Hotel Condes De BarcelonavsHotel 1898
Both hotels are praised by expert reviewers. Overall, Hotel 1898 is the choice of most writers compared to Condes De Barcelona. Hotel 1898 has a TripExpert Score of 91 with endorsements from 15 publications such as Condé Nast Traveler, Michelin Guide and Travel + Leisure.
Hotel Condes De Barcelona
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
Hotel 1898 Show All Reviews
La Rambla, 109, 08002 Barcelona
From $164/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Rough Guide
Star
"Public areas are similarly dramatic, like the neo-colonial hall, lounge and bar, and the sleek Xina noodle bar, while other facilities include both outdoor and indoor pools, and a glam spa."
Michelin Guide
"A mix of the traditional and contemporary... guestrooms offering the very best amenities."
Frommer's
"Located right beside the upper stretch of La Rambla in an emblematic 19th-century building... One of the city's most deluxe new hotels." Full review
Concierge
"This high-end hotel's old-fashioned approach to hospitality is an antidote to the overdesigned swarm of boutiques that have colonized the city in recent years."
Insight Guides
"A smart, comfortable hotel with a suitably colonial air in its decor and indulgences."
DK Eyewitness
"A 19th-century tobacco factory houses this chic hotel, which has retained some original fittings and combined them with 21st-century amenities."
Star Service
"This hotel combines today's chill-out vibe with yesterday's trendy townhouse style to create a rarefied refuge for well-to-do thirty- and fortysomethings." Full review
Fodor's
"Overlooking La Rambla, this imposing mansion, once the headquarters of the Compañiá General de Tabacos de Filipinas, couldn't be better located." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Guests get thoroughly modern pampering, with sterling service, plush rooms, a spa, and fine dining." Full review
Jetsetter
"Colonial-style boutique hotel right on La Rambla with a rooftop pool and a cave-like basement spa." Full review