palamoh Posted March 15, 2018 #1 Share Posted March 15, 2018 I am sure I read in a previous thread recommendations for a Hotel in Barcelona, but I can’t seem to find it. I know this forum has many seasoned travelers that have stayed in Barcelona. Could anyone please give me your recommendations. I know I can count on you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimandStan Posted March 15, 2018 #2 Share Posted March 15, 2018 Most people recommend the Arts: https://www.hotelartsbarcelona.com/en/ Location cant be beaten, one could literally walk to and from the ship, and if you're careful with the room that you choose, the prices can be a very pleasant surprise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ann1bell Posted March 15, 2018 #3 Share Posted March 15, 2018 You can get more info on the European port of call forum. We love the K and K Hotel Picasso. It is a rather new hotel with no smoking, free wonderful breakfast and great service. The staff speaks perfect English. It is located near the zoo which is a quieter area than the Las Ramblas area. It is also near the El Born with great restaurants. Enjoy your trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChappChapp Posted March 15, 2018 #4 Share Posted March 15, 2018 The Majestic and the W are both great hotels. The Majestic is right in the center of Las Ramblas within walking distance of a great many sites. The W is on the beach with fantastic views. Stayed in both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boerneDQ Posted March 15, 2018 #5 Share Posted March 15, 2018 Hotel Gaudi and Hotel Jazz are also very good, with Horel Gaudi less than a block off Las Ramblas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orchestrapal Posted March 15, 2018 #6 Share Posted March 15, 2018 As Jim and Stan wrote, the ARTS is fantastic and in a wonderful location with large rooms, fantastic service, food and ocean and city views. Personally we would never consider the area right around or on Las Ramblas to be a good one after many visits to Barcelona Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bitob Posted March 15, 2018 #7 Share Posted March 15, 2018 Here’s another Catalonia catedral. Great location. We loved it Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB Posted March 15, 2018 #8 Share Posted March 15, 2018 Most people recommend the Arts:https://www.hotelartsbarcelona.com/en/ Location cant be beaten, one could literally walk to and from the ship, and if you're careful with the room that you choose, the prices can be a very pleasant surprise. Love the Arts, but would be hard pressed to walk to the port from there. Probable a couple of miles and not in a straight line either. Love Port Olympic area by the beach. Much to do there and the hop on bus stops on the corner. Prices are a little high but worth it. :):):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmjh Posted March 15, 2018 #9 Share Posted March 15, 2018 If you like great, little boutique hotels - The 5 Rooms. It's about 1 1/2 blocks from Placa de Catalunya (hub for the HOHO buses and others). Terrific little hotel that gets high ratings all over the internet ... and lots of pictures. Do a Google search. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tropicalkerry2002 Posted March 15, 2018 #10 Share Posted March 15, 2018 and if you are looking for a clean economic hotel in a great location to sleep and shower in, we were very pleased with Arc La Rambla. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawaiidan Posted March 16, 2018 #11 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I am sure I read in a previous thread recommendations for a Hotel in Barcelona, but I can’t seem to find it. I know this forum has many seasoned travelers that have stayed in Barcelona. Could anyone please give me your recommendations. I know I can count on you. After 40 years of international travel I have learned a few things one is about hotels. For the past 20 years I have standardized on ONE brand whether in Turlock CA to Singapore.... Go with Marriott... they are the largest hotel co and now took over Sheraton too. You can rely on what ever Marriott hotel you pick to be consistent in quality, service and comfort. The bed is fantastic. So I will say with confidence, anything Marriott anywhere is going to be one of the best and best value. whether it is ther economy Fairfield or Ritz Carlton ( oh yes the Ritz is part of marriott) ( and you can earn points if your a guest) In Barcelona....Marriott, In Nice, Marriott, Paris, Vienna, Singapore..... Marriott.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PatriciaF Posted March 16, 2018 #12 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Thought I would check out the Hotel Arts--it is owned by Marriott! Right now we have reservations at Catalonia Hotel Catalunya. Good central location by Plaza Catalunya and has car rental on site. We plan to rent a car for a day or two so having that service on site was a plus. It also has a room rate of around 125 euro, but breakfast not included. