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W BarcelonavsEl Avenida Palace
Both W Barcelona and Hotel El Avenida Palace are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, W Barcelona ranks significantly better than Hotel El Avenida Palace. W Barcelona is ranked #4 in Barcelona with praise from 16 publications like Travel + Leisure, DK Eyewitness and Lonely Planet.
W Barcelona
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Concierge
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Afar Magazine
Oyster
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Placa de la Rosa dels Vents, 1, 08039 Barcelona
From $290/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide Star
"Open-plan designer rooms have fantastic views through floor-to-ceiling windows, and facilities are first-rate."
Michelin Guide "This hotel designed by Ricardo Bofill is located in the city's port area. It comprises of two glass bui ldings: one a cube, the other a huge sail rising impressively above the Mediterranean."
Concierge "At 26 stories high, architect Ricardo Bofill's glass-clad, sail-shaped W Barcelona hotel is a real head-turner... The most beach-minded of all of Barcelona's hotels."
Fodor's "Features throughout the hotel, such as the infinity-edge WET pool, a Bliss spa, and the Whatever/Whenever Service, add to the lush trappings." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Popularly known as the Hotel Vela (the sail hotel) for its billowing form, this sumptuous five-star option enjoys unparalleled sea views."
Star Service "It raises eyebrows with its colorful, cutting-edge style and boisterous built-in social scene. This place makes quite a splash among well-heeled, young gallivanters." Full review
Gayot "With a Bliss Spa, a SWEAT fitness center and a WET outdoor heated pool, this destination is rife with signature features of the W hotel chain."
Afar Magazine "Only steps away from Barcelona's Barceloneta beach, the W Barcelona, has more to offer proximity to Barcelona's beach and port." Full review
Oyster Romantic
"The 473-room W Barcelona is a luxury property that's enviably located on Barcelona's beach, close to the port." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This beachfront gem was designed by Ricardo Bofill." Full review
El Avenida Palace
Insight Guides
Lonely Planet Star Service Fodor's
The Telegraph
Frommer's
Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 605, 08007 Barcelona
From $64/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Insight Guides "Classic old-world gilt and chandeliers at new-world prices. You can even stay where The Beatles slept on their one visit to the city in 1965."
Lonely Planet "Every room, even the least expensive on offer, is full of restrained charm, with dark wood furniture and blood-red carpets." Full review
Star Service "Generally high standards and roomy accommodations keep its roster of midrange international visitors coming back for more." Full review
Fodor's "A minute's walk from Plaça Catalunya and the Passeig de Gràcia, this hotel earns top marks for location—and for nostalgia." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"This palatial Art Deco hotel is situated right in the heart of Barcelona and offers first-class urban living." Full review
Frommer's "Although it was actually constructed in 1952, it manages to evoke an old-world sense of charm." Full review
