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Hotel Arts BarcelonavsHilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hotel Arts Barcelona ranks significantly better than Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona. Hotel Arts Barcelona comes in at 96 with praise from 19 reviews such as Wallpaper, Afar Magazine and Concierge.
Hotel Arts Barcelona
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Concierge
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
Wallpaper Show All Reviews
Marina 19 - 21, 08005 Barcelona
From $217/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide "Effortlessly classy rooms feature enormous marble bathrooms and fabulous views, while stunning duplex apartments have their own perks."
Michelin Guide Star
"Splendid hotel... Arola is renowned for its top quality cuisine."
Frommer's "The decor is contemporary and the spacious, well-equipped guest rooms have built-in furnishings; generous desk space; and large, sumptuous beds." Full review
Concierge "This hotel... has a lot to thank for its reputation: the best service in town, world-class restaurants, a Six Senses rooftop spa that's a shrine to pleasure with 43rd-floor views."
Insight Guides "Its ranking as the hotel with the highest profile on the seafront thas been challenged by the new W hotel, but it is still a favourite with celebs."
DK Eyewitness "Barcelona’s grande dame five-star hotel is mere steps from the sea, with ample, sumptuous rooms and top-notch eating places. The first-floor, outdoor pool has stunning views."
Star Service "This gleaming 44-story glass and steel beacon of luxury sits directly on the Olympic harbor across from the Mapfre Tower." Full review
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Nearly all of the staffers speak English and a number of other languages, and they greet even the most difficult request with smiles and a desire to help.
Travel + Leisure "Stay in this tower of blue glass and steel that rises 44 stories in Port Olímpic (the Olympic Port) with stunning views of the city, water, and Frank Gehry's Fish sculpture." Full review
Afar Magazine "As the name suggests, this soaring 44-story hotel from the Ritz-Carlton brand, is peppered with high-end artwork...But there’s much more to the hotel than paintings and sculptures." Full review
Wallpaper "The 30th floor of Barcelona’s Hotel Arts is home to a new suite offering the most dramatic views of the Mediterranean Sea, as well as the city." Full review
Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona Michelin Guide
Oyster Travel + Leisure Star Service
Time Out Afar Magazine
Passeig del Taulat 262 - 264, 08019 Barcelona
From $161/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide "Located near the Forum, the Hilton is a popular conference venue."
Oyster Upscale
"There are 433 guest rooms at this smart four-pearl hotel in Barcelona’s Sant Marti neighborhood, a five-minute walk from the beach." Full review
Travel + Leisure "It has an incredible pool, rooms that are large and cozy, fantastic sea views, and access to the beach." Full review
Star Service "Cruise-ship layovers, conferences and groups get great deals. And proximity to transportation proves convenient and creates considerable cost savings." Full review
Time Out "If you're looking for a place to stay that offers comfort and style, the Hilton Diagonal Mar is an excellent choice." Full review
Afar Magazine "I love Barcelona. In fact this was one on the few times I have ever felt deep regret when leaving a city for home. Most of you have read that I also love Hilton as a brand. And the Hilton..." Full review
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Our wake up call came exactly at the specified time (I always ask for a backup to my phone alarm), and the front office manager even walked us out to make sure our cab was waiting.
