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Grand Hotel Central

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Historic elegance with rooftop serenity

Modern minimalist decor meets historic charm in the heart of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter. Unwind at the rooftop infinity pool and bar, savoring gourmet breakfasts and exquisite dinners.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Room options

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Master Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Master Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | View from room

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Grand Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Grand Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 70 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Bedroom Grand Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Grand Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Deluxe corner view room | City view

Deluxe corner view room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room 1 King bed

  • Sleeps 2

Family Loft

  • Sleeps 2

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Corner View

  • Sleeps 2

Two Bedrooms Grand Suite

  • Sleeps 5

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via Laietana 30, Barcelona, 08003

What's nearby

  • Barcelona Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Barcelona History Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Picasso Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • La Rambla - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Plaça de Catalunya - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Jaume I Station - 2 min walk
  • Barcelona (YJD-Barcelona-France Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Colmena - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spritz - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Roof - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Farggi - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Central

Luxury boutique hotel near Diocesan Museum of Barcelona
Located close to Capella Reial de Santa Àgata and Placa del Rei, Grand Hotel Central provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and shopping on site. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a facial, Ayurvedic treatments, or a massage. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, massage treatment rooms, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 146 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Designer toiletries, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Biosphere, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 36 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends; EUR 36 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2005
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located in the city's Low Emission Zone; only low-emission vehicles are permitted to enter. Guests with non-Spanish license plates must register their vehicle with the city in advance.
The credit card presented at check-in should be the same card used at time of booking. If the credit card holder is not on the reservation, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival to confirm identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 60 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 100.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 8.25 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 17 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 36 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 36 per day (538 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 60 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 100.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards equal to the first night's stay plus taxes prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number HB-000683

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Central Grand Hotel
Grand Central Barcelona
Grand Hotel Central Barcelona
Hotel Grand Central
Grand Hotel Central Hotel
Grand Hotel Central Barcelona
Grand Hotel Central Hotel Barcelona
Grand Hotel Central Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Hotel Central have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Grand Hotel Central pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 60 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Grand Hotel Central?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Grand Hotel Central?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Grand Hotel Central located?

Located in Downtown Barcelona, this luxury hotel is steps from Diocesan Museum of Barcelona, Capella Reial de Santa Àgata, and Placa del Rei. Frederic Mares Museum and Barcelona History Museum are just steps away. Jaume I Station is only a 2-minute walk and Urquinaona Station is 7 minutes.

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Grand Hotel Central Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 815 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1004 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was located perfectly for my stay. Hotel front desk staff and room staff were always friendly and helpful. Room was comfortable and clean. I would stay here again.
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Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuriy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel, nice and professional staff, center of the city, comfy bed and pillows terrific breakfast, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and staff were phenomenal. Great service, and the location was perfect — walking distance to so many great spots, with plenty of amenities to choose from. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great roof top bar, good breakfast, friendly staff only too happy to help and advise comfortable room and bed….excellent experience
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views and location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Great location. Great options.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anfeng

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great 5 star hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Property and staff are wonderful and rooms are as described and very comfortable Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice hotel with perfect distance to everywhere - beach, Rambla, shopping and sightseeing. Everything is very close and around the area you can walk for breakfast l, lunch or dinner as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
stayed at the hotel for one night. delicious food at the restaurant off the lobby. modern and clean rooms. great central location. amazing view of barcelona from the rooftop. infinity pool isn’t heated though. would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and accommodating. The room was spacious and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was stunning, and the team went out of their way to organize the special touches I asked for. Truly an unforgettable experience—thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy to get to local shops and attractions. Always in walking distance of good food places. Rooftop is perfect, booking system for the beds works well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has everything you would want in a hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. The rooms were clean with turn down service which was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrilynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location with an excellent restaurant. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Lovely location and great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay in Barcelona

Wonderful stay. Hotel is in the centre of Barcelona in a great location. The hotel was clean, friendly staff, super comfy bed, modern and had a great terrace with a pool and good food menu. Able to book the sunbeds on the terrace in 2 hour slots which enable all guests at the hotel to use them. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel In Barcelona

This was an amazing hotel in Barcelona situated off the main street. Staff was very friendly and a solution oriented. If I had an issue, they took care of right away. I will stay here again in the future with my partner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel in Barcelona

Nice hotel centrally located in Barcelona. Roof top pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel in central location

We enjoyed our stay here. The hotel is very central and has a lovely roof top bar and pool. We found the room and bathroom to be quite small but it had everything we needed and were only there for two nights. Would have booked a larger room if we stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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