"Sophisticated, open-plan rooms have a crisp, space-station-style sheen."

"This surprising building has an elliptical floor plan, avant-garde interior, a layout that favours wide-open spaces, and design features wherever you look!"

"Everyone is well cared for here, from hedonistic tourist to keep-fit enthusiast and business visitor." Full review

"A popular choice among couples, the Raval may not be ideal for some families." Full review

"This is an especially welcome addition to the city's hotel scene." Full review

"This hotel is a great place to start a visit to Barcelona: The food is good and the cocktails well made—but my personal favorite amenity is its fantastic outdoor pool." Full review

"We took the long walk from our hotel near La Rambla all the way to the amazing Sagrada Familia, designed by the world-famous Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi." Full review

"A hip Barcelona sleep near La Rambla with a rooftop bar and pool and panoramic city views." Full review

"An excellent example of how a place can help to breathe new life into a city neighbourhood, this hotel also offers comfort, style and sought-after extras." Full review

"Part of the city’s plans to pull the El Raval district by the bootstraps, this oval-shaped designer hotel tower makes a 21st-century splash." Full review