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyrose Posted March 16, 2018 #13 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I am sure I read in a previous thread recommendations for a Hotel in Barcelona, but I can’t seem to find it. I know this forum has many seasoned travelers that have stayed in Barcelona. Could anyone please give me your recommendations. I know I can count on you.We've stayed at El Palace and liked it quite a bit. It's a bit removed from the tourist areas, which was fine with us. In past threads I've seen lots of recommendations for the hotel 1898. Perhaps that's the one you were thinking of? Sent from my SM-G900T using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB Posted March 16, 2018 #14 Share Posted March 16, 2018 After 40 years of international travel I have learned a few things one is about hotels. For the past 20 years I have standardized on ONE brand whether in Turlock CA to Singapore.... Go with Marriott... they are the largest hotel co and now took over Sheraton too. You can rely on what ever Marriott hotel you pick to be consistent in quality, service and comfort. The bed is fantastic. So I will say with confidence, anything Marriott anywhere is going to be one of the best and best value. whether it is ther economy Fairfield or Ritz Carlton ( oh yes the Ritz is part of marriott) ( and you can earn points if your a guest) In Barcelona....Marriott, In Nice, Marriott, Paris, Vienna, Singapore..... Marriott.. Except in Chicago. The Ritz Carlton there is not part of Marriott, but owned I think by Four Seasons. Don't know why or how. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawaiidan Posted March 16, 2018 #15 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Except in Chicago. The Ritz Carlton there is not part of Marriott, but owned I think by Four Seasons. Don't know why or how. However the Chicago Marriott has an astounding exec lounge....and service Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPacificbound Posted March 17, 2018 #16 Share Posted March 17, 2018 In Barcelona we stay here.... http://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/spain/hilton-diagonal-mar-barcelona-BCNDMHI/index.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB Posted March 17, 2018 #17 Share Posted March 17, 2018 However the Chicago Marriott has an astounding exec lounge....and service I am sure it is great, but not Ritz Carlton. Just saying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dd likes to cruise Posted March 17, 2018 #18 Share Posted March 17, 2018 Thought I would check out the Hotel Arts--it is owned by Marriott! Right now we have reservations at Catalonia Hotel Catalunya. Good central location by Plaza Catalunya and has car rental on site. We plan to rent a car for a day or two so having that service on site was a plus. It also has a room rate of around 125 euro, but breakfast not included. In Barcelona, our favorite thing is to visit one of the small bakeries for breakfast. So having it oftered by the hotel is not important to us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palamoh Posted March 18, 2018 Author #19 Share Posted March 18, 2018 I am so very pleased with your responses to this thread, I am checking out Hotel by Hotel based on your recommendations. Thanks so much, I knew I could count on Oceania’s seasoned Travelers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triplestar Posted March 18, 2018 #20 Share Posted March 18, 2018 In 2012 we stayed at the Hotel Colon. It is situated opposite the Gothic Cathedral with good reasonably priced Spanish restaurants(ie local Spanish were eating there) in the Cathedral Square It had very helpful staff, clean comfortable rooms and was close to a Hop on Hop off bus stop. I would stay there again. We didn't have any meals there preferring the nearby cafes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warburg Posted March 18, 2018 #21 Share Posted March 18, 2018 (edited) In 2012 we stayed at the Hotel Colon. It is situated opposite the Gothic Cathedral with good reasonably priced Spanish restaurants(ie local Spanish were eating there) in the Cathedral Square It had very helpful staff, clean comfortable rooms and was close to a Hop on Hop off bus stop. I would stay there again. We didn't have any meals there preferring the nearby cafes. Greetings from South Beach, triplestar. We also stay at the Hotel Colon. Our last visit was last year, when we sailed on Explorer's Spring TA to Barcelona. It is our hotel of choice in Barcelona because the location is perfect for us. We get a room overlooking the plaza, and the view is charming. It is easy to find places to dine in the area. If any of you are interested in beading, we found an area in the shopping center that has great stuff. Shops there carried everything, at least they did last April, and at all price levels. Who knew? Mary Edited March 18, 2018 by warburg Spacing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare travelberlin Posted March 19, 2018 #22 Share Posted March 19, 2018 Have a look at El Palace Hotel, it used to be the Ritz. Another Hotel with charme, that could be interesting is the Brummell. Have a look at trip advisor for reviews. Ivi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tansy Mews Posted March 19, 2018 #23 Share Posted March 19, 2018 It would be useful if the OP gave a price range or a max price. The recommendations, while lovely, are much too expensive for just a safe convenient place to sleep, imo! I prefer to spend my money on more nights away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgesGal Posted March 19, 2018 #24 Share Posted March 19, 2018 Hotel 1898 for us. Beautiful property; just don't book a room facing LaRambla! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sitraveler Posted March 19, 2018 #25 Share Posted March 19, 2018 I've stayed at the Continental on Las Rambla and Continental Palace above the Playa Catalona. Clean, convenient for touring, and 24 hour buffet. Reasonably priced To each their own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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