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Hotel Duquesa de Cardona vs Barcelo Raval

Both hotels are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, Barcelo Raval scores slightly better than Hotel Duquesa de Cardona. Barcelo Raval scores 85 with recommendations from 11 reviewers such as Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.

Hotel Duquesa de Cardona
Hotel Duquesa de Cardona
8 / 10
Passeig Colom 12, 08002 Barcelona
From $74 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Step off the busy harbourfront highway into this soothing four-star haven, set in a remodelled sixteenth-century mansion."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Excellent guestrooms and an attractive terrace-solarium on the roof."
Fodor's Fodor's
"A refurbished 16th-century town house, this hotel on the port has a contemporary decor in soothing neutral tones." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The Duquesa de Cardona is a boutique hotel that blends old-school charm with understated sophistication." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Located in a 16th-century building, this stylish hotel combines the original structure with avant-garde decor and all the modern facilities."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A 16th-century palace with a rooftop pool and terrace between Barcelona's Gothic quarter and the old port." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This cozy boutique-hotel benefits from the convenience to nearby public transportation, is walking distance to Las Ramblas, and provides pristine views of the harbor and its bobbing boats." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"The crowning glory of the Hotel Duquesa de Cardona is the rooftop terrace, with its navy blue-tiled plunge pool, cocktail bar and restaurant overlooking the yachts of the Port Vell." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Rooms on the front (an extra charge for waterfront views) are larger and more romantic than some of the tighter quarters on the back that face into El Born." Full review
Barcelo Raval
Barcelo Raval
8 / 10
Rambla del Raval 17-21, 08001 Barcelona
From $71 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"Sophisticated, open-plan rooms have a crisp, space-station-style sheen."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"This surprising building has an elliptical floor plan, avant-garde interior, a layout that favours wide-open spaces, and design features wherever you look!"
Frommer's Frommer's
"Everyone is well cared for here, from hedonistic tourist to keep-fit enthusiast and business visitor." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Come here if you're looking for an edgier neighborhood in Barcelona (think NYC's Meatpacking District before it became totally gentrified)."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"A popular choice among couples, the Raval may not be ideal for some families." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This is an especially welcome addition to the city's hotel scene." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"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
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"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
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A hip Barcelona sleep near La Rambla with a rooftop bar and pool and panoramic city views." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"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
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