Melia Barcelona SarriavsFairmont Barcelona Rey Juan Carlos I
Both hotels are praised by experts. Overall, Fairmont Rey Juan Carlos I is preferred by most writers compared to Melia Barcelona Sarria. Fairmont Rey Juan Carlos I ranks #30 in Barcelona with accolades from 9 sources like Star Service, Frommer's and Jetsetter.
Melia Barcelona Sarria
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 Telegraph
7.0
"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
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