W BarcelonavsAllegro Barcelona
Both W Barcelona and Room Mate Emma are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, W Barcelona scores significantly better than Room Mate Emma. W Barcelona scores 90 with positive reviews from 14 sources including Oyster, Rough Guide and The Telegraph.
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Placa de la Rosa dels Vents, 1, 08039 Barcelona
From $290/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
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 "Open-plan designer rooms have fantastic views through floor-to-ceiling windows, and facilities are first-rate." 
 "This hotel designed by Ricardo Bofill is located in the city's port area. It comprises of two glass bui ldings: one a cube, the other a huge sail rising impressively above the Mediterranean." 
 "At 26 stories high, architect Ricardo Bofill's glass-clad, sail-shaped W Barcelona hotel is a real head-turner... The most beach-minded of all of Barcelona's hotels." 
 "Features throughout the hotel, such as the infinity-edge WET pool, a Bliss spa, and the Whatever/Whenever Service, add to the lush trappings." Full review
 "Popularly known as the Hotel Vela (the sail hotel) for its billowing form, this sumptuous five-star option enjoys unparalleled sea views." 
 "It raises eyebrows with its colorful, cutting-edge style and boisterous built-in social scene. This place makes quite a splash among well-heeled, young gallivanters." Full review
 "With a Bliss Spa, a SWEAT fitness center and a WET outdoor heated pool, this destination is rife with signature features of the W hotel chain." 
 "Only steps away from Barcelona's Barceloneta beach, the W Barcelona, has more to offer  proximity to Barcelona's beach and port." Full review
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 "The 473-room W Barcelona is a luxury property that's enviably located on Barcelona's beach, close to the port." Full review
 "This beachfront gem was designed by Ricardo Bofill." Full review
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Carrer Rossello 205, Eixample, 08008 Barcelona
From $119/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Family Friendly
- Multilingual
 "Undeniably appealing bareboneschic rooms and suites at realistic uptown prices." 
 "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
 "Operating under the motto "daring, cheerful, creative," the Emma's pivotal location allows easy walking to almost everything in Barcelona." Full review
 Mid-Range
 "A cool pick for tourists visiting Barcelona and wanting to stay in a "design" hotel." Full review
 "The Spain-based chain of Room Mate hotels is famous around Europe for their combination of good design and affordable pricing." Full review
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." Full review
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." Full review