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Hotel El Palace BarcelonavsDO Placa Reial powered by Sonder
El Palace Hotel and Hotel DO are both rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, El Palace Hotel scores significantly better than Hotel DO. El Palace Hotel comes in at #17 in Barcelona with praise from 11 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Jetsetter and Oyster.
Hotel El Palace Barcelona
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Condé Nast Traveler
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Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 668, 08010 Barcelona
From $352/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide Star
"This emblematic hotel... is steeped in tradition."
Frommer's "Formerly the legendary Ritz, and now a member of Spain's top HUSA chain, this Art Deco hotel... was totally refurbished in 2009 and now has a newly dazzling interior." Full review
Fodor's "Founded in 1919 by Caesar Ritz, this is the original Ritz, the grande dame of Barcelona hotels, renamed in 2005." Full review
Jetsetter "In the heart of the Catalonian capital, the El Palace hotel is Barcelona’s gilded grande dame, steps from Paseo de Gracia and Las Ramblas. First opened in the 1919 as the Ritz, its 2009..." Full review
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"The Palace oozes elegance and old-world charm." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Built in 1919, but renovated in 2004, this Eixample neighborhood hotel is near several major attractions: Las Ramblas, Passeig de Gràcia, The Picasso Museum, and Museum of Modern Art." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This deluxe hotel, is an emblem of tradition and style, with great service. The famous Restaurant Caelis offers an innovative gourmet menu."
Condé Nast Traveler "The El Palace... combines the requisite ornamentation of its origins with updating that both preserves its opulence and brings contemporary freshness to the traditional aesthetic." Full review
Star Service "The size, accommodations and sensational service offered create something of a fairytale moment for all who stay here." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Bedrooms are more restrained, with a subtly neo-classical feel. Eating and drinking options cover most needs and budgets, with the Caelis restaurant and Bluesman cocktail bar." Full review
DO Placa Reial powered by Sonder Fodor's Star Service Travel + Leisure Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
Placa Reial, 1, 08002 Barcelona
From $267/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Rooms have high ceilings with wooden beams, wide-plank wooden floors, touches of velvet, and an urban-rustic feel." Full review
Star Service "This compact and historic abode is tucked away in its own private square of the Gothic Quarter, giving guests a sense of finding their own secret hideaway from the maddening crowds." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located in one of Barcelona's most famous squares, la Plaça Reial, the Do Reial is the perfect hotel for a romantic getaway." Full review
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Its 18 rooms are prettily designed (and very popular; be sure to book well in advance), and there are three on-site restaurants—including a rooftop terrace that's fabulous in summer.
Condé Nast Traveler "Eighteen stylish rooms in the Plaça Reial, one of the most picturesque corners of the city." Full review
Lonely Planet "Overlooking the magnificent plaza for which it is named, this 18-room property has handsomely designed rooms with beamed ceilings, wide plank floors and all-important soundproofing." Full review
