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Allegro Barcelona vs Grand Hotel Central

Both properties are praised by writers. Overall, Grand Hotel Central ranks significantly higher than Room Mate Emma. Grand Hotel Central scores 88 with accolades from 15 sources like Rough Guide, Time Out and Frommer's.

Allegro Barcelona
Allegro Barcelona
7 / 10
Carrer Rossello 205, Eixample, 08008 Barcelona
From $119 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Family Friendly
  • Multilingual
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Undeniably appealing bareboneschic rooms and suites at realistic uptown prices."
Frommer's 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." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Operating under the motto "daring, cheerful, creative," the Emma's pivotal location allows easy walking to almost everything in Barcelona." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"A cool pick for tourists visiting Barcelona and wanting to stay in a "design" hotel." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The Spain-based chain of Room Mate hotels is famous around Europe for their combination of good design and affordable pricing." Full review
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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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