Hotel Barcelona CatedralvsFairmont Barcelona Rey Juan Carlos I
Both properties are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Fairmont Rey Juan Carlos I is preferred by most professionals compared to Hotel Barcelona Catedral. Fairmont Rey Juan Carlos I is ranked #30 in Barcelona with positive reviews from 9 sources including Oyster, Frommer's and DK Eyewitness.
Hotel Barcelona Catedral
Capellans, 4, 08002 Barcelona
From $184/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Behind the modern facade is a contemporary hotel that stands out for its high class decor and guestrooms equipped with all mod cons."
Oyster
Upscale
"Hotel Barcelona Catedral is a contemporary find in the city's Gothic Quarter, where winding streets and narrow alleys lead to distinctive Roman-style buildings." Full review
Star Service
"This unpretentious option is a straightforward, uncomplicated boutique-hotel with a recently revised look that could just as likely have been driven by function as by a sense of modern fashion." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A cheerful, smart hotel that could not be more central, with a uniformly good standard of service, comfort and dining." Full review
Time Out
"With an incredible location, real attention to detail, and newly refurbished rooms, the Barcelona Catedral hotel is a fantastic choice for getting the most out of a trip to the city." Full review
Fairmont Barcelona Rey Juan Carlos I
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 Telegraph
9.0
"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