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Hotel El Palace BarcelonavsHotel Primero Primera
Both properties are rated very highly by professionals. Overall, El Palace Hotel is the choice of most reviewers compared to Hotel Primero Primera. El Palace Hotel scores 81 with endorsements from 8 reviewers including Travel + Leisure, oyster.com and Fodor's.
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
Hotel Primero Primera Michelin Guide Fodor's Oyster
Wallpaper
Mr & Mrs Smith The Telegraph Michelin Guide
C/ Doctor Carulla 25-29, 08017 Barcelona
From $191/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide "Offers bedrooms with a contemporary look and some have a pleasant terrace."
Fodor's "The Perez family converted their apartment building on a leafy sidestreet in the quiet upscale residential neighborhood of Tres Torres." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The rooms have been compared to luxury apartments by some guests, with nice extras including an honesty bar and free snacks in the lobby." Full review
Wallpaper "Unwind, amongst the lush shrubbery that surrounds the garden pool, or enjoy a cocktail from the hotel’s honesty bar, before heading into town, a mere 10 minutes away." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Situated on a peaceful corner in lively Barcelona, the family-run Primero Primera hotel wears its Fifties-inspired glamour with pride." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"The 30-room Primero Primera, in Barcelona’s exclusive Tres Torres neighbourhood, offers guests an intimate glimpse at upscale city living." Full review
Michelin Guide "This is the kind of effortlessly charming boutique that’s got all the requisite modern trappings...the airy guest rooms are great places to hole up for long stretches." Full review
