A grand dame on the Gran Via, opened in 1919, with classic opulence, a rooftop pool and a storied bar.
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The verdict
Worth the stay for…
Great for
If you've only got a day
Couples
Solo travellers
Photographers
Romantics
Anyone here to unwind
Depends
Travellers on a budget
Families with kids
History & culture buffs
Not for
—
Worth it for if you've only got a day, couples and solo travellers.
The location trade-off
What you're near — and what you're not
Walkable
Passeig de Gràcia & Gaudí sights
Plaça Catalunya & transit
Gothic Quarter (walkable)
Cut off from
The beach (taxi or metro)
A trendy, design-led scene — this is classic, not contemporary
Rooms & rate
What you're paying for
Rooms range from elegant classics to grand suites, including a famous tower suite. The rate includes the grande-dame service, rooftop pool and a central address; the catch is a traditional aesthetic and top-tier pricing that won't suit travelers after a modern boutique feel.
Why we say this
Insider secrets & local vibes
The 1919 grandeur, rooftop pool and classic service make it a timeless, elegant base in the heart of the city.
Not independently verified — estimated
The style is traditional and formal — gorgeous if you want a grand dame, but not if you're after contemporary or boutique design.
Not independently verified — estimated
What it feels like
Reading the room, traveller by traveller
As a couple
A romantic, old-world splurge with a rooftop pool and a famously good bar downstairs.
Multigenerational
Spacious, classic and well-serviced — a comfortable grand base for a multi-generation trip.
Good to know
Before you go
Cost
€€€€ from ~€450/night
Last verified
2026-06-17
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