Allegro BarcelonavsABaC Hotel
Both hotels are praised by expert writers. Overall, ABaC Barcelona is preferred by most writers compared to Room Mate Emma. ABaC Barcelona is ranked #19 in Barcelona with approval from 11 sources including Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Departures.
Allegro Barcelona
Carrer Rossello 205, Eixample, 08008 Barcelona
From $119/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Family Friendly
- Multilingual
Rough Guide
"Undeniably appealing bareboneschic rooms and suites at realistic uptown prices."
Frommer's
"The newest addition to Barcelona's homely and innovative chain of Room Mate hostelries, this one is located in the heart of L'Eixample, close to the shopper's haven of Passeig de Gràcia." Full review
Fodor's
"Operating under the motto "daring, cheerful, creative," the Emma's pivotal location allows easy walking to almost everything in Barcelona." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"A cool pick for tourists visiting Barcelona and wanting to stay in a "design" hotel." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Spain-based chain of Room Mate hotels is famous around Europe for their combination of good design and affordable pricing." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Anyone familiar with the funky Room Mate chain won’t be disappointed with Emma, a relaxed, hip place that endeavours to provide guests with the perfect stay at a more-than-reasonable price." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"A relaxed, hip place that endeavours to provide guests with the perfect stay at a more-than-reasonable price. Touches such as jelly beans in the rooms make all the difference." Full review
ABaC Hotel Show All Reviews
Avenida Tibidado 1, 08022 Barcelona
From $199/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
Star
"Intimate, uptown boutique style... perhaps the measure of the place is the personal-shopper service available for guests."
Michelin Guide
Star
"Spectacular guestrooms with a contemporary look, featuring top-quality furnishings, the latest technology and even colour therapy in the bathrooms. Modern spa."
Concierge
"Third-floor suites have romantic private patios where you can dine on Pellicer's exciting cuisine."
Oyster
Luxury
"This exclusive 15-room luxury boutique hotel embodies contemporary style at its best, fitting right in in a city that treasures design." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Arguably the city’s finest restaurant, Abac is now part of a boutique hotel with 15 gorgeous rooms stylishly decorated with contemporary minimalism."
Star Service
"This seemingly demure design diva calls to the floor just 15 fabulous guest rooms and suites, though its fashion sense and service standards compete with the best in the city." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"After a long day on the town, you’ll be grateful for its relaxed vibe, soothing garden, and diminutive but capable spa." Full review
Departures
"Located in a historic home, this design hotel combines a boutique feel with all the trappings of a five-star property." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Modern minimalist Barcelona boutique stay ABaC Restaurant & Hotel undeniably has an impressive address. " Full review
Hideaway Report
90.0
"Stylish hotel and two-star restaurant tucked behind the striking exterior of an old mansion wrapped in a walled garden in a quiet residential neighborhood." Full review