Grand Hotel Central, Small Luxury Hotels, Barcelona

Grand Hotel Central, Small Luxury Hotels - A historic 5-star hotel with rooftop infinity pool, urban spa, and prime Gothic Quarter location

Grand Hotel Central, Small Luxury Hotels occupies a creatively refashioned 1920s building by Noucentist architect Adolf Florensa, situated at the edge of the Gothic Quarter on Via Laietana. The 147 rooms feature wood finishings, large windows with views of Via Laietana or Barcelona's Roman walls, Nespresso machines, premium minibars with complimentary soft drinks and beer, and Samsung 4K TVs. Dining options include Can Bo vins & tapes serving Spanish tapas and sharing plates with over 100 wine labels, while La Terraza del Central on the 8th floor offers Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and cocktails with panoramic city views. The rooftop features an infinity pool open from 7am to 6pm exclusively for guests, Balinese beds, and sunset views. Leisure facilities include an urban spa with sauna, hammam, and Natura Bissé treatments, plus a fitness center with Technogym equipment and city views. The hotel's location provides walking access to the Cathedral of Barcelona, Picasso Museum, Las Ramblas (0.5 miles), and Mercado de La Boqueria (0.5 miles). Business amenities include high-speed free Wi-Fi, meeting rooms ranging from 414.5 ft² to 2906.5 ft², and a business center. Family services include interconnected rooms, baby cots on request, children's amenities, and babysitting services. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Grand Hotel Central.

Pros

Rooftop infinity pool with panoramic views of Barcelona's historic center

Prime Gothic Quarter location within walking distance of major attractions including Las Ramblas and the Cathedral

Complimentary minibar with soft drinks and beer in all rooms

Urban spa with sauna, hammam, and Natura Bissé treatments

Historic 1926 building featuring original architectural details and a neoclassical secret garden

Cons

The rooftop pool closes at 6pm, limiting evening swimming

No on-site parking, with the nearest parking facility 229.7 ft away