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Staying on La Rambla may ensure proximity to Barcelona’s waterfront, but at a price: the ubiquity of the tourist-trap tapas bars and fluorescent-lit souvenir shops quickly begins to detract from the charm of the old pedestrian streets. A ten-minute stroll (or five-euro cab ride) away in a quieter section of town is Granados 83, a fashionable 77-room hotel that’s pleasantly removed from the madness.
An impressive restoration effort turned an old neoclassical hospital building into a modern boutique hotel centering around a glass-enclosed courtyard. Rich and unusual textures lend character to Granados 83’s spaces: red marble and steel details frame the entryway, the spacious lobby is laid with cool black and white stone, marble-edged corridors lead into rooms with exposed brick walls and raw leather headboards.
Many of the suites are split-level lofts with African zebrawood floors, oversized bathrooms outfitted in white marble, leather sofas, and wireless internet capability. Buddhist art bedecks the walls, sliding doors conceal a flat-screen television in each room, and an innovative lighting system offers enough dimming and brightening features to flatter even the most jet-lagged of faces. Über-modern, yes, but not stuffy: the staff welcomes dogs, serves breakfast until 1pm, and understands that you need recommendations for paella spots and flamenco venues, just like everyone else.
Two restaurants, one Mediterranean and the other Asian-influenced, serve up the standard classics-with-a-gourmet-twist cuisine. In warmer weather, the latter serves by the pool, which isn’t big enough for much more than a quick dip, but is pretty to look at with a drink in hand at sunset.
- 81 Rooms
- Style: Cutting-Edge
- Atmosphere: Lively
- 51 Guest Reviews
- Granados 83
- Enrique Granados 83
- Barcelona, Spain
- Neighborhood: L Eixample
Hotel amenities and services
- 100% non-smoking hotel
- 24 hour concierge
- 24 hour front desk
- 24 hour gym
- 24 hour medical assistance
- 24 hour room service
- Babysitting (on request)
- Bar
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Business center
- Central air conditioning
- Free wi-fi
- Golf nearby
- Lounge
- Luggage storage
- Multi-lingual staff
- Outdoor Swimming Pool (seasonal)
- Pets allowed (charges apply)
- Restaurant
- Self service parking (charges apply)
- Valet parking (charges apply)
- Wake-up service
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51 Guest Reviews
All reviews are from Tablet guests with verified stays.
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- Damon
- Stayed April 2013
- Rating: Excellent
What I liked:
the location is superb and the room was clean and lovely. staff was also very friendly and helpful. would absolutely stay here again.
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
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- Samuel
- Stayed December 2012
- Rating: Good
What I liked:
Though our stay was short (one night) and very much last-minute (we checked in within 45 minutes of having confirmed our booking), I would definitely consider staying at this hotel again. Very well-situated, just a five-minute walk from the magnificent Passeig de Gràcia and the comfort that one would expect from a 4* design hotel. Recommended!
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
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- Alison
- Stayed January 2013
- Rating: Excellent
What I liked:
In the centre of all the buzz and yet away from it all since Granados is a quiet side street. The attentiveness of the staff was excellent - and the styling of the room allowed you to just chill out.
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
