Hotel Espana Ramblas vs Allegro Barcelona
Both hotels are praised by expert reviewers. Overall, Hotel Espana ranks significantly better than Room Mate Emma. Hotel Espana is ranked #16 in Barcelona with praise from 9 publications such as Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Star Service.
Hotel Espana Ramblas
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Carrer Sant Pau 9-11, 08001 Barcelona
From $225 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
Star
"The modernista icon has been sumptuously restored, and the gem-like interior – colourful tiles, bright mosaics, sculpted marble, iron swirls and marine motifs – has no equal in Barcelona."
Concierge
"The velvet-swathed guest rooms with wooden accents are on the smalll side... yet it's the breathtaking public spaces that really shine."
Fodor's
"For location, decor, and economy, this recently renovated Art Nouveau gem is rushing to the top of Barcelona's hotel offerings."
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Star Service
"This lovely hotel was once a stopping point for travelers centuries ago, and it continues the same theme today."
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Frommer'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."
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Allegro Barcelona
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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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