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Grand Hotel Central vs Le Meridien Barcelona

Both hotels are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Grand Hotel Central scores significantly better than Le Meridien Barcelona. Grand Hotel Central comes in at #7 in Barcelona with recommendations from 15 reviewers including Oyster, Fodor's and Star Service.

Grand Hotel Central
Grand Hotel Central
8 / 10
Via Laietana 30, 8003 Barcelona
From $306 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
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."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"This contemporary hotel emphasizes modern design and functionality."
Frommer's Frommer's
"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
Fodor's Fodor's
"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
Oyster Oyster
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
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Le Meridien Barcelona
Le Meridien Barcelona
8 / 10
Ramblas 111, 08002 Barcelona
From $238 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A bigmoney makeover for the five-star Méridien, one of the highend Ramblas stalwarts, has sharpened up both rooms and public areas."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Elegantly renovated in recent years, this is the finest hotel in the Ciutat Vella, as the long roster of internationally famous guests testifies." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Le Méridien vies with the Rivoli Ramblas as the premier hotel in the Rambla area." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"In a prime location, between the evocative Gothic Quarters and the lively Ramblas, this is one of the best all-around hotels in the city—chic, well-staffed and centrally located, yet smartly hidden." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Location is the major draw at this La Rambla property." Full review
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