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Hotel El Palace BarcelonavsHotel Praktik Rambla
Both properties are endorsed by writers. On balance, El Palace Hotel ranks significantly better than Hotel Praktik Rambla. El Palace Hotel scores 84 with positive reviews from 11 sources like Michelin Guide, Fodor's and Jetsetter.
Hotel El Palace Barcelona
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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
Hotel Praktik Rambla Frommer's
Concierge
Insight Guides DK Eyewitness Oyster
Lonely Planet Michelin Guide
Rambla de Catalunya 27, 08007 Barcelona
From $70/night
- Free Internet
- Multilingual
- Business Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
Frommer's "The staff is friendly in the extreme, and if you're feeling peckish the contemporary, industrial-chic Piscolabis restaurant offers innovative tapas and nouveau Catalan dishes." Full review
Concierge "Like the Hotel España, the Praktik Rambla is another once-beautiful old mansion that has been given a design makeover."
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Avoid interior rooms—they're smaller and almost devoid of natural light.
Insight Guides "An amazingly stylish, fairly new hotel, making the most of the building’s modernista features but mixed with fresh, clean design."
DK Eyewitness "Original details, such as beautiful tiled floors and woodwork, have been preserved alongside modern amenities. Excellent central location."
Oyster Upscale
"Hstoric details are juxtaposed with modern finishes, including in the rooms with striking artwork... and cool bathrooms. There is a sunny reading room." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This Modernista gem hides a gorgeous little boutique number." Full review
Michelin Guide "The boutique hotel is located inside a striking 19th-century palace retaining many of its original details...guest rooms are compact and stylish, outfitted in minimalist décor." Full review
