Barcelona

Both accommodations and dining facilities are first-rate, as you would expect from Mandarin Oriental, and the hotel also houses one of the finest and best-equipped spas in the city. — Frommer's

This top class hotel occupies a former bank building that has undergone a complete transformation. — Michelin Guide

The latest designer addition to Barcelona’s most prestigious avenue... the suites particularly, with their stunning bathrooms and private terraces, are among the finest in Barcelona. — Rough Guide

With a combination of hospitality and local character, this hotel provides guests with easy access to Barcelona's many attributes. — Gayot

A mid-19th century bank reinvented as a luxury hotel, the Mandarin Oriental Barcelona pushes the envelope on style and design in the heart of Barcelona’s main street. — Jetsetter

Hotel Omm is hard to beat. A suitable choice for business or leisure travelers, the hotel has all the amenities one would expect of a luxury property. — Oyster

Design meets plain zany here, where the balconies look like strips of skin peeled back from the shiny hotel surface. — Lonely Planet

In sharp contrast to many other Barcelona hotel properties, Hotel Omm is located in a futuristic modern building—the limestone façade looks like peeled back book pages. — Departures

A team of designers sought to create a playful-but-peaceful hotel, mirroring its name, and the result is this postmodern architectural stunner. — Fodor's

Hotel Omm has become an established pillar on Barcelona's hotel scene. A decade after its opening, restaurant and hospitality firm Grupo Tragaluz has restored its youthful spirit by... — Wallpaper

Although it is part of the Núñez i Navarro Hotels chain, the 1898 feels delightfully original, blending grand architectural features with quirky, colourful decor and a handsome colonial feel. — The Telegraph

Guests get thoroughly modern pampering, with sterling service, plush rooms, a spa, and fine dining. — Oyster

This high-end hotel's old-fashioned approach to hospitality is an antidote to the overdesigned swarm of boutiques that have colonized the city in recent years. — Concierge

A 19th-century tobacco factory houses this chic hotel, which has retained some original fittings and combined them with 21st-century amenities. — DK Eyewitness

The former Compañía de Tabacos Filipinas... has been resurrected as a luxury hotel, replete with idylic rooftop bar La Isabala. — Lonely Planet

This beachfront gem was designed by Ricardo Bofill. — Condé Nast Traveler

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. — Michelin Guide

Open-plan designer rooms have fantastic views through floor-to-ceiling windows, and facilities are first-rate. — Rough Guide

Popularly known as the Hotel Vela (the sail hotel) for its billowing form, this sumptuous five-star option enjoys unparalleled sea views. — DK Eyewitness

The 473-room W Barcelona is a luxury property that's enviably located on Barcelona's beach, close to the port. — Oyster

Expect "fantastic architecture," "a perfect location on the beach," and "stunning views" of sea and city from this 44-story glass-and-steel tower in the 1992 Olympic Village. — Condé Nast Traveler

A thoroughly modern-looking five-star hotel positioned right on the beach, the Arts is one of Barcelona's original luxury hotels. — The Telegraph

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. — Wallpaper

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. — Concierge

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. — Travel + Leisure

An intimate 18th-century palace that blends old-world romance with funky Catalan chic in medieval Barri Gotic. — Travel + Leisure

This tranquil hotel occupies a beautifully adapted, centuries-old building backing onto Plaça de Sant Felip Neri. — Lonely Planet

A delightful little hotel with only 22 rooms and housed in a 17th-century mansion. — The Telegraph

The hotel is gorgeously decorated with art and modern furnishings. — Oyster

A delightful eighteenth-century palace houses this stunning boutique hotel. — Rough Guide

Open since 1918, Hotel Majestic is ideally situated on Passeig de Gràcia, a short walk to Gaudí’s La Pedrera. — goop

This palatial hotel, open since 1918 on Passeig del Gràcia, is still owned by the Soldevila-Casals family. — Departures

This sprawling, central option has the charm of one of the great European hotels. — Lonely Planet

This hotel has been one of Barcelona's most visible landmarks since 1918, when it was built in this highly sought-after location just 10 minutes' stroll away from Plaça de Catalunya. — Frommer's

Located at Passeig de Gràcia in the heart of Barcelona, this 5-star luxury hotel is close to tourist attractions. — Condé Nast Traveler

The standard rooms are indeed a little Cramped, but full of designer twirls and a light, white and timber toned décor, all hidden behind an (often illuminated) 1892 façade. — Lonely Planet

