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Gran Hotel La FloridavsHotel Condes De Barcelona
Both properties are praised by travel writers. On balance, Gran Hotel La Florida is preferred by most professionals compared to Condes De Barcelona. Gran Hotel La Florida has a TripExpert Score of 90 with endorsements from 15 publications including Condé Nast Traveler, Oyster and Frommer's.
Gran Hotel La Florida
Rough Guide
Concierge
Fodor's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Gayot
Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
Ctra Vallvidrera al Tibidabo 83-89, 08035 Barcelona
From $145/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "The five-star, hillside Gran Hotel La Florida re-creates the glory days of the 1950s... Sunday brunch on the terrace at L’Orangerie restaurant is one of the city’s great secrets."
Concierge "For some, it's too far removed from Barcelona's bustle. For others, the setting is the draw—high atop a lush mountain 15 minutes outside the city center."
Fodor's "Nonpareil views over Barcelona, water sculptures everywhere but in your bed, a superb restaurant (L'Orangerie), and design-conscious suites." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"With a fairly removed location in the hills that ring the city, the 70-room Gran Hotel La Florida has a history as a luxurious, star-studded getaway far from the frenzy of Barcelona's crowds." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This 70-room hotel is situated atop a hill next to an amusement park in the Mount Tibidabo area." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Set in a Modernista villa in the hills above Barce lona, this luxurious hotel has been beautifully renovated by the finest designers and architects."
Condé Nast Traveler "Not only defines urbane comfort for the twenty-first century but is pulling in one of the sexiest crowds on the Continent." Full review
Star Service "This hotel sits on the panoramic bluff Mount Tibiabo (one of the highest points in town) overlooking the entire city of Barcelona and the Mediterranean beyond." Full review
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However, at quiet times of the day it may be hard to find someone to help, and chances are about 50/50 that they will speak English or be interested in going out of their way for special requests.
Gayot "Built as a hotel in 1924 and restored in 1950 after serving as a military hospital, Gran Hotel La Florida has housed prestigious guests."
Afar Magazine "All the rooms have oak floors, luxurious furniture and fittings, and generously-sized marble bathrooms with in-floor heating and separate showers and bathtubs." Full review
Hotel Condes De Barcelona Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Frommer's Fodor's Star Service Oyster
Jetsetter
Lonely Planet
Paseo de Gracia 73, 75, 08008 Barcelona
From $164/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide Star
"Classily turned out in contemporary style."
Michelin Guide Star
"An emblematic hotel occupying two historic buildings, the Casa Bat116 and Casa Daurella. At night, the attractive rooftop sun terrace is transformed into a trendy bar."
Frommer's "Situated on the wide shop-filled Passeig de Gràcia, this former private villa (1895) is one of Barcelona's most popular and glamorous quality hotels." Full review
Fodor's "One of Barcelona's most popular hotels, the Condes de Barcelona retains a grand charm with a marble-floored pentagonal lobby and the original columns and courtyard." Full review
Star Service "This Catalonian gem is a contender on the second tier, offering fine service, extraordinary dining and striking yet comfortable modern decor." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"This chic, modern hotel is within walking distance of some of the city's best sights... a delicious restaurant, sexy rooftop lounge, and serene terrace are additional highlights." Full review
Jetsetter "Former Belle Epoque palace with a Michelin-star restaurant and rooftop views of La Sagrada Familia." Full review
Lonely Planet "The most attractive half of the Comtes (Condes) de Barcelona occupies the 1890s Modernista Casa Enric Batlló." Full review
