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Fairmont Barcelona Rey Juan Carlos Ivschic&basic Born Boutique Hotel
Both Fairmont Rey Juan Carlos I and chic&basic Born Boutique Hotel are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Fairmont Rey Juan Carlos I scores slightly better than chic&basic Born Boutique Hotel. Fairmont Rey Juan Carlos I comes in at 82 with recommendations from 9 sources including Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Star Service.
Fairmont Barcelona Rey Juan Carlos I
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Fodor's
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
Avenida Diagonal 661 - 671, 08028 Barcelona
From $132/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This five-star competes effectively with other legendary top-notch hostelries such as El Palace, Claris, and Hotel Arts." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This massive complex includes a vast private garden and a conference hall for up to 2,500 people. The spacious rooms are sumptuously decorated in a contemporary style."
Star Service "It is one of the largest and most well-rounded hotels in Barcelona, a virtual resort, but its overt commercial tendencies and isolated location scare away most tourists. " Full review
Fodor's "This skyscraper is an exciting commercial complex as well as a luxury hotel, with sleek, contemporary rooms."
Jetsetter "A seriously stylish resort, boasting gourmet dining, an impressive fitness center and an award-winning spa." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"An uncompromisingly luxurious urban resort set in 25,000 square metres of landscaped gardens. First-class dining and leisure facilities make for a thoroughly relaxing stay." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This lush garden resort hotel is about 20 minutes from Barcelona’s tourist mayhem—perfect for those seeking serenity now." Full review
Lonely Planet "Like an ultramodern lighthouse at this southwest gateway to the city, the glass towers of this luxury megahotel hold more than 400 spacious rooms, most with stunning views" Full review
chic&basic Born Boutique Hotel
Rough Guide Frommer's Lonely Planet
Oyster The Telegraph Lonely Planet Fodor's
Calle Princesa, 50, 08003 Barcelona
From $53/night
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
- Multilingual
- Business Center
Rough Guide Star
"The 31 rooms mix glamour and comfort with laugh-aloud conceits like adjustable moodlighting, sashaying plastic curtains and mirrored walls."
Frommer's "The one- or two-bedroom apartments have fully equipped kitchens and access to a small terrace as well as truly gorgeous bathrooms with power showers." Full review
Lonely Planet "This is a very cool hotel indeed, with its 31 spotlessly white rooms and fairy-lights curtains that change colour, adding an entirely new atmosphere to the space." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The convenient on-site bar and restaurant plus a sexy, design-forward style make this hotel a good value and fit for younger tourists, particularly couples." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"If you don't need a great deal of space, but you do need a touch of style in your surroundings, the Chic&Basic chain is just for you." Full review
Lonely Planet "This is a very cool hotel indeed, with its 31 spotlessly white rooms and fairy-light curtains that change colour, adding an entirely new atmosphere to the space." Full review
Fodor's "The Chic & Basic is a hit with young hipsters looking for the combo package of splashy design with affordable prices." Full review