The Hotel Cram is more spacious than its unfortunate name might indicate, with a bright, unpretentious design, a Michelin-starred restaurant and a rooftop bar with an enviable view. — The Telegraph

Modern masterpiece with a Michelin-starred restaurant and a buzzy rooftop pool in Barcelona’s Eixample quarter. — Jetsetter

The result is a cheerful avant-garde aesthetic with luxurious details such as high-pressure shower heads. — Fodor's

The name may be a bit off-putting, but rest assured the Cram isn’t crammed with anything except a very cool Barcelona crowd. — Condé Nast Traveler

This luxury hotel melds historic art deco charm with 21st-century designer sass. — Afar Magazine

The 147-room Grand Hotel Central is an upscale property located right on the border of the Gothic Quarter, within walking distance of major attractions and the subway. — Oyster

At the edge of the Gothic Quarter, very near the Barcelona cathedral, this fashionable midtown hideaway is popular with business and pleasure travelers alike. — Fodor's

With super-soundproofed rooms no smaller than 21 sq metres, this design hotel, complete with rooftop pool, is one of the standout hotel offerings along Via Laietana. — Lonely Planet

This large, elegant hotel has a great location close to the Gothic Quarter and Born. But the real draw is the stunning rooftop pool with spectacular views of the city. — DK Eyewitness

Large rooms with a contemporary feel and efficient service distinguish this hotel, splendidly located at the top end of La Rambla de Catalunya. — Lonely Planet

Building with a classical facade in the middle of Las Ramblas. The lobby is in a contemporary style, just like its simply decorated bedrooms. — Michelin Guide

Located on Barcelona's Rambla de Catalunya, The Hotel Murmuri is an urban boutique hotel and the sister property of the Majestic Hotel & Spa. — Gayot

Between its understated luxury, high-end finishes and prime location, it's no wonder that Murmuri hotel on the bustling Rambla de Catalunya in Barcelona’s Eixample district is beloved by... — Mr & Mrs Smith

If you want to stay in this well-heeled neighborhood, Murmuri is one of the few design-centric options. — Concierge

This chic, modern hotel is within walking distance of some of the city's best sights... a delicious restaurant, sexy rooftop lounge, and serene terrace are additional highlights. — Oyster

Situated on the wide shop-filled Passeig de Gràcia, this former private villa (1895) is one of Barcelona's most popular and glamorous quality hotels. — Frommer's

Classily turned out in contemporary style. — Rough Guide

The most attractive half of the Comtes (Condes) de Barcelona occupies the 1890s Modernista Casa Enric Batlló. — Lonely Planet

Former Belle Epoque palace with a Michelin-star restaurant and rooftop views of La Sagrada Familia. — Jetsetter

This sumptuous Modernista mansion, built in 1908–11, is one of Barcelona’s most luxurious hotels. — Lonely Planet

The Café Vienés—a hot spot for city intellectuals in the 1940s—has been re-created with plush velvet, silk cushions, and snaking sofas in warm, modern colors. — Concierge

The rooms and public spaces reinforce the Moderniste theme with Gaudí-designed chairs, trencadis (polychrome broken-tile mosaic) floors, and Art Nouveau–inspired lamps, door handles, and fixtures. — Fodor's

The 96 plush guestrooms are done up in shades of café con leche in this 1908 landmark building, the last designed by Lluis Domènech i Montaner. — Travel + Leisure

Blends sheer luxury with first-rate state-of-the-art amenities... Some of L'Eixample's very best shops and historical monuments are virtually on your doorstep. — Frommer's

A hip Barcelona sleep near La Rambla with a rooftop bar and pool and panoramic city views. — Jetsetter

Come here if you're looking for an edgier neighborhood in Barcelona (think NYC's Meatpacking District before it became totally gentrified). — Concierge

This hotel is a great place to start a visit to Barcelona: The food is good and the cocktails well made—but my personal favorite amenity is its fantastic outdoor pool. — Travel + Leisure

A popular choice among couples, the Raval may not be ideal for some families. — Oyster

Everyone is well cared for here, from hedonistic tourist to keep-fit enthusiast and business visitor. — Frommer's

East of Plaça de les Glòries, the Meliá hotel group's Me Barcelona has taken a serious run at the top end of the city's hotel scene. — Fodor's

The Melia Barcelona Sky is one of the most stylish hotels in the city, with contemporary design and vintage-chic decor. — Oyster

Friendly staff, a pool deck and Michelin-starred dining are available. — The Telegraph

It might not be smack bang in the Barri Gòtic, but the Hotel Me... is likely to attract design buffs east of the city center to the Diagonal Mar neighborhood. — Concierge

