Grand Hotel CentralvsSerras Barcelona
Both Grand Hotel Central and Hotel The Serras are recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Grand Hotel Central is the choice of most reviewers compared to Hotel The Serras. Grand Hotel Central comes in at 89 with accolades from 15 reviews such as Frommer's, Star Service and Time Out.
Grand Hotel Central Show All Reviews
Via Laietana 30, 8003 Barcelona
From $306/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Rough Guide
Star
"It might be on one of the city’s noisiest thoroughfares, but the soundproofing does its job handsomely in this wham-glam designer hotel beloved of all the style mags."
Michelin Guide
"This contemporary hotel emphasizes modern design and functionality."
Frommer's
"Avant-garde and with an astute blend of hedonistic and practical amenities, this dazzling 1920s' office conversion... is one of the latest fashionable hostelries to hit town." Full review
Fodor's
"At the edge of the Gothic Quarter, very near the Barcelona cathedral, this fashionable midtown hideaway is popular with business and pleasure travelers alike." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The 147-room Grand Hotel Central is an upscale property located right on the border of the Gothic Quarter, within walking distance of major attractions and the subway." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This large, elegant hotel has a great location close to the Gothic Quarter and Born. But the real draw is the stunning rooftop pool with spectacular views of the city."
Condé Nast Traveler
"With a relaxed atmosphere, this 147-room hotel in the heart of Barcelona—everything seems a ten-minute walk from the front door—is hip without the attitude." Full review
Star Service
"The beautiful streamlined tile and marble baths are perhaps the highlights, bright and blessed with good toiletry kits from Gilchrist & Soames, robes, flip flops, hair dryers and magnifying mirrors." Full review
Afar Magazine
"This luxury hotel melds historic art deco charm with 21st-century designer sass." Full review
Time Out
"Charming Born hotel with one of the best pools in the city on its roof." Full review
Serras Barcelona Show All Reviews
Passeig de Colom, 9, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
From $215/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
"Opened January 2015. Formerly housed Picasso's work studio. Michelin Star Chef Marc Gascons." Full review
Wallpaper
"Located in Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, with views of the swish new Marina Port Vell, The Serras hotel neatly sums up the city’s breezy attitude." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The chic, 30-room Hotel The Serras offers modern luxuries in an intimate, boutique setting that’s surrounded by one of the Gothic Quarter’s most popular areas." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This elegant five star hotel is one the newest additions to Barcelona's excellent hotel scene." Full review
Fodor's
"Ideally located for exploring the Born-Ribera district, Barceloneta and the port, the Serras is a short walk as well to the Ramblas and the Barí Gotic." Full review
Jetsetter
"Sleek 30-room boutique on the site of Picasso's first studio, with a rooftop pool and a restaurant helmed by a Michelin-starred chef." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A fresh and funky five-star that has every comfort – including a rooftop bar with a small dipping pool and a terrific view over the port – but never feels stuffy." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Sunny, friendly and supremely comfortable, The Serras is one of a new breed of stylish and unstuffy five-stars changing the face of the Barcelona hotel scene." Full review
Departures
"The interiors feel more like a New York loft than a turn of the century mansion, incorporating industrial elements like iron lights and bookcases, hardwood floors and geometric-patterned tile work." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Smiley staff rush to hold open the double-height door that leads to a light-filled entrance lobby with wooden floors, mirrored walls and bright pops of colour." Full review