what a beautiful…read morehotel. When my husband booked, he was able to add some special touches for our anniversary through their booking options. Once I walked into the room, there were a dozen long-stemmed roses, champagne, and chocolate cake! The room was very nice and looked out to the street. Our package also included breakfast each morning and the hotel also has a rooftop restaurant as well as a spa. I definitely felt pampered durning our stay.

    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 !

    W Barcelona - Yes

    W Barcelona

    (213 reviews)

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    Barceloneta

    Best hotel I have stayed in!…read more I enjoyed the vibes of the beach the club upstairs the Cuban restaurant coya and my beautiful room! I stayed at 1717 and it was an amazing view! Shout out to all staff from Fernanda answering my questions at front desk concierge and Miguel kindly checking me in from Belgium respect! I thourohly enjoyed my stay with the beautiful red rug Colorway made it feel so elegant and movie like! I enjoyed the spa with the attendant Sarah whom checked me in and got me acquainted with the pool and steam room! I am an avid swimmer so I highly enjoyed the lavish experience with the amazing steam room! I would definitely stay here again and enjoyed the delicious meal right before 11am. Loved the fresh fruit and desayuno I ordered! The best stellar experience ever!

    Nope, super fail, never again...I work in the hospitality industry and there are certain…read moreobservances one expects from an establishment with a 5-Star rating. Firstly, I highly recommend that you go the Airbnb or Always Easy route to get the full Barcelona experience. W Barcelona...horrible experience from start. We arrived early 2p after a long train ride...front desk informs us check-in at 3p and they're holding firm on that. Okay, fair we'll hang at the Wave Bar Terrace until we're called. 3:30p...we check on our room. Not ready...ooof my hubbie is falling asleep on lobby couch from traveling. 3:45...4p...4:15...4:24 okay your room is ready! Great, we head up to the room. Our luggage isn't to be found. I call concierge - hello, the check-in agent said our luggage would be here?! Concierge: We'll call you back. We cannot locate it. 2 min later - can you identify what your luggage looks like? Me thinking: do I have to do your job? This establishment is a disorganized mess. I describe our luggage details, ask if we need to come down personally and identify, and also mention slyly that our luggage has tags on them with our names- has anyone been savvy enough to try that angle? Luggage is finally found and brought up 15 min later. Meanwhile, our room has a broken bathroom sink (won't drain) and I see that the previous guests left a train of bread crumbs to the floor to ceiling windows that housekeeping failed to vacuum before our arrival. Heebie jeebies city as I am concerned what else might have been overlooked in the guest transition. I call to complain to concierge about experience, request a plumber, and housekeeping to address the sullied floor. Mgmt offers us 100 Euro room Credit to use at one of their restaurants for dinner tonight. I am feeling slightly better. We go to Salt (one of the W's beachfront restaurants). I order their iconic burger. First bite, I get a very hard, dime sized piece of bone/cartilage in my ground beef patty. My mind is screaming noooooooooo! I try to be cool about it and take another bite of my mile high burger. The second bite contains a lesser sized but still prominent (not able to chew) bone/cartilage. I send it back in exchange for a chicken citing my reasons for returning. Restaurant manager comes to our table, makes a sincere apology. 15 min later my hubby has finished his meal and I'm waiting for my 2nd chance. The manager brings out my chipper chicken saying that my meal this evening was on the house. Fast forward 20 min...bill comes I am still charged for my meal, just not for the first one. Ummmm, sorry is that best practice after you already told me it would be covered by restaurant? I inquire about my dinner line item as I pay and the manager explains that I should be okay, yes, because he charged me for the my replacement instead of both meals served to me. I am irritated beyond, beyond at thus juncture. I pay the bill in a defeated attitude (it was house money after all) however I am appalled and disgusted by this entire experience. Bottom line: clearly this hotel banks off of unassuming tourists. If you're going to go for luxury and pay top dollar - you assume the experience is going to be stellar. I am receiving service that aligns with a two star motel 6. Traveller beware: lodge elsewhere...even if you could use Starwood points and could stay for free- save them for another venue. Two nice things I can say are the room views and our charming, attentive, and gregarious waiter Carmen at the Wave Beach Terrace pre-check in.

    Pulitzer Barcelona - Signature Balcony room

    Pulitzer Barcelona

    (49 reviews)

    €€

    L'Eixample

    Stayed here for four nights on a recent trip to Barcelona and it was truly excellent. It's a…read moreboutique hotel tucked into a side street of Plaça de Catalunya. The location is truly unbeatable - just a block away from Plaça de Catalunya, a couple of blocks from a major metro stop and several main bus lines, a few blocks from great shopping and with good casual food scattered throughout. It's a great central spot for sightseeing where you're primarily relying on public transit, but also quiet and safe if traveling solo. I booked a signature room through my travel agent, and was delighted that they allowed me to check in a couple of hours early AND upgraded me to a signature balcony room. The hotel is very cute snd colorful, with modern design. The room was clean and pretty spacious, and the balcony was such a nice touch! I liked opening the windows every afternoon and sitting on the chaise and reading. There are refillable water stations on each floor by the elevator, which was a small but big perk to me. Awesome water pressure and temperature, kind, attentive service by staff, and incredible rooftop bar made this a fun place to kick off my stay in Spain. Small gripes: As a short person was the bathroom tub was a bit tall for me to climb into and out of. There was not a true fridge/freezer in the room; the staff was kind enough to store something in their freezer for me but it felt too out of my way to ask them to do it too often for me. The lobby bar drinks were fine but nothing to write home about. Overall though this is such a great hotel and I'd absolutely stay here again. It feels luxe but had very reasonable rates, even right after Easter which is peak tourism. The rooftop bar is very much worth a visit, beautiful views of the city and a fun, lively vibe. I cannot recommend this hotel more!

    Experienced Pulitzer Barcelona briefly for the gym. When staying at Hotel Regina, you have to go…read morenext door to Pulitzer Barcelona for the gym. Pretty solid gym. From resistance perspective, includes dumbbells, open rack, and a cable machine. Water machine with disposable cups. Solid lineup for all the essentials and enough weight for a great workout. Very aesthetic gym vibe.

    The Serras - Front desk

    The Serras

    (22 reviews)

    €€€€

    Barri Gòtic

    Serras in Barcelona, Spain. Awesome location along the coast. Very close to the major shopping…read moredistricts. Excellent service from arrival to departure. The staff take great pride in their service and their hotel. We felt welcome and valued from the moment we arrived. Rooms are spacious and comfortable. Awesomely decorated and very functional.

    We recently stayed at The Serras for seven wonderful days. The hotel is superb, in both layout and…read morecomfort. From the moment we arrived and until we departed, we were treated graciously by every member of the staff. The staff at the front were all terrific, especially Santiago who somehow remembered so many things about us. I wish I remembered everyone's names so I could call them out individually, but every single one was just great! Our room was very comfortable and we felt at home during our stay. Our room faced towards the water and we enjoyed the views whenever we were there. We were celebrating our first wedding anniversary and were given a nice treat and note welcoming and congratulating us. So thoughful! We took advantage of the breakfast every morning, which had a nice selection of cooked entrees and buffet items. Sandra was wonderful and she not only had us starting the day with a tasty breakfast, but also put smiles on our faces every day we saw her. We are so glad were we able to see her on our last day to say our "so longs." Last, the location of the Serras was perfect for us. With a week to explore Barcelona, we felt it was the perfect location for us to start each adventure! I can't recommend The Serras enough to anyone looking for a special stay and experience in Barcelona. Our next trip to Barcelona will definitely see us staying at The Serras.

    Vividora - hotels - Updated July 2026

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