We couldn’t get over our room’s postcard-perfect views of the Sagrada Familia, the Agbar Tower, and the hills of Catalonia beyond. — Travel + Leisure

Located just off Paseo de Gracia, Claris is a mix of classic decor and a slightly hipster vibe. — goop

Inside the fine 19th-century Palacio Verdura lurks one of the city's best-known designer digs. — Lonely Planet

A former palace, the luxurious 124-room Hotel Claris is conveniently located... the gorgeous rooms are quiet and creative with Egyptian-inspired art objects and marble bathrooms. — Oyster

Very select five-star-deluxe hotel. — Rough Guide

Owned by notable art collector and Egyptologist Jordi Clos, Hotel Claris occupies Palacio Vedruna, an 18th-century palace that was remodeled in 1992. — Afar Magazine

A 16th-century palace with a rooftop pool and terrace between Barcelona's Gothic quarter and the old port. — Jetsetter

A refurbished 16th-century town house, this hotel on the port has a contemporary decor in soothing neutral tones. — Fodor's

The crowning glory of the Hotel Duquesa de Cardona is the rooftop terrace, with its navy blue-tiled plunge pool, cocktail bar and restaurant overlooking the yachts of the Port Vell. — The Telegraph

The Duquesa de Cardona is a boutique hotel that blends old-school charm with understated sophistication. — Oyster

The hotel occupies what was once a 19th-century palace, and many of its original Art Deco features have been preserved and mixed with elements of modern style to ensure maximum comfort. — Frommer's

For location, decor, and economy, this recently renovated Art Nouveau gem is rushing to the top of Barcelona's hotel offerings. — Fodor's

Set just off the Lower Rambla in an historic building constructed in 1902... Genial, hardworking staff are always eager to converse with non-Spanish-speaking visitors. — Frommer's

Pleasant lounge area with some historical details, plus comfortable, albeit rather small guestrooms with a contemporary design. — Michelin Guide

The velvet-swathed guest rooms with wooden accents are on the smalll side... yet it's the breathtaking public spaces that really shine. — Concierge

There is also a great food program on the property including a restaurant by Michelin-starred chef Martín Berasategui. — Oyster

Clearly aiming for the fashionista crowd, the hotel has everything an image-conscious urbanite needs, from a well-equipped gym to a happening rooftop lounge. — Condé Nast Traveler

A ravishing rooftop pool steals the show at Ohla Barcelona, a historic-goes-modern Barcelona stay whose neoclassical façade once housed a department store. Soft, minimalist interiors and... — Mr & Mrs Smith

This beautifully designed hotel gets almost everything right, from the top-notch service to the lovely rooftop terrace with pool and twinkling views of Montjuïc. — Lonely Planet

One of Barcelona's top new design hotels, the Ohla's neoclassical exterior... belies its avant-garde interior, full of witty, design-conscious touches. — Fodor's

Smart but understated, the Ohla provides all mod cons, along with plenty of luxuries – such as a clear-sided rooftop dipping pool – and places you right in the heart of the action. — The Telegraph

Arguably the city’s finest restaurant, Abac is now part of a boutique hotel with 15 gorgeous rooms stylishly decorated with contemporary minimalism. — DK Eyewitness

This uber-stylish new addition to Barcelona receives high marks for its beautifully designed rooms. — Lonely Planet

Intimate, uptown boutique style... perhaps the measure of the place is the personal-shopper service available for guests. — Rough Guide

After a long day on the town, you’ll be grateful for its relaxed vibe, soothing garden, and diminutive but capable spa. — Travel + Leisure

This exclusive 15-room luxury boutique hotel embodies contemporary style at its best, fitting right in in a city that treasures design. — Oyster

The famed Mallorcan shoemakers' first venture into hotel management, incorporating the aesthetics of design mecca Vinçon, has created an eco-friendly boutique hotel. — Insight Guides

The philosophy here is luxury-in-the-details and green living, which leads to lots of fun perks including a free 24-hour snack facility and bicycle rentals. — Fodor's

Camper, the hip Mallorca-based shoe company that’s built a reputation on a homely look and progressive environmental image, has a hit on its hands with its first hotel. — Condé Nast Traveler

The massive foyer looks like a contemporary-art museum, but the rooms are the real surprise. — Lonely Planet

A fun, informal and eco-friendly reimagining of the hotel experience, which eschews conventionally luxurious trappings but which cossets in unconventional ways. — The Telegraph