Hotel Ciutat de BarcelonavsLe Meridien Barcelona
Hotel Ciutat de Barcelona and Le Meridien Barcelona are both praised by professionals. On balance, Le Meridien Barcelona ranks significantly higher than Hotel Ciutat de Barcelona. Le Meridien Barcelona ranks #20 in Barcelona with approval from 6 reviewers like Rough Guide, Frommer's and The Telegraph.
Hotel Ciutat de Barcelona
Princesa 33 - 35, 08003 Barcelona
From $120/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide
"Contemporary elegance at three-star prices."
Concierge
"There are some great perks... not least of which is its location on the edge of the chic El Born district, and a rooftop sundeck and pool overlooking the medieval quarter."
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The stylish Hotel Ciutat de Barcelona offers a great location in the buzzing El Born district, which is known for its trendy bars and cafes." Full review
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The Telegraph
8.0
"The unpretentious but friendly Ciutat de Barcelona offers the facilities you would expect of a hotel, with a decent restaurant, well-staffed reception and...a funky pool area." Full review
Frommer's
"A bargain-priced design hotel for grown-ups, the Ciutat Barcelona has a soothing contemporary look to its rooms, including chairs and light fixtures...spaces are compact but well-designed." Full review
Le Meridien Barcelona
Ramblas 111, 08002 Barcelona
From $238/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"A bigmoney makeover for the five-star Méridien, one of the highend Ramblas stalwarts, has sharpened up both rooms and public areas."
Frommer's
"Elegantly renovated in recent years, this is the finest hotel in the Ciutat Vella, as the long roster of internationally famous guests testifies." Full review
Fodor's
"Le Méridien vies with the Rivoli Ramblas as the premier hotel in the Rambla area." Full review
Star Service
"In a prime location, between the evocative Gothic Quarters and the lively Ramblas, this is one of the best all-around hotels in the city—chic, well-staffed and centrally located, yet smartly hidden." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Location is the major draw at this La Rambla property." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 231-room Le Meridien Barcelona is a chic upscale property situated right on Barcelona's Las Ramblas." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Reasonably luxurious but unpretentious, the Méridien is comfortable but not frilly." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Grand Terrace and Panoramic Suites are your best bet here, just off Las Ramblas, for great views of the city and small slice of outdoor peace and quiet.
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