Hotel CramvsGrand Hotel Central
Both hotels are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, Grand Hotel Central ranks slightly better than Hotel Cram. Grand Hotel Central scores 89 with recommendations from 15 publications including Mr & Mrs Smith, Star Service and Condé Nast Traveler.
Hotel Cram
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Carrer D'aribau 54, 08011 Barcelona
From $1,181/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star
"Although the guestrooms are on the small side, this is counter balanced by cutting edge technology and the superb contemporary interior the work of several famous designers."
"This eminently stylish addition to the hip Barcelona scene is not as crowded as its name implies, and has a special appeal to cool 30-somethings." Full review
"The result is a cheerful avant-garde aesthetic with luxurious details such as high-pressure shower heads." Full review
"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." Full review
Upscale
"The Cram hotel is chic and colorful, with more style than a lot of competing properties." Full review
18.6
"Architecturally-minded visitors to Barcelona can’t help but have high expectations these days — it seems every building is either an ultra-modern masterpiece or a centuries-old treasure." Full review
99.6
"The name may be a bit off-putting, but rest assured the Cram isn’t crammed with anything except a very cool Barcelona crowd." Full review
"Situated right in the heart of the Eixample, Hotel Cram is well-positioned for shopping and nightlife." Full review
"Modern masterpiece with a Michelin-starred restaurant and a buzzy rooftop pool in Barcelona’s Eixample quarter." Full review
"Close to the University of Barcelona, this design-minded property in the Eixample neighborhood is also close to Casa Mila and La Sagrada Familia." Full review
Grand Hotel Central
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Via Laietana 30, 8003 Barcelona
From $306/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Star
"It might be on one of the city’s noisiest thoroughfares, but the soundproofing does its job handsomely in this wham-glam designer hotel beloved of all the style mags."
"This contemporary hotel emphasizes modern design and functionality."
"Avant-garde and with an astute blend of hedonistic and practical amenities, this dazzling 1920s' office conversion... is one of the latest fashionable hostelries to hit town." Full review
"At the edge of the Gothic Quarter, very near the Barcelona cathedral, this fashionable midtown hideaway is popular with business and pleasure travelers alike." Full review
Luxury
"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." Full review
19.0
"Spacious, cool and clutter-free, the Grand Hotel Central melds the scale and efficiency of a business hotel with the textures and colors of a city-center boutique hotel." Full review
"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."
"With a relaxed atmosphere, this 147-room hotel in the heart of Barcelona—everything seems a ten-minute walk from the front door—is hip without the attitude." Full review
"The beautiful streamlined tile and marble baths are perhaps the highlights, bright and blessed with good toiletry kits from Gilchrist & Soames, robes, flip flops, hair dryers and magnifying mirrors." Full review
"This luxury hotel melds historic art deco charm with 21st-century designer sass." Full review