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Hostal GoyavsAxel Hotel Barcelona
Both Hostal Goya and Axel Hotel Barcelona & Urban Spa are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hostal Goya is preferred by most writers compared to Axel Hotel Barcelona & Urban Spa. Hostal Goya has a TripExpert Score of 75 with positive reviews from 5 sources such as Rough Guide, EuroCheapo and DK Eyewitness.
Hostal Goya
Rough Guide
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
EuroCheapo
Lonely Planet
Pau Claris, 74, 08010 Barcelona
From $39/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
Rough Guide Star
"Boutique-style pension that offers a dozen crisply furnished fabulous rooms on two floors of a mansion building."
Frommer's "A superior hostal largely patronized by a young and lively clientele, the traditional yet tastefully refurbished Goya is noted for its charming service and colorful moderniste decor." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A well-run hostal that has been accommodating visitors since 1952. The rooms are bright and modern with bold prints and some designer touches."
EuroCheapo Editor's Pick
"Oh, Hostal Goya, your original “Modernista” tiled floors, oodles of natural light and elegant attitude&;&." Full review
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Many very quiet rooms look out onto an interior courtyard, but in our opinion the ones to request are those with French balconies or small terraces (which overlook either the street or courtyard).
Lonely Planet "The Goya is a modestly priced gem on the chichi side of L’Eixample." Full review
Axel Hotel Barcelona Rough Guide
Fodor's
Oyster Frommer's Lonely Planet
Jetsetter
Afar Magazine Frommer's Lonely Planet
Aribau 33, 08011 Barcelona
From $51/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide "It’s a hip but relaxed space with designer rooms... a bar and restaurant that are part of the local scene."
Fodor's "Inside a lovely historic building typical of the Eixample, this recently renovated hotel caters primarily (but by no means exclusively) to gay travelers in an area dubbed "Gayxample" by locals." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"It is in the heart of the Eixample neighborhood, the city's dynamic gay area with great restaurants and nightlife." Full review
Frommer's "The staff is hip, and amenities range from a cool, scarlet-colored cocktail bar and restaurant in the lobby to a trendy rooftop pool, bar, sauna, and sundeck." Full review
Lonely Planet "Favoured by a mixed fashion and gay set, Axel occupies a sleek corner block and offers modern touches in its 105 designer rooms." Full review
Jetsetter "Art Deco mansion with a lively rooftop pool scene and a champagne bar in Barcelona's Eixample district." Full review
Afar Magazine "This elegant and stylish hotel, renovated in 2010, is conveniently located in Barcelona's gay neighborhood, Gaixample." Full review
Frommer's "The hotel advertises itself as being hetero-friendly, and with its rich linens, larger-than-usual rooms, and a full menu of pillow choices" Full review
Lonely Planet "Its 101 smartly contemporary rooms have soundproofing, king-sized beds and tea/coffee sets; Premium Superior rooms have lovely stained-glass galleries." Full review
