Grand Hotel CentralvsMelia Barcelona Sky
Both Melia Barcelona Sky and Grand Hotel Central are praised by expert writers. Overall, Grand Hotel Central ranks significantly better than Melia Barcelona Sky. Grand Hotel Central comes in at #7 in Barcelona with approval from 15 reviews including Mr & Mrs Smith, Michelin Guide and Condé Nast Traveler.
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
Melia Barcelona Sky Show All Reviews
Pere IV, 272 286, 08005 Barcelona
From $115/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
Star
"It has a modern lobby with designer details, a lounge-bar, and contemporary bedrooms all with views."
Frommer's
"This cutting-edge, 24-story hotel is one of the best equipped for both leisure and business travelers." Full review
Concierge
"It might not be smack bang in the Barri Gòtic, but the Hotel Me... is likely to attract design buffs east of the city center to the Diagonal Mar neighborhood."
Fodor's
"East of Plaça de les Glòries, the Meliá hotel group's Me Barcelona has taken a serious run at the top end of the city's hotel scene." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The Melia Barcelona Sky is one of the most stylish hotels in the city, with contemporary design and vintage-chic decor." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"We couldn’t get over our room’s postcard-perfect views of the Sagrada Familia, the Agbar Tower, and the hills of Catalonia beyond." Full review
Gayot
"A hotel for business professionals, world travelers and trend setters, the ME Barcelona follows in the footsteps of its predecessor."
Lonely Planet
"This daring, slim tower, designed by Dominique Perrault, is made from two filigree slabs of glass. It overlooks Jean Nouvel’s Parc del Centre del Poblenou and offers designer digs." Full review
Star Service
"Built with business travelers in mind, this thoroughly modern minstrel is a siren of sorts, luring tech-hungry travelers with a well-defined fashion sense." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Friendly staff, a pool deck and Michelin-starred dining are available." Full review