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Hotel El Palace BarcelonavsMelia Barcelona Sarria
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, El Palace Hotel scores significantly better than Melia Barcelona Sarria. El Palace Hotel comes in at #17 in Barcelona with praise from 11 publications such as Lonely Planet, Condé Nast Traveler and Frommer'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
Melia Barcelona Sarria Frommer's Fodor's Star Service Oyster The Telegraph
Avenida de Sarria 50, 08029 Barcelona
From $144/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This long-established member of the illustrious Meliá chain offers a wide range of leisure and business amenities." Full review
Fodor's "Although the hotel is hardly convenient to the sights you come to Barcelona to see, its famous brunches are gigantic feasts." Full review
Star Service "The somewhat isolated Melia Barcelona is a brilliant option for those with business near or who don't mind being out by the CCIB convention center." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"With a modern high-rise feel and fully equipped on-site convention center... guest rooms have every amenity, and some have great city views." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"The Meliá Sarrià is squarely aimed at a business crowd, but is comfortable enough for tourists, with well-thought-out, modern rooms and a good-sized spa with sauna, Turkish bath and so on." Full review
