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Hotel El Palace Barcelona vs Allegro Barcelona
Both El Palace Hotel and Room Mate Emma are praised by expert reviewers. On balance, El Palace Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Room Mate Emma. El Palace Hotel ranks #23 in Barcelona with approval from 10 sources such as Andrew Harper, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.
Hotel El Palace Barcelona
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
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Jetsetter
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Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 668, 08010 Barcelona
From $352 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
Star
"This emblematic hotel... is steeped in tradition."
Frommer's
"Formerly the legendary Ritz, and now a member of Spain's top HUSA chain, this Art Deco hotel... was totally refurbished in 2009 and now has a newly dazzling interior."
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Fodor's
"Founded in 1919 by Caesar Ritz, this is the original Ritz, the grande dame of Barcelona hotels, renamed in 2005."
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Jetsetter
"In the heart of the Catalonian capital, the El Palace hotel is Barcelona’s gilded grande dame, steps from Paseo de Gracia and Las Ramblas. First opened in the 1919 as the Ritz, its 2009..."
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Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"The Palace oozes elegance and old-world charm."
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Travel + Leisure
"Built in 1919, but renovated in 2004, this Eixample neighborhood hotel is near several major attractions: Las Ramblas, Passeig de Gràcia, The Picasso Museum, and Museum of Modern Art."
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DK Eyewitness
"This deluxe hotel, is an emblem of tradition and style, with great service. The famous Restaurant Caelis offers an innovative gourmet menu."
Condé Nast Traveler
"The El Palace... combines the requisite ornamentation of its origins with updating that both preserves its opulence and brings contemporary freshness to the traditional aesthetic."
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Star Service
"The size, accommodations and sensational service offered create something of a fairytale moment for all who stay here."
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The Telegraph
9.0
"Bedrooms are more restrained, with a subtly neo-classical feel. Eating and drinking options cover most needs and budgets, with the Caelis restaurant and Bluesman cocktail bar."
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Allegro Barcelona
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
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Carrer Rossello 205, Eixample, 08008 Barcelona
From $119 /night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Family Friendly
- Multilingual
Rough Guide
"Undeniably appealing bareboneschic rooms and suites at realistic uptown prices."
Frommer's
"The newest addition to Barcelona's homely and innovative chain of Room Mate hostelries, this one is located in the heart of L'Eixample, close to the shopper's haven of Passeig de Gràcia."
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Fodor's
"Operating under the motto "daring, cheerful, creative," the Emma's pivotal location allows easy walking to almost everything in Barcelona."
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Oyster
Mid-Range
"A cool pick for tourists visiting Barcelona and wanting to stay in a "design" hotel."
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Travel + Leisure
"The Spain-based chain of Room Mate hotels is famous around Europe for their combination of good design and affordable pricing."
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The Telegraph
7.0
"Anyone familiar with the funky Room Mate chain won’t be disappointed with Emma, a relaxed, hip place that endeavours to provide guests with the perfect stay at a more-than-reasonable price."
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The Telegraph
7.0
"A relaxed, hip place that endeavours to provide guests with the perfect stay at a more-than-reasonable price. Touches such as jelly beans in the rooms make all the difference."